Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Santa Maria September 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Santa Maria Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria.dx3224)[Hotels in Santa Maria](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria-Hotels.d3224.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Santa Maria](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Santa-Maria.d3224.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Santa Maria Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Santa-Maria.d3224.Car-Hire-Guide)[Santa Maria Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria.d3224.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Santa Maria, CA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Santa Maria Types of activities [Santa Maria travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria.dx3224) ![Santa Maria](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/51000/51689-Santa-Barbara-Wine-Country.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central California showing landscape views, mountains and farmland](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/51000/51690-Santa-Barbara-Wine-Country.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Santa Maria](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/427000/427165-Santa-Barbara-Wine-Country.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Santa Maria](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/427000/427164-Santa-Barbara-Wine-Country.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Santa Maria](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/427000/427163-Santa-Barbara-Wine-Country.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Santa Maria Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Santa Maria has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Santa Maria, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Santa Maria with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Santa Maria Santa Maria is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Santa Maria, and make it a breeze to explore Santa Maria and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Santa Maria to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Santa Maria, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Santa Maria. #### Santa Maria attractions Santa Maria has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Santa Maria to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Santa Maria. Looking for things to do in Santa Maria can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Santa Maria or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Santa Maria attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! * * * Explore thousands of activities with **free cancellation and no added fees**. Design your experience with airport transfers, excursions, day tours & more. Get an insider's look in what to book before you travel. * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in Santa Maria ### Tours & day trips [See all 28 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48264763/5614fcf2-1edb-4ad3-ae9b-70ad6c92ba18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride 2h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £108 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-barbara-zipline-tour-with-4x4-humvee-ride.a48264763.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![3-Winery Tour Includes Tastings & Lunch from Santa Ynez/Solvang](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1387153/ff3d3774-d365-446d-b216-eed4c8661a35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3-Winery Tour Includes Tastings & Lunch from Santa Ynez/Solvang 5h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £111 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wine-tasting-tour-from-santa-ynez-valley.a1387153.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47299194/047cd257-ee0b-42a4-94b9-4717e898f5ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour 3h Free cancellation available £26 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-pismo-beach-audio-driving-tour.a47299194.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Solvang Ghost Hunting with a Professional Investigator](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/892633/e5583889-d053-4fe4-9a68-0b3dd2cf6d4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Solvang Ghost Hunting with a Professional Investigator 1h 45m 10/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available £41 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-haunt-solvang-ghost-hunting-tour.a892633.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara Wine Country Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1388486/bfe74329-f46b-49fa-b5f9-d47cb4f7d4a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara Wine Country Tour 6h Free cancellation available £167 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-barbara-wine-country-tour.a1388486.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Solvang: Ghost Hunting Tour with a Paranormal Investigator](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48126983/29319d00-b546-4d10-93fb-95e1c38b1d38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Solvang: Ghost Hunting Tour with a Paranormal Investigator 1h 30m Free cancellation available £41 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/solvang-the-haunt-solvang-ghost-hunting-tour.a48126983.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Wine Tasting Audio Tour - Paso Robles CA](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47227023/7b416c8c-4df5-4097-a2ad-f75f532e3c09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wine Tasting Audio Tour - Paso Robles CA 10h Free cancellation available £30 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/self-guided-wine-tasting-audio-tour-in-paso-robles-ca.a47227023.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Santa Ynez Valley Biking and Wine Tasting Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1386982/dde0b229-5f25-4dfa-ab0a-12a9cdc2a0c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Ynez Valley Biking and Wine Tasting Tour 5h 30m Free cancellation available £130 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-ynez-valley-biking-and-wine-tasting-tour.a1386982.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Solvang Santa Ynez Valley Small Group All-Inclusive Wine Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1388388/ad316eae-a068-45a8-af6c-872ad7802446.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Solvang Santa Ynez Valley Small Group All-Inclusive Wine Tour 5h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £134 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/solvang-santa-ynez-valley-small-group-all-inclusive-wine-tour.a1388388.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Solvang Wine and True Crime Tour with Drinks Included](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49184149/57643b08-d3ba-4efa-a1b3-fcea12d7c436.