Visit Campus Things to do in Santa Barbara
- View classic and modern art at the . Tues-Sun 11a.m.-8pm, Free 1st Thursdays 11a.m.-8pm. (805) 963-4364 (Closed Mondays and holidays).
- : This pristine beach is a favorite to visit and from which to take an iconic Santa Barbara sunset picture. A local favorite, this is a popular spot located across the street from the Four Seasons Biltmore Resort.
- Cabrillo Boulevard: A three-mile pedestrian- and bike-friendly path that winds from to the near Montecito. Enjoy handmade arts and crafts of 250+ artists at the on Sundays.
- Red Tile Walking Tour: on the red tile side on this self-guided tour with a downloadable podcast and video hosted by John O'Hurley. Take in the area's most notable architectural gems on this 12-block jaunt ().
- : California's oldest working wharf is complete with souvenir shopping, dining options, wine tasting and the occasional wildlife spotting.
- : Don鈥檛 miss the panoramic view from the 85-foot tower of the Santa Barbara County Courthouse! Open daily (805) 962-6464.
- Visit the with free admission. (805) 966-1601.
- Visit the Tours available. Lawn popular for picnics!
- Admire roses at the across the street from the Santa Barbara Mission.
- See the . Planted in 1877, it is the oldest of its kind in the nation, with 21,000 square foot area of shade. Chapala Street at Montecito Street.
- See turtles sunning themselves on rocks, koi swimming in ponds, and beautiful flowers at the , 1500 block of Santa Barbara Street.
- Walk along , an elegant shopping area in Montecito and maybe spot a celebrity.
- Hike to the top and experience one of the most beautiful views in Santa Barbara, located off East Mountain Drive.
- Get cozy at (clearly marked trail above the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden on Tunnel Road); spectacular at night.
Sample fruits, vegetables, and pick-up fresh cut flowers at on State and Cota Streets or Coast Village Road. (See schedule on link provided).
鈥淕etting Around鈥
- The climate and geography of Santa Barbara make it easy to get around without a car. There is much to do within walking and bicycling distance of the train station, downtown, the Mission, the Waterfront and .
- are popular in SB, with many available to rent using an app
- down State Street and the water front (Cabrillo).