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Overview
Perfect weather, beautiful buildings, excellent bars and restaurants, and activities for all tastes and budgets make Santa Barbara a great place to live (as the locals will proudly tell you) and a must-see place for visitors to Southern California. Check out the Spanish Mission church first, then just see where the day takes you.
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Best Things to Do
From cultural musts to culinary delights, these are the quintessential Santa Barbara experiences to pin to the top of your itinerary.
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Best Time to Visit
This month-by-month guide to events in Santa Barbara can help you time your visit perfectly.
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Transportation
By foot, e-bike or wine shuttle, your Santa Barbara exploration begins with the right modes of transport. Here's how to get around Santa Barbara County.
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Free Things to Do
Santa Barbara is not just for the A-listers – there are lots of sights and activities for all budgets. Here are the city's best free things to do.
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Day Trips
It's hard to leave lovely Santa Barbara behind, but we've got six incredible day trips just beyond the city limits.
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