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Fun Things To Do In Santa Barbara, CA

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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 Time to Visit. Visitor Information. View Map.

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Promenade And Ventura Pier Top Attraction!
Recreation in Ventura, CA USA

Surfers and beach goers enjoy this palm lined promenade that stretches from the Ventura Pier to an estuary at the Ventura River.

Downtown Ventura Top Attraction!
Recreation in Ventura, CA USA

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.

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

National Park.

Santa Barbara County Courthouse Top Attraction!
Scenic in Santa Barbara, CA USA

Take in 360¦ views of downtown from the Santa Barbara County Courthouse clock tower.

Santa Barbara Zoo Top Attraction!
Zoo in Santa Barbara, CA USA

Stroll the Zoological gardens with your family. Take in the stunnintg views and watch exotic animals at play.

Old Mission Santa Barbara Top Attraction!

Historic Site in Santa Barbara, CA USA

Step back in time at Mission Santa Barbara, and stop to smell the roses at the Mission Rose Garden.

Channel Islands Maritime Museum New Exhibit

Art Museum in Oxnard, CA USA

Edward Marple and his Amazing Ship Models.

Channel Islands Maritime Museum New Exhibit

Art Museum in Oxnard, CA USA

La Janelle: Relics from a Local Shipwreck.

Jewelry Couture
Shopping in Ventura, CA USA

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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°