If you're considering a California sailing vacation or sailing school on the West Coast, there's no better place than the Santa Barbara Sailing Center. Not only do we provide world-class sailing instruction, but there are tons of things to see and do around Santa Barbara before, during and after your California sailing vacation. |
This is one of the city's most beautiful spots. Well-tended gardens surround a man-made pond with coy fish and turtles. This is a great place for a stroll with the family or a romantic picnic in the park. Kid's World, an amazing kid's playground, is just across the street too. If you're coming to Santa Barbara, this is a must-see destination.
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Just across from Alice Keck Park, Alameda Park is a wonderful family oriented picnic and playground spot that hosts the 8,000 square foot Kids' World playground. It is ideal for many functions because it occupies two blocks, has plenty of open space and has a complete range of facilities.
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With artwork from ancient Egypt through the present, the Santa Barbara Museum of Art is a world-class art venue that is not to be missed. From ancient Greco-Roman statues to Monet's Impressionist pieces and beyond, this is a magnificent museum for all ages.
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The Courthouse has been called the most beautiful government building in America. Gardens and lawns surround this working courthouse. Civic events, performances and numerous weddings are held on the attractively landscaped Spiral Staircase Sunken Garden where the 1872 courthouse once stood.
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On the north end of the downtown State Street shopping district is La Arcada Court, a Spanish paseo and courtyard with exotic plants, trees, tiled fountains and an amazing collection of life-like bronze statues. La Arcada has a variety of interesting shops, galleries, restaurants and Cafes.
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The Arlington Theater is the largest movie theater and main performing arts venue in Santa Barbara, California. In addition to regular screenings and artists, it is home to many events associated with the annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival.
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The fabulous fish and shellfish of the Pacific, the abundance of California's farms and ranches and the fine wines produced in the Santa Ynez Valley and the Santa Rita Hills are all close at hand. They make their way to backyard cookouts, into beachfront picnics and onto the menus of the comfortable, California-casual restaurants Santa Barbara favors.
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The official literature calls Mission Santa Barbara "Queen of the Missions for its graceful beauty." Founded on December 4th, 1786, it was the tenth of 21 Franciscan missions in California. It still functions as a church today. Self-guided tours daily 9am-5pm.
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Exhibits feature mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, plant life and geology of the Pacific Coast and Channel Islands. Exhibits also include dioramas of prehistoric Native American life. There are many special activities held at the Museum so be sure to check their website often for upcoming event.
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Downtown historic Santa Barbara is a "must do" to get a real feel for Santa Barbara and its past. Nearby there are also hundreds of miles of great hiking and cycling trails for the outdoor enthusiast. Whether you just want to explore downtown or have a rugged adventure, Santa Barbara offers something for everyone.
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Santa Barbara is filled with innovative arts and craft stores, rare antique shops, fashion boutiques with designer clothes, shopping complexes, and specialty gift shops. The Paseo Nueovo mall, with its distinctive architecture is a shopping site not to be missed.
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This is one of Santa Barbara's hidden treasures. Off the beaten path, this park features 65 acres of native trees, shrubs, wildflowers, cacti, in natural settings. It is truly spectacular in the spring. There are 5.5 miles of easy-to-walk nature trails. This is a great place for the whole family.
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Miles of white sand beaches surround Santa Barbara for the sun and surf enthusiast. Next to the harbor, Stearns Wharf is an important part of Santa Barbara's character and history. It is located at the bottom of State Street and our historic three dolphin fountain marks its entrance.
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Enjoy the view of the Santa Barbara Riviera while chartering a boat from the Santa Barbara Sailing Center. You can also take one of our public dinner, jazz or brunch cruises for an experience you'll never forget. We offer kayak rentals and tours too.
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Summerland, California is a quaint little seaside town reminiscent of a New England village nestled on a hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean. You won't want to miss the many antique stores that line Lillie Ave, the main street of Summerland.
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Red-tiled roofs, warm-colored plaster walls, arched facades and enclosed garden courtyards with wrought iron embellishments characterize the local architecture and fill the views.
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Consistently ranked as one of America's best small zoos, the Zoological Gardens are wonderful. Among the 500 animals you'll find elephants, giraffes, lions, tigers, gibbons, sea lions, exotic birds and farm animals.
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The art show is a Santa Barbara Classic. It is strictly held as a "Santa Barbara" county resident show and you will find an eclectic mixture of arts and crafts here. Find that special Santa Barbara souvenier here that you'll remember long after your trip home.
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The University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) is a research-oriented public university located on the Pacific Ocean in Santa Barbara County, California, USA. It is one of ten campuses of the University of California.
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If you want to venture a little bit outside of Santa Barbara, there are some amazing day trips and excursions to be had. Wine tasting, horseback riding and amazing scenery awaits. |
Camino Cielo (Spanish for “Sky Road”) follows a ridge top path through the Santa Ynez Mountains, the closest range to the Pacific Ocean .
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Welcome to Santa Barbara Wine Country, home of the movie Sideways. Currently there are over two hundred wineries, vineyards and tasting rooms in the county and the number grows each month.
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Scandinavian ambiance abounds in the Santa Ynez Valley town of Solvang, where two-thirds of the residents are of Danish descent. Also in Solvang is the preserved 1804 Spanish-period Santa Inés Mission.
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Not far from Santa Barbara, the wine country, Solvang and the ocean, Lake Cachuma is a destination park in its own right. The lake is a reservoir, so water access is limited to boating, but there is a pool in the summer, as well as a Play Area, excellent hiking and fishing, and Nature Center.
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About an hour south of Santa Barbara, the Getty Center presents an amazing collection of art from the Middle Ages to the present, against a backdrop of dramatic architecture, tranquil gardens and breathtaking views. If you go here, be sure to see Van Gogh's famous Sunflowers.
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