Things to Do in Santa Barbara, CA

  • 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
  • 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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Custom full-body massage paired with Santa Barbara sparkling wine and a grapeseed foot treatment to maximize relaxation
10.0 Miles
75% 4 votes
Parks 7050 Phelps Road, Goleta, CA 93117 MoreLess Info
Girsh Park offers a Multi-Sport Field that is set up for youth baseball, adult softball, soccer, lacrosse, ultimate frisbee, dog events and rugby. The park is also used for summer camp, The Lemon Festival and Wags and Wiskers dog event.
10.1 Miles
37% 19 votes
Movie Theaters 7040 Marketplace Drive, Goleta, CA 93117 MoreLess Info
A branch of the Metropolitan Theatre chain, Camino Real Cinemas is a movie multiplex that shows first-run films. All theaters feature stadium seating and digital video and sound. The theater offers matinees and discounts.
10.3 Miles
78% 46 votes
Golf 405 Glen Annie Rd, Goleta, CA 93117 MoreLess Info
Glen Annie Golf Club is situated in Santa Barbara, California. It is golf course where they held championships and they can also organize weddings, tournaments, fundraising and even corporate events.
10.5 Miles
100% 22 votes
Kayaking 111 Verona Avenue, Goleta, CA 93117 MoreLess Info
Aquasports Day Trips offers kayaking services and island trips for its clients. The main point of attraction seems to be the exploring of the island's sea caves.
10.9 Miles
94% 82 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Ellwood Mesa, Goleta, CA MoreLess Info
Coronado Butterfly Preserve houses a range of butterfly species. Surround yourself with thousands of butterflies, and great views of the beach.
11.2 Miles
87% 214 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 7701 Hollister Avenue, Goleta, CA MoreLess Info
Kids and adults are always delighted by a visit to the Goleta Butterfly Grove. The Grove features dozens of butterfly species and thousands of individual butterflies. They do not bite or sting.
11.6 Miles
82% 220 votes
Golf 7925 Hollister Avenue, Goleta, CA 93117 MoreLess Info
Featuring a gorgeous course, pro shop, sophisticated grill restaurant and beautiful environment, the Sandpiper Golf Course frequently hosts national tournaments. Many consider this course to be the most beautiful and enjoyable golf course in the state.
11.8 Miles
71% 70 votes
Spas 8301 Hollister Ave, Goleta, CA 93117 MoreLess Info
Bacara Resort Spa is a 42,000 square feet resort luxury spa which is aimed for those wishing to relax and slow down a little. It includes every service which could make every visitor feel good about themselves and their bodies again.
19.2 Miles
82% 66 votes
Parks Hwy 1, North of Ventura, Ventura, CA MoreLess Info
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.
19.7 Miles
94% 17 votes
Beaches Pacific Coast Highway, Ventura, CA 93006 MoreLess Info
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.
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