- Our list of the best things to do in Santa Barbara, California, features the top 89 nearby activities — including 33 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Santa Barbara, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Food & Drink, Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, and Tours.
- The results below include the top 51 things to do within the city of Santa Barbara, CA , followed by 42 popular activities in nearby cities, including Goleta, Ventura, Santa Ynez, Ojai and Montecito
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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.
7.4 Miles
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.
7.4 Miles
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.
7.5 Miles
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.
7.6 Miles
Foundation Press is a printing press in Goleta. Its services cater to those who want to publish locally.
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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.
7.7 Miles
A movie theater with three auditoriums, Fairview Theatre displays first-run feature films with all digital projection and sound. The theater also offers stadium seating and 3D movies as well as a snack bar with food and drinks.
7.8 Miles
The Fairview Gardens in Goleta, California is a non-profit educational institution dedicated to urban farming and agriculture appreciation. It hosts a variety of programs for kids, teens and adults. Free self-guided tours are available without a reservation, and large groups may reserve guided tours.
8.9 Miles
Home to a lake, Lake Los Carneros Park provides water access for fishing along with a walking trail around the lake's perimeter. The park offers mountain views, access to the Stow House and Railroad Museum and wildlife viewing opportunities.
9.0 Miles
300 North Los Carneros Road, Goleta, CA 93117
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At the South Coast Railroad Museum, tourists can learn about the history and technology of the railroad industry. The location contains the Goleta Depot, which was a county railroad stationhouse built in 1901.