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Solvang Wine and True Crime Tour with Drinks Included 2h 10/10 1 review £89 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/solvang-wine-and-true-crime-tour.a49184149.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 10 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47299194/047cd257-ee0b-42a4-94b9-4717e898f5ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour 3h Free cancellation available £26 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-pismo-beach-audio-driving-tour.a47299194.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Private Sidecar Winery Tour through Santa Ynez](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49451429/d8945a00-7716-48b9-af16-5eacc2e8b380.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Sidecar Winery Tour through Santa Ynez 2h 30m Free cancellation available £160 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-sidecar-winery-tour-through-santa-ynez.a49451429.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Private All-Inclusive Wine Tasting Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3449569/236911c5-9aa4-451a-9d17-e9f07dc7d607.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private All-Inclusive Wine Tasting Tour 6h Free cancellation available £215 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-all-inclusive-wine-tasting-tour-from-santa-barbara.a3449569.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2305155/02a48440-9133-4528-8bde-a937e6225771.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara Private Tour 9h Free cancellation available £630 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-barbara-private-tour.a2305155.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Unique Santa Barbara Wine Country Private Wine Tours and Tastings](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46116259/765662c3-141e-4743-8197-d8d01516f951.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Unique Santa Barbara Wine Country Private Wine Tours and Tastings 5h £431 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/unique-santa-barbara-wine-country-private-wine-tours-and-tastings.a46116259.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![The Sideways Luxury Wine Private Tour to Solvang](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45986416/fb3248b0-737a-4d2f-aad7-9960620c4571.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Sideways Luxury Wine Private Tour to Solvang 13h Free cancellation available £571 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-sideways-luxury-wine-private-tour-to-solvang.a45986416.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Private Wine Tasting Tour from Santa Barbara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45286322/8ad3f1e0-1586-4b78-b2ee-bf3cd8d2e35d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Wine Tasting Tour from Santa Barbara 2d Free cancellation available £627 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-santa-barbara-small-production-wine-tour.a45286322.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara Wine Tasting Day Tour from Los Angeles](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2765875/83251d7c-4732-4830-b71f-523c643f7b8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara Wine Tasting Day Tour from Los Angeles 8h 30m 2/10 1 review Free cancellation available £311 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-barbara-wine-tasting-day-tour-from-los-angeles.a2765875.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Private Wine Tour in Santa Barbara Wine Country](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49819970/f15aa55d-6c75-4938-aa2c-bfee76e93eb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Wine Tour in Santa Barbara Wine Country 6h £876 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-wine-tour-in-santa-barbara-wine-country.a49819970.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Private Day Tour to Santa Barbara from Los Angeles](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49499030/52172880-ecd3-4daf-b46d-cc37aa749577.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Day Tour to Santa Barbara from Los Angeles 9h Free cancellation available £731 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-day-tour-to-santa-barbara-from-los-angeles.a49499030.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ### History & culture [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&filter.categories=HistoryCulture) ![Solvang Ghost Hunting with a Professional Investigator](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/892633/e5583889-d053-4fe4-9a68-0b3dd2cf6d4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Solvang Ghost Hunting with a Professional Investigator 1h 45m 10/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available £41 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-haunt-solvang-ghost-hunting-tour.a892633.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara's Original Afternoon Winery Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/703349/529a2cf5-7306-43d6-9656-ed19e3598645.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara's Original Afternoon Winery Tour 6h Free cancellation available £166 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-barbaras-original-afternoon-winery-tour.a703349.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Private All-Inclusive 3-Winery Tour Santa Ynez/Solvang/Buellton](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3459154/48e0c54e-d2b4-436c-81dd-974c743b27a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private All-Inclusive 3-Winery Tour Santa Ynez/Solvang/Buellton 5h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £482 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/small-group-winery-tour-of-santa-ynez-valley.a3459154.activity-details?&rid=3224&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Santa Maria | Number of things to do | 30 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Solvang In-App Audio Tour: a Little Slice of Denmark Hidden in California](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/solvang-in-app-audio-tour-a-little-slice-of-denmark-hidden-in-california.a44928436.activity-details): £8 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-barbara-zipline-tour-with-4x4-humvee-ride.a48264763.activity-details) - [Solvang In-App Audio Tour: a Little Slice of Denmark Hidden in California](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/solvang-in-app-audio-tour-a-little-slice-of-denmark-hidden-in-california.a44928436.activity-details) - [3-Winery Tour Includes Tastings & Lunch from Santa Ynez/Solvang](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wine-tasting-tour-from-santa-ynez-valley.a1387153.activity-details) - [Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-pismo-beach-audio-driving-tour.a47299194.activity-details) - [Solvang Ghost Hunting with a Professional Investigator](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-haunt-solvang-ghost-hunting-tour.a892633.