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Santa
Barbara Certified Farmers Market
Saturdays 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Cota Street and Santa Barbara Street, Tuesdays
3 p.m.-6:30 p.m. (winter) or 4 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
(summer), 500-700 blocks of State Street
www.sbfarmersmarket.org
A myriad of fresh produce, home-made breads
and lively local entertainment are available
weekly at the Farmers Market.
Circle Bar B Guest Ranch
1800 Refugio Rd.
Goleta, CA 93117
805-968-1113
www.circlebarb.com
Countless hands-on activities like horseback
riding, exploring or hiking, as well as indoor
entertainment including pool, table tennis
or even just lounging by the fire.
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El
Presidio de Santa Barbara |
El
Presidio de Santa Barbara
State Historic Park
123 East Canon Perdido
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-965-0093
www.sbthp.org
The Presidio was founded on April 21, 1782
as the last of four military fortresses built
by the Spanish along the coast of Alta California.
Its function was to protect the mission against
Indian attacks and was the seat of government.
Lotusland
Address provided upon making a reservation.
Reservations 805-969-9990
www.lotusland.org
This private estate once belonged to Madame
Ganna Walska and today holds a botanic garden
that covers 37 acres in the Montecito foothills.
Santa
Barbara Botanic Garden
1212 Mission Canyon Rd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
805-682-4726
www.sbbg.org
Visit beautiful exhibits of native California
plants, and learn about the history and conservation
of local flora.
Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club
(season mid-March-mid-Oct.)
3375 Foothill Rd.
Carpinteria, CA
805-684-8668
www.sbpolo.com
Take part in the "sport of kings,"
whether by watching a match, playing or taking
lessons.
Santa
Barbara Sailing Center
133 Harbor Way
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
805-962-2826
www.sbsail.com
At
the Sailing Center, visitors can sign up for
charters, rentals, private and public cruises
and kayaking. Check for seasonal whale watching,
too.
Santa
Barbara Zoo
500 Niños Drive
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
805-962-5339
www.sbzoo.org
The Santa Barbara Zoo houses over 500 animals on 30 acres of lush botanic gardens overlooking East Beach and the Pacific Ocean.
Stearns Wharf
Cabrillo Boulevard at State Street
www.sternswharf.org
One of the most popular areas in Santa Barbara,
Stearns Wharf is home to shops, restaurants
and the Ty Warner Sea Center.
Great hiking and biking trails can
be found in Santa Barbara and close-by
Montecito. For information on the
best trails, visit www.santabarbarahikes.com |
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The
Ty Warner Sea Center
211 Stearns Wharf
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-962-2526
www.sbnature.org
Part of the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural
History and located at Stearns Wharf, the
Ty Warner Sea Center is a great educational
venue about marine life and the Channel Islands.
Shiatsu
Rincon
7104 Gobernador Canyon Rd.
Carpinteria, CA 93193
By appointment only
805-566-9135
www.shiatsurincon.com
Rejuvenate with Shiatsu massage at this lovely
Japanese bathhouse and massage center.
Casa de la Guerra
9 E. de la Guerra St.
Santa Barbara, CA
805-966-6961
www.sbthp.org
Built in the early 19th century by the fifth
Presidio comandante, José de la Guerra,
the house has been at the center of Santa
Barbara's civic and social life since then.
Casa del Herrero
1387 East Valley Rd.
Montecito, CA 93108
805-565-5653
www.casadelherrero.com
Take a peek into the lifestyle of the rich
and famous of yesteryear by strolling the
charming gardens of this Spanish Colonial
Revival architectural gem.
Mission Santa Barbara
2201 Laguna St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
805-682-4713
www.sbmission.org
Built in 1786, the mission is still the destination
for many local and visiting church-goers.
Santa
Barbara Contemporary Arts Forum
653 Paseo Nuevo
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-966-5373
www.sbcaf.org
Experience refreshing contemporary art in
picturesque Santa Barbara.
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
113 Harbor Way
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-962-8404
www.sbmm.org
Formerly a U.S. Navy training facility from
1942 until 1995, the building is now the Santa
Barbara Maritime Museum where visitors can
learn about marine life.
Santa Barbara Museum of Art
1130 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-963-4364
www.sbmuseart.org
Combine the relaxing atmosphere of Santa Barbara
with a cultural experience at the SBMA.
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
2559 Puesta del Sol
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
805-682-4711
www.sbnature.org
The numerous exhibits encompass the fields
of anthropology, invertebrate and vertebrate
zoology, library archives and art from the
Natural History Art Gallery. Don't forget
about the Marine Center where you can touch
live specimens.
Center
Stage Theatre
751 Paseo Nuevo
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-963-0408
www.centerstagetheater.org
This intimate black box theater hosts weekly
performances by a variety of artists and companies.
Lobero
Theatre
33 E. Canon Perdido
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-963-076
www.lobero.com
Get cultural at Lobero with performances of
modern dance, ballet, jazz, lectures, classical
music, opera and contemporary music performances.
The Music Academy of the West
1070 Fairway Rd.
Montecito, CA 93108
805-969-4726
www.musicacademy.org
The music school hosts marvelous classical
picnic concerts during the summer, and throughout
the year, their antique shop, The Treasure
House, is a nice excuse to see the beautiful
grounds of this former estate.
For
more information, contact the Santa Barbara
Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film
Commission, 800-676-1266, 805-966-9222, www.santabarbaraCA.com. |
