What to do in Santa Barbara County, CA

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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/
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Dune Buggy, UTV or quad bike Experience at Pismo Beach

Dune Buggy, UTV or quad bike Experience at Pismo Beach

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 5 reviews
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Price is £105 per adult
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3-Winery Santa Ynez Tour with Picnic Lunch & Tasting Fees

3-Winery Santa Ynez Tour with Picnic Lunch & Tasting Fees

Activity duration is 5 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 16 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £112 per adult
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Private Harbour Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

Private Harbour Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

Activity duration is 1 hour
9.8 out of 10 with 28 reviews
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Price is £142 per traveller*
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Dune Buggy, UTV or quad bike Experience at Pismo Beach

Dune Buggy, UTV or quad bike Experience at Pismo Beach

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £105 per adult
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Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbour (2 Hours)

Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbour (2 Hours)

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 22 reviews
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Price is £67 per adult
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Aerial view of a historic church and surrounding neighborhood of Santa Maria, California, USA.

Santa Maria

Channel Islands National Park

Ventura

Highway 101 Carpinteria. Coast Road close to Santa Barbara. Aerial Panorama

Carpinteria

Panoramic View of More Mesa Shores, Santa Barbara County

Goleta

La Purisima Conception mission CA

Lompoc

Citrus Trees, Ojai Valley, California

Ojai

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

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