Santa Barbara County Travel Guide

California

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A historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.

Popular cities in Santa Barbara County

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Santa Barbara
Known for Beaches, Walking and Shopping
The American Riviera offers historic adobe architecture, plenty of art galleries, wineries and beautiful beaches.

Reasons to visit

  • Santa Barbara Harbor
  • Santa Barbara Zoo
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse
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Highway 101 Carpinteria. Coast Road close to Santa Barbara. Aerial Panorama
Carpinteria
Known for Beaches, Dining and Shopping
Escape to Carpinteria! Enjoy its beaches, sunsets and surfing.

Reasons to visit

  • Carpinteria State Beach
  • Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club
  • Rincon Beach Park
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SOLVANG, SANTA YNEZ VALLEY, SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, CA -2021 The shops of this historic Danish tourist community can seen in this 22021 Santa Ynez Valley, Santa Barbara County, California,
Solvang
Known for Dining, Shopping and Wineries
Get away to Solvang! Enjoy the wineries, local cuisine and museums.

Reasons to visit

  • Old Mission Santa Ines
  • OstrichLand USA
  • Hans Christian Andersen Park
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Panoramic View of More Mesa Shores, Santa Barbara County
Goleta
Known for Dining, Beaches and Family-friendly
Trip time! Discover the beaches, local cuisine and seaside in Goleta.

Reasons to visit

  • University of California, Santa Barbara
  • Isla Vista Beach
  • El Capitan State Beach
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Lompoc
Known for Family-friendly, Shopping and Wineries
Escape to quaint Lompoc! Enjoy its wineries, cafes and entertainment.

Reasons to visit

  • Vandenberg Air Force Base
  • Jalama Beach County Park
  • La Purisima Mission State Historic Park
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A coastal town with a pier extending into turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and a backdrop of buildings.
Santa Maria
Known for Dining, Family-friendly and Shopping
Escape to romantic Santa Maria! Enjoy its live music, dining and history.
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Stay near popular Santa Barbara County attractions

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Chumash Casino

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Why not roll the dice with a visit to Chumash Casino during your visit to Santa Ynez? Visit the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.
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