- The list below includes 73 free or cheap things to do in or near Goleta, California, including 52 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Hiking Trails, Nature & Wildlife Areas and Parks.
- From Goleta County Beach to Refugio State Park & Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Goleta and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Santa Barbara, Solvang, Santa Ynez and Los Olivos.
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Olive oil and vinegar take center stage at Global Gardens in Los Olivos, California. The company is committed to ecologically responsible sourcing and cultivates most of its own ingredients. Tours are available for groups of up to 125 people and should be scheduled in advance.
22.8 Miles
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2905 Grand Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441
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9 wines are offered for tasting by Los Olivos Tasting Room & Wine Shop: 4 Pinot Noirs, 2 white wines, 2 red wines and a desert wine.
22.8 Miles
Vibrant purple lavender flowers are everywhere at Clairmont Farms, one of California's most important sources of lavender. The institution welcomes visitors, hosts tours and sells its own extensive line of lavender-infused body care products.
26.0 Miles
Michael Jackson's famed Neverland Ranch is only open to those who are invited, so visitors will likely only see the gates covered in flowers, notes and memorials from fans. The house is not visible from the gates.
26.6 Miles
From its location at the mouth of the Ventura River, Emma Wood State Beach is popular with anglers who often catch perch, bass, cabezon and corbina, as well as people who often spot dolphins just off the rocky shore. This beach offers several camping areas.
27.0 Miles
Mondos Beach is known for its waves, which makes it a popular location for surfers. The beach is also frequented by visitors for its longboarding and stand up paddleboarding, and many people bring their dogs.
27.9 Miles
Ventura's Lake Casitas Recreation Area is a huge park with over 400 individual campsites. It is a popular fishing destination. Visitors also hiking, birdwatching and fishing. Campsites must be reserved.
30.1 Miles
Cyclists get quite the workout on the Ventura to Ojai Paved Bike Path, which stretches between Ventura and Ojai. The smooth, paved surface is perfect for both racing and mountain bikes. Rollerbladers are also welcome.
30.8 Miles
Private guided trail rides through the Los Padres National Forest and Ventura River Valley are provided through the Ojai Valley Trail Riding Company. Both beginners and more experienced riders are accommodated.
31.0 Miles
Head home on the range with Western Trail Rides, an equestrian tour company in Ojai, California. Western Trail Rides offers customized tours for riders of all abilities, interests and levels of experience. The firm also offers riding lessons.