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Perpetually laidback Santa Barbara is a city of white-washed buildings and red-tiled roofs, tucked between the mountains and the sea, resonating with an irresistible allure. Santa Barbara’s architectural style is iconic, and our coastal enclave is equally well known for its pedestrian-friendly downtown, historic buildings and hotels, cultural events and festivals, lush public parks and gardens, miles of beaches and welcoming locals. Above all else, Santa Barbara knows how to celebrate the art of good living. Foodies sip and savor the region’s eccentric mix of cuisine accompanied by superb local wines. Visitors delight in our Spanish-influenced architecture and the diversity of our arts and culture. Everyone enjoys our 300 days of sunshine a year and nearly limitless opportunities for outdoor fun. And those who tread lightly while traveling appreciate our dedication to sustainable tourism. Santa Barbara is contrast and complement, natural art and human art, the simple and sophisticated, the old world and the new. It is The American Riviera®. Skip to Best Places to Stay. Best Time to Visit. Visitor Information. View Map.

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San Buenaventura Mission Top Attraction!

things to do on a rainy day in Santa Barbara, CA

Museum in Ventura, CA USA

Founded in 1782, Mission San Buenaventura, was the ninth of California's 21 missions and the last to be established by Father Junipero Serra. Destroyed by fire in the 1790s, the church was rebuilt over a period of a dozen years and rededicated in 1809.

Channel Islands National Park Top Attraction!
National Park in Ventura, CA USA

National Park One of Ventura's most wondrous attractions, often refered to as the American Galapagos is accessible for multi-day camping trips. (14 miles off coast) Explore America's Galapagos One of Ventura's most wondrous attractions lies 14 miles out to sea.

Chingo Bling at Oxnard Levity Live

Jul 15, 2021 (Thursday) Concert event in Oxnard, CA USA

Chingo Bling July 15, 2021 at Oxnard Levity Live in Oxnard, CA 8:00PM

Circle Jerks - 2022 World Tour at Ventura Theater

Feb 20, 2022 (Sunday) Concert event in Ventura, CA USA

Circle Jerks - 2022 World Tour February 20, 2022 at Ventura Theater in Ventura, CA 8:00PM

Corey Holcomb at Oxnard Levity Live

Sep 23, 2021 (Thursday) Theater event in Oxnard, CA USA

Corey Holcomb September 23, 2021 at Oxnard Levity Live in Oxnard, CA 8:00PM

D.L. Hughley at Oxnard Levity Live

Jul 09, 2021 (Friday) Theater event in Oxnard, CA USA

D.L. Hughley July 09, 2021 at Oxnard Levity Live in Oxnard, CA

D.L. Hughley at Oxnard Levity Live

Jul 10, 2021 (Saturday) Theater event in Oxnard, CA USA

D.L. Hughley July 10, 2021 at Oxnard Levity Live in Oxnard, CA

Durand Jones & The Indications at Ventura Theatre

This Month, Mar 24, 2021 (Wednesday) Concert event in Ventura, CA USA

Durand Jones & The Indications March 24, 2021 at Ventura Theatre in Ventura, CA 7:00PM

Felipe Esparza at Oxnard Levity Live

May 06, 2021 (Thursday) Theater event in Oxnard, CA USA

Felipe Esparza May 06, 2021 at Oxnard Levity Live in Oxnard, CA 8:00PM

Felipe Esparza at Oxnard Levity Live

May 07, 2021 (Friday) Theater event in Oxnard, CA USA

Felipe Esparza May 07, 2021 at Oxnard Levity Live in Oxnard, CA

Felipe Esparza at Oxnard Levity Live

Mothers Day Weekend, May 08, 2021 (Saturday) Theater event in Oxnard, CA USA

Felipe Esparza May 08, 2021 at Oxnard Levity Live in Oxnard, CA

Felipe Esparza at Oxnard Levity Live

Mothers Day, May 09, 2021 (Sunday) Theater event in Oxnard, CA USA

Felipe Esparza May 09, 2021 at Oxnard Levity Live in Oxnard, CA 7:00PM

Ian Bagg at Oxnard Levity Live

Jun 25, 2021 (Friday) Theater event in Oxnard, CA USA

Ian Bagg June 25, 2021 at Oxnard Levity Live in Oxnard, CA

Ian Bagg at Oxnard Levity Live

Jun 26, 2021 (Saturday) Theater event in Oxnard, CA USA

Ian Bagg June 26, 2021 at Oxnard Levity Live in Oxnard, CA

Ian Bagg at Oxnard Levity Live

Jun 27, 2021 (Sunday) Theater event in Oxnard, CA USA

Ian Bagg June 27, 2021 at Oxnard Levity Live in Oxnard, CA 7:00PM

Jay Mewes & His A-Mewes-Ing Stories at Oxnard Levity Live

Sep 08, 2021 (Wednesday) Concert event in Oxnard, CA USA

Jay Mewes & His A-Mewes-Ing Stories September 08, 2021 at Oxnard Levity Live in Oxnard, CA 8:00PM

Jeff Allen: The America I Grew Up In Tour

Aug 18, 2021 (Wednesday) Theater event in Oxnard, CA USA

Jeff Allen: The America I Grew Up In Tour August 18, 2021 at Oxnard Levity Live in Oxnard, CA 8:00PM

Jesus Trejo at Oxnard Levity Live

Jul 23, 2021 (Friday) Theater event in Oxnard, CA USA

Jesus Trejo July 23, 2021 at Oxnard Levity Live in Oxnard, CA

Jesus Trejo at Oxnard Levity Live

Jul 24, 2021 (Saturday) Theater event in Oxnard, CA USA

Jesus Trejo July 24, 2021 at Oxnard Levity Live in Oxnard, CA

Jesus Trejo at Oxnard Levity Live

Jul 25, 2021 (Sunday) Theater event in Oxnard, CA USA

Jesus Trejo July 25, 2021 at Oxnard Levity Live in Oxnard, CA 7:00PM

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Places to stay

Best Places to Stay in Santa Barbara

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From $129 / night.

Harbor House Inn

Free Internet, Non Smoking Rooms.

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From $89 / night.

King Frederik Inn

Swimming Pool, Free Internet, Non Smoking Rooms.

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From $82 / night.

Pea Soup Andersen's Inn

Swimming Pool, Free Internet, Non Smoking Rooms.

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From $169 / night.

The Eagle Inn

Free Internet.

Best Time to Visit Santa Barbara

The best time to visit Santa Barbara, California is in the summer and fall. Summer temperatures are mild with averages in the mid 60's and highs in the upper 70's. Nights are cool with lows in the mid 50's. Fall temperatures are cool with averages in the low 60's and highs in the low 70's. Fall nights are cold with lows in the upper 40's.

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Monthly Temperatures in Santa Barbara


Month	Low	Avg	High

January	40.8 F°	53.1 F°	65.4 F°

February	44.0 F°	55.2 F°	66.3 F°

March	46.0 F°	56.7 F°	67.4 F°

April	47.6 F°	58.9 F°	70.1 F°

May	50.5 F°	60.9 F°	71.2 F°

June	53.9 F°	64.2 F°	74.4 F°

July	57.3 F°	67.0 F°	76.7 F°

August	58.4 F°	68.6 F°	78.7 F°

September	56.6 F°	67.4 F°	78.2 F°

October	51.6 F°	63.5 F°	75.4 F°

November	44.0 F°	57.5 F°	71.0 F°

December	39.9 F°	53.2 F°	66.4 F°