Santa Barbara County Travel Guide

California

Flower fields along W. Ocean Ave. towards Surf Beach.
Flower fields along W. Ocean Ave. towards Surf Beach.
Founded on December 4, 1786, the mission is the namesake of the city of Santa Barbara as well as of Santa Barbara County. The grounds occupy a rise between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains granting beautiful views in all directions. Mission Santa Barbara is the only mission to remain under the leadership of the Franciscan Friars since its founding, Relax on the lawn, take a tour of the inside and even explore the rose gardens on a warm summer day, #SantaBarbara #California #lifeatexpedia #weloveourmarkets #AMER #StunningStructures
Kayaking sea caves was scary, challenging and dangerous. In the end it was worth it.
A charming, but touristy, Danish town we stopped at on our drive down the Pacific Coast Hwy. It's a great place to stop for lunch, or dessert. We only spent about 1.5 hours wandering the streets before we continued our drive. For more info, please visit http://thetradingtravelers.com/california-dreamin-driving-the-pacific-coast-highway/

Popular cities in Santa Barbara County

United States of America which includes farmland
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 Bowl
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
  • Santa Barbara Zoo
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Picturesque town of Solvang, California
Solvang
Known for Dining, Shopping and Wineries
Get away to Solvang! Enjoy the wineries, local cuisine and sports.

Reasons to visit

  • Old Mission Santa Ines
  • OstrichLand USA
  • Hans Christian Andersen Park
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Carpinteria
Known for Beaches, Dining and Shopping
Escape to Carpinteria! Enjoy its beaches, sunsets and camping.

Reasons to visit

  • Carpinteria State Beach
  • Rincon Beach Park
  • Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club
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C95MX5 Preserved railroad station in Goleta, California
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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Patchwork Of Vineyards Is Seen In Early Summer, Trees, Farm Buildings And Rolling Hillsides In The Background, Santa Ynez Valley; Los Olivos, California, United States Of America
Santa Ynez
Known for Dining, Casinos and Romantic
Come to upscale Santa Ynez and enjoy its casinos, wineries and dining.

Reasons to visit

  • Chumash Casino
  • Roblar Winery
  • Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House
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Aerial view of a historic church and surrounding neighborhood of Santa Maria, California, USA.
Santa Maria
Known for Dining, Family-friendly and Shopping
Escape to romantic Santa Maria! Enjoy its live music, dining and churches.
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