Five Things To Do In Santa Barbara
Sterns Wharf
Stearns Wharf is located adjacent to the harbor in Santa Barbara, California, United States. When completed In 1872, it became the longest deep-water Wharf between San Pedro and San Francisco. Named for its builder, local lumberman John P. Stearns, the wharf served the passenger and freight shipping needs of California’s South Coast for over a quarter century. Find more details, visit Stearns Wharf History.
It is presently the number 1 tourist destination in Santa Barbara. Take a ride on the Water Taxi. Spend some time with marine life at the Sea Center. See what your future holds at Madame Rosinkas. Visit the Stearns Wharf Bait & Tackle and cast your line to fish at the edge of the wharf. stearnswharf.org/about-us/
Land and Sea Tours
Climb aboard Santa Barbara’s original amphibious tour vehicle, the LAND SHARK, for a personally narrated 90-minute land and sea tour adventure. Experience the best of Santa Barbara, in comfort aboard the most modern state-of-the-art amphibious vehicle in the world. Enjoy exquisite views of the Santa Barbara coastline, the American Riviera, and the Santa Ynez mountains as seen only from our boat at sea. Don’t miss this exciting and entertaining Land and Sea adventure to experience Santa Barbara as never before! Fun for all ages, a ride aboard the Land Shark is truly a Santa Barbara and California “must-do” attraction. www.out2seesb.com/
Old Mission in Santa Barbara
Join Franciscan Friar, Father Garret Edmunds, for this fascinating 90-minute tour that tells the story of the Franciscan Friars – how they came to be in Santa Barbara and why they’re still here. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes view of Mission life and explore areas of the Mission that have never been open to the public. Highlights include the beautiful Mission Church, Sacred Garden, Cemetery/Mausoleum, Tailor Shop (when available), and Santa Barbara Mission Archive-Library. https://www.santabarbaramission.org/ **All proceeds benefit the Mission and the Santa Barbara Mission Archive-Library** Time: 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $40 per person (No children under 12) Space is limited to 20 participants, so call to reserve your spot today! (805)682-4713, ext. 166
Cachuma Lake Recreation Area
Set amidst acres of wilderness flanked by the picturesque Santa Ynez and San Rafael Mountains, lies glimmering Cachuma Lake. Here you will find practically everything you need for a relaxing getaway in the great outdoors. Mild temperatures, typically sunny skies, and celebrated fishing conditions make camping here during winter months exceptionally rewarding.
The County entered into a long-term lease with the Federal Bureau of Reclamation in 1953 to manage the 9,000 acre Cachuma Lake Recreation Area. Cachuma Lake was formed by the construction of Bradbury Dam in that same year. Located off scenic Highway 154 in the Santa Ynez Valley, Cachuma Lake is midway between the beaches and bustle of Santa Barbara and the Danish Community of Solvang. At any age... in any season... you'll find that the Cachuma Lake Recreation Area offers a fun and relaxing getaway. https://countyofsb.org/parks/cachuma.sbc
Circle Bar B Guest Ranch & Stables - Since 1939
Whether it is adventure or quiet serenity that you seek, the Circle Bar B Guest Ranch is your perfect off the grid vacation destination.
Come experience the splendor and majesty of California’s Central Coast at our one-of-a-kind dude ranch. Conveniently located just 2 hours from Los Angeles and 25 minutes from both downtown Santa Barbara and the Solvang/Santa Ynez wine country, you will feel whisked away in our rustic yet luxurious setting. Offering scenic horseback riding, spa services, home style dining and much more, you’ll see why Circle Bar B is the premier dude ranch in California. www.circlebarb.com/