Step back in time at the Old Mission Santa Barbara. Discover a mission 200-years-old nestled between the magnificent Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Known as the Queen of the Missions, the historic landmark welcomes you to get lost in its breathtaking grounds, Spanish architecture, beautiful church and museum full of interesting exhibits and attractions.
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.
Trip out in The Funk Zone! This ultra-cool Santa Barbara live, work, play neighborhood sits by the sea and is one of the coolest and funkiest industrial districts. Spend the day amidst an eclectic group of wine makers, surfboard manufacturers and independent shop owners. Getting off the beaten path has never been more fun.