Stearns Wharf is located in 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 . Fishing, shopping, dining and much more to do on the Wharf all the while being surrounded by the Pacific Ocean .

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Designed in the Spanish-Colonial style and completed in 1929, the fully operational Courthouse is an iconic Santa Barbara landmark with its distinctive four-faced clock tower, red tile roofs, elegant arches and verdant sunken garden and grounds. Visitors can get a visual history lesson from the elaborate hand-painted murals, marvel at ornate wrought-iron chandeliers and climb to the top of the clock tower for an incredible panoramic view of Santa Barbara and beyond.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

There’s something for everyone at the Santa Barbara City Waterfront, the breathtaking span of palm-lined beaches along the Boulevard leading to, the Lagoon and Montecito and North to Santa Barbara’s Mesa while bordering the world-famous Stearns Wharf and California’s oldest – and most beautiful – working harbor. The Waterfront is blessed with three picturesque, golden sand beaches. Chase Palm park is located here with an Arts and Craft fair held here every week .

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Lobero Theatre is an historic building in Santa Barbara, California. The theater was originally built as an opera house, in a refurbished adobe school building, by Italian immigrant José Lobero in 1873.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

There’s no better way to experience the history and grandeur of Old Mission Santa Barbara than with a self-guided tour. Situated on 15 acres overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the Mission grounds include the beautiful Mission Church, Historic Cemetery and Mausoleum, a nine-room museum of historical artwork and artifacts, and multiple lush gardens.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

The breathtaking and must-see sights of Santa Barbara are beautifully captured in a designated driving tour that covers for miles with short stops in the ” Mesa ” traveling by Arroyo beach, the Boat House and up through, Hope Ranch .

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

With unbeatable views, delicious dining and dozens of exciting activities, the Santa Barbara Harbor is the perfect place to spend the day by the water. Located along the bustling Santa Barbara Waterfront, this historic working harbor is an excellent launch pad for a variety of adventures including sailing, sea kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding (SUP), scuba diving, deep sea fishing, whale watching, fisherman’s market and much more. Several of the harbor’s businesses offer boat charters, cruises, equipment rentals and lessons, so it’s easy to find everything you need to explore the coast.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Santa Barbara Botanic Garden is a 78-acre botanical garden, containing over 1,000 species of rare and indigenous plants along with hiking trails . It is located in Mission Canyon, Santa Barbara, California,

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

A mecca for multi million dollar homes, movie stars, celebrities . The secluded hillside estates of Montecito, lies adjacent to Santa Barbara, between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez mountains and is a paradise for Hollywood stars and the super wealthy who want to live in splendid isolation. Homes here can easily reach in the tens of millions of dollars . Many homes are behind tall gates and shrubs over 15 feet high .
Chic, yet somewhat under the radar, the area has a mellow vibe, with sun-drenched tranquil beaches, a Mediterranean climate and a beautiful natural setting that draws comparisons with the South of France and Tuscany.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bars, Wineries, Arts and crafts, Restaurants, Go – Cart, Bike and more rentals .

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The oldest structure in, Santa Barbara . Originally built in 1783 and still standing . See history as it unfolds before your eyes .

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

As the name suggests, Butterfly beach is the abode of numerous beautiful butterflies. During low tides, when the seashore widens, the beach is littered with crabs and goldfishes. Sea urchins, sea cucumbers, and even redfish are common sights here.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free