The locals at Arroyo Burro Beach Park in Santa Barbara are avid surfers. The sandy beach is a popular destination for surfers, swimmers and fisherman. After a day spent outdoors on the shores and off the shores, crowds get together at its seaside hot spots to enjoy cocktails at sunset.
Ahoy mates! The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum celebrates California’s maritime history. Come navigate across an 8,000-square-foot museum to see ships, including the flagship Ranger, a 42-foot classic big-game fishing yacht, watch surfing documentaries at the Munger Theater and sail into the museum store to catch some memorable souvenirs!
Walking into this historic Granada Theatre takes you back to the opulence of 1920s. Attendees enjoy monthly concerts showcasing A-list entertainers and world-class comedians. Nestled in downtown Santa Barbara’s Cultural District, the entertainment venue’s location makes it easy to walk down the street afterward and enjoy dining at nearby restaurants like Opal Restaurant and The Marquee Lounge.
Stop and smell the roses on a romantic date at the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden. Take your special someone for a stroll on winding stone pathways through an array of whimsical gardens. Explore more than 1,000 rare and native plants across 65 acres in the city’s historic Mission Canyon. Ah, love is in bloom.