- The list below includes 58 free or cheap things to do in or near Santa Barbara, California, including 55 different types of inexpensive activities like Bars, Natural History Museums, Botanical Gardens and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
- From Cabrillo Bike Path to Arroyo Burro County Beach Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Santa Barbara and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Goleta, Ventura, Montecito and Ojai.
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A veteran glass artist leads classes, offering step-by-step instruction that results in a unique piece of self-made artwork
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Spanning a total of 6 miles, Goleta Point is a peninsula that offers visitors the opportunity to experience picturesque views of the coastline. Visitors commonly enjoy hiking the surrounding area and viewing the many ecosystems native to the peninsula.
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Near the beginning of the Lost Valley Trail, there is a small creek that is usually filled with water. The trail progressively grows steeper as it climbs up the mountain. Many beautiful rock formations can be seen from the trail.
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5711 Calle Real (Petrini's Comedy Hideaway Showroom), Goleta, CA 93117
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Rookie and veteran comedians perform at Comedy Hideaway. They have shows every Friday night.
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Protecting a wide variety of estuarine and coastal habitats, the Coal Oil Point Natural Reserve is located adjacent to Santa Barbara. It provides research and teaching resource.
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Featuring full digital movie showings, the West Wind Goleta Drive In is a drive-in movie theater that offers guests the opportunity to watch some of the latest released films. Amenities include weekly and family specials and snack concessions.
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907 S Kellogg Avenue, Goleta, CA 93117
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West Wind Santa Barbara Drive-In is a classic drive-in movie theater with a snack bar that only uses digital projection. Every night they run either a double feature or a single feature with two showtimes.
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Actually a mazelike network of hiking trails, Lizards Mouth Trail is a scenic place to hike, rock climb, rock hop, and take in scenic views of a distinctive landscape. The trails are also good places to walk dogs.
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At 6 miles round trip, Gaviota Peak Trail offers visitors a challenging hike through a scenic meadow hillside. At the summit, visitors receive panoramic views of the surrounding valley and distant views of the Pacific Ocean.
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The 29-acre Goleta Beach Park is a recreational park that features beach access, benches, picnic tables, bike trails, boating, fishing, and a playground. The park has 4 areas that are available for reservation.
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At Zodo's – Bowling and Beyond, visitors can take advantage of glow bowling and lunch 'n bowl specials. The location also offers access to an arcade, a pro shop, and a tap house and grill.