Santa Barbara County Travel Guide

California

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Popular cities in Santa Barbara County

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Santa Barbara
Known for Beaches, Walking and Shopping
Santa Barbara is a palm-lined city on the Californian coast, famous for its historic Spanish mission, wide sandy beaches and distinctly Mediterranean charm.

Reasons to visit

  • Santa Barbara Harbor
  • Stearns Wharf
  • Santa Barbara Bowl
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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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Carpinteria
Known for Beaches, Dining and Shopping
Escape to Carpinteria! Enjoy its beaches, sunsets and dining.

Reasons to visit

  • Carpinteria State Beach
  • Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club
  • Rincon Beach Park
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Goleta
Known for Dining, Beaches and Family-friendly
Trip time! Discover the beaches, local cuisine and sports in Goleta.

Reasons to visit

  • University of California, Santa Barbara
  • El Capitan State Beach
  • Sandpiper Golf Club
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Santa Ynez
Known for Dining, Casinos and Romantic
Come to upscale Santa Ynez and enjoy its casinos, wineries and mountain views.

Reasons to visit

  • Chumash Casino
  • Roblar Winery
  • Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House
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Santa Maria
Known for Dining, Family-friendly and Shopping
Escape to romantic Santa Maria! Enjoy its live music, dining and cathedral.
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Stay near popular Santa Barbara County attractions

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Santa Barbara Harbor

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Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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