10 Best

Things to Do in Santa Barbara

It’s been called America’s Riviera because it’s as gorgeous & temperate as that famous stretch of European coast, except with the added value of movie stars.

Here, 10 things to
do in Santa Barbara
that range from the expected (long beach walks & poolside naps) to the novel (strolling
a whole neighborhood devoted to wine tasting).

MCCONNELL'S FINE ICE CREAMS

Every month, this 70-year-old third-generation family-run company likes to come out with new flavors based on the season. Need we say more?

1. EAT ARTISANAL ICE CREAM

OLD MISSION SANTA BARBARA

Founded in 1786, the Old Mission Santa Barbara has 12 acres of manicured gardens & museums, as well as a cemetery & mausoleum.

2. SEE A LIVING MISSION

SB WINE COLLECTIVE

Stop at the handful of winery sipping rooms & have a glass on the patio in the sun, then head to a gallery or vintage store.

3. STROLL AN ENTIRE
WINE NEIGHBORHOOD

GEORGE ROSE/GETTY IMAGES

Use UberWINE to chauffeur you around the countryside and wait for you while you sip.

4. TAKE AN UBER WINE TOUR

BOATHOUSE HENDRY'S BEACH

The heated patio at the Boathouse is the place to be for your sunset toast, then settle in for a seafood dinner.

5. TOAST TO SUNSET
ON THE BEACH

MERCI MONTECITO

Anyone with a sweet tooth
would be crazy not to visit
this pastel-pink wonder of a breakfast-and-lunch spot.

6. HAVE  BREAKFAST
AT MERCI MONTECITO

WENDY FOSTER

Not to be too brass tacks, but one of the nice things about taking a getaway in an affluent community? There’s great shopping.

7. PICK UP A NEW
CASUAL-CHIC OUTFIT

LOTUSLAND

Get ready for acres of rare
and strategically planted
flora and fauna from around
the globe. It’s a must-see.

8. TOUR THE GARDENS
OF LOTUSLAND

RAOUL TEXTILES

Raoul Textiles is a designer and distributor of high-end fabrics. Stroll into the showroom/gift shop for the soaring ceilings and sunny vibe.

9. GET HOME DESIGN INSPIRATION

TWENTY20

This hike (or an easy walk up an incline, really) is less than a mile
and ends at the remains of an estate
that burned 70 years ago.

10. HIKE TO THE
KNAPP’S CASTLE RUINS

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