Enjoy a day away from the crowds at popular Stearns Wharf when you spend a day on the Santa Barbara Waterfront . This historic waterfront is surrounded by picturesque mountains and four small scenic islands. See beautiful boats, meet local merchants and enjoy seafood dining. While there, catch a day charter or enjoy an island trip.
Take a step back in time at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum. Learn about the city’s heritage from the native Chumash Indians to the Spanish settlers to near present day. Explore permanent and traveling exhibitions and special events that share the city’s distinctive story. Visit the on-site Gledhill Library to view a wealth of historical and cultural artifacts.
See fairy tales come to life at the Ensemble’s Story Book Theatre. Children enjoy seeing their favorite childhood stories such as The Tortoise and the Hare, The Lion and the Mouse and many others come alive on stage through music, puppets, and magical costumes and masks.