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-barbara-zipline-tour-with-4x4-humvee-ride.a48264763.activity-details) - [Solvang In-App Audio Tour: a Little Slice of Denmark Hidden in California](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/solvang-in-app-audio-tour-a-little-slice-of-denmark-hidden-in-california.a44928436.activity-details) - [Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-pismo-beach-audio-driving-tour.a47299194.activity-details) - [Solvang Ghost Hunting with a Professional Investigator](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-haunt-solvang-ghost-hunting-tour.a892633.activity-details) - [Solvang: Ghost Hunting Tour with a Paranormal Investigator](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/solvang-the-haunt-solvang-ghost-hunting-tour.a48126983.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Wine Country Farm to Table Bike Tour w/Lunch](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wine-country-farm-to-table-bike-tour-lunch-included.a1389534.activity-details) - [Wine Country Half-Day Bike Tour from Solvang - w/o Lunch](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wine-country-half-day-bike-tour-from-solvang-w-o-lunch.a1389409.activity-details) - [The Sideways Luxury Wine Private Tour to Solvang](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-sideways-luxury-wine-private-tour-to-solvang.a45986416.activity-details) - [Santa Barbara Wine Tasting Day Tour from Los Angeles](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-barbara-wine-tasting-day-tour-from-los-angeles.a2765875.activity-details) | ## What to do in Santa Maria * * * ### Popular places to visit #### Santa Maria Fairpark Take the family on an outing to Santa Maria Fairpark during your trip to Santa Maria. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria-Fairpark-Santa-Maria.d553248621558560619.Attraction) #### Zaca Mesa Winery You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Zaca Mesa Winery during your travels to Santa Maria. Visit the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Zaca-Mesa-Winery-Santa-Maria.d553248621533118348.Attraction) #### Marian Regional Medical Center If Marian Regional Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Santa Maria. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Marian-Regional-Medical-Center-Santa-Maria.d553248621560560290.Attraction) #### Demetria Estate Winery You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Demetria Estate Winery during your travels to Santa Maria. Visit the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Demetria-Estate-Winery-Santa-Maria.d553248621533118345.Attraction) #### Santa Maria Country Club Enjoy a round of golf in Orcutt at Santa Maria Country Club. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria-Country-Club-Santa-Maria.d6200049.Attraction) #### Boomers! Santa Maria You can enjoy the entertainment at Boomers! Santa Maria during your travels to Santa Maria. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Boomers-Santa-Maria-Santa-Maria.d553248621532639599.Attraction) #### Presqu'ile Winery You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Presqu'ile Winery during your travels to Santa Maria. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Presquile-Winery-Santa-Maria.d553248635970508975.Attraction) #### Santa Maria Valley Historical Society You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Santa Maria Valley Historical Society in Santa Maria. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria-Valley-Historical-Society-Santa-Maria.d553248621561135488.Attraction) #### Rancho Bowl You can enjoy the entertainment at Rancho Bowl during your travels to Santa Maria. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rancho-Bowl-Santa-Maria.d553248621532639590.Attraction) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Day trip destinations from Santa Maria ![Photo by Aimee Bollinger](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ac93349fc65d8bcd316e571dc59edb79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Arroyo Grande [](https://expedia.co.uk/Arroyo-Grande.dx6261) ![Photo by Lisa Petrarca](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9e39cfe5527d64ebfc985e37e4be325f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lompoc [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lompoc.dx8560) ![Solvang](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/970c4bb1584d1be3cefe719bb7920951.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Solvang [](https://expedia.co.uk/Solvang.dx9797) ![Santa Ynez Valley showing mountains and tranquil scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/194000/194103-Santa-Ynez.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santa Ynez [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Ynez.dx9916) ![Photo by robb image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/c98dcc49c9e2fbd075620b2b6eef6bb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Los Olivos [](https://expedia.co.uk/Los-Olivos.dx180640) ![Photo by Mariam Qozi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9f107200a31c7a25dda8ed3127198c44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santa Margarita [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Margarita.dx6150927) ![Photo by Terry Fletcher](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b01d1dca881aa2e3a7ccea7d677761bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Orcutt [](https://expedia.co.uk/Orcutt.dx3000428439) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Santa Maria worth visiting? > One of the most popular things to do in Santa Maria is explore Boomers! Santa Maria. Check this top sight off your itinerary, then discover more of this area's history and culture. ### How do I spend a day in Santa Maria? > Kick-start your day with a visit to Boomers! Santa Maria and Santa Maria Valley Historical Society. Then, check out other areas of Santa Maria for a quick bite and a little retail therapy. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Santa Maria? > The top tourist attraction in Santa Maria is Boomers! Santa Maria, so be sure to add it to your sightseeing list. ### Is three days enough to stay in Santa Maria? > Three days in Santa Maria is enough to visit the city's leading attractions. Many guests stay for two days on average. Boomers! Santa Maria, Santa Maria Valley Historical Society and Rancho Bowl are highly rated sights. Want to discover more? Hang around a little longer to visit nearby hotspots such as San Luis Obispo. ### What are some activities to do in Santa Maria with kids? > Whether you're holidaying with young explorers or adventure-seeking teens, a fun-filled itinerary sets the tone for a great escape. 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