What To Do

Santa Barbara County is famous for its breathtaking setting and natural beauty. Visitors can enjoy world-class performances of music, opera, dance, and theater year round. Santa Barbara has also earned a reputation as one of the top five art colonies in the West.

Santa Barbara is a hotspot for world-class dining. Few cities boast as many restaurants per capita as Santa Barbara. Creative mouth-watering cuisine is prepared with fresh local produce and paired with superb vintages from the Santa Barbara Wine Country.

To all this, add a vigorous lineup of outdoor activities and adventures: first-rate golf, tennis, polo, horseback riding, cycling, hiking, and array of water sports. Top it off with some exceptional shopping in the many specialty stores and boutiques. Enjoy a relaxing massage in one of the luxurious spas.

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Check out The Official Visitor Guide to Santa Barbara for more information on dining, arts & entertainment, beaches, family and outdoor activities. Some of our favorite restaurants include: The Wine Cask, Downey's, La Super Rica, Tupelo Junction Cafe, The Hitching Post and Padaro Grill. You can go to Zagat for reviews. If you have a free day, we highly recommend visiting the wineries around Santa Barbara. For up to the minute listings of what's going on around town, the Santa Barbara News-Press Scene Online is a great resource.