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These are the top 10 spots we’d recommend to our best friend visiting Santa Barbara. No fluff, just greatness at different price points.

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Saved Restaurants

These are the top 10 spots we’d recommend to our best friend visiting Santa Barbara. No fluff, just culinary greatness at different price points.

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East Beach

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Long sandy beach lined with palms, known for spectacular sunsets and volleyball courts, lifeguarded in summer.
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Calle Barquero Open Space

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Quiet neighborhood park with large play structures, grassy open space, picnic tables, and a water fountain in Santa Barbara.
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Winchester II Open Space

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Open natural space in Goleta featuring playgrounds, picnic tables, and dog-friendly areas amid well-maintained grounds.
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Shoreline Park

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Park overlooking the water featuring playgrounds, grassy spaces, walking paths, and beach access in Santa Barbara.
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Ellwood Mesa Open Space & Sperling Preserve

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A coastal preserve in Goleta with flat loop trails, eucalyptus forests, and scenic ocean bluffs ideal for hiking, birdwatching, and dog walking.
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Hot Springs Canyon Trailhead

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Trailhead for a shaded, ascending hike to natural hot springs with warm pools of varying temperatures, located in Montecito, CA.
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Lassen Open Space

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Open natural space in Goleta featuring quiet trails and a nearby bike path, known for dog-friendly spots along a peaceful creek.
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Summerland Beach

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Beach access with sandy and rocky shore, offering playground, picnic areas, and dog-friendly zones in Summerland, CA.
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Douglas Family Preserve

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Open natural preserve near Santa Barbara offering scenic trails and beach access framed by coastal hills and sunshine.
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Jesusita Trailhead

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Shaded, oak-covered hiking trail in Santa Barbara offering gradual climbs, creek access, and beautiful views along a popular out-and-back path.
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Palermo Open Space

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Palermo Open Space features natural landscapes ideal for hiking and wildlife viewing, offering tranquil outdoor recreation in Santa Barbara’s Hidden Valley.
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Campus Point Beach

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A scenic beach with tide pools, ocean views, and surf access beside the University of California Santa Barbara.
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Goleta Beach Park

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Public beach with paved bike trails, picnic areas, and a 1,500-ft pier for walking and fishing.
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Lotusland

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37-acre botanical garden showcasing over 3,000 rare and diverse plants, including cycads, cacti, and euphorbias in Montecito.
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Santa Barbara Chromatic Gate

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A vibrant chromatic gate by Cabrillo Ball Park in Santa Barbara, perfect for quick photo stops and beachside strolls.
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Rancho La Patera & Stow House c.1873

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Historic ranch and museum with peaceful grounds featuring lawn areas, picnic spots, and outdoor concerts in Goleta, CA.
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More Mesa Beach

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Cliffside beach near Santa Barbara offering a scenic walk, runs, and a clothing-optional area with ocean views and natural terrain.
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Rattlesnake Canyon Trailhead

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Shady, creekside hiking trail in Santa Barbara offering moderate climbs, boulder scrambling, and family-friendly paths alongside water pools.
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Chase Palm Park

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Waterfront park lined with tall palm trees featuring walking/biking paths and lounging lawns for outdoor enjoyment.
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Los Carneros Park

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A serene park offering open green spaces and quiet spots for relaxation and outdoor activities in Goleta, California.
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Mesa Lane Beach

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Natural coastal beach with rocky shoreline, perfect for quiet walks and ocean views, famous for a long stair descent and surfing spots.
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Winchester I Open Space

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Spacious hillside park in Goleta offering large grassy areas ideal for dogs and kids with scenic trails and open access all day.
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Goleta Monarch Butterfly Grove at Ellwood Mesa

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Protected eucalyptus grove known for Monarch butterflies on Goleta’s coastal bluffs, offering peaceful trails and ocean views in a serene natural setting.
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Thunderbird Open Space

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Expansive grassy open space in Goleta with scattered trees for shade, ideal for dog walking, sports, and neighborhood relaxation.
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Tabano Hollow Open Space

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Sprawling dog-friendly open space with off-leash hours, shaded areas, and grassy stretches for dogs to run freely near Santa Barbara.
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San Antonio Creek Trailhead

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Shaded, peaceful hiking trail with picnic areas along San Antonio Creek in Santa Barbara, offering river views and dog-friendly paths.
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Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History

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Museum with diverse exhibits including art, regional history, a planetarium, and a butterfly garden in Santa Barbara.
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West Beach

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Wide sandy beach with kayak and SUP rentals, anchored by Stearns Wharf’s shops and dining in Santa Barbara.
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Lake Los Carneros

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A tranquil lake in Goleta known for scenic walking trails, abundant wildlife, and peaceful natural surroundings.
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More Mesa Dr

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A scenic coastal space in Eastern Goleta Valley offering expansive sea views and natural open landscape typical of California's coast.
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Miramar Beach

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Scenic beachfront lane lined with homes, featuring a popular bar and restaurant perfect for ocean views and relaxation.
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Leadbetter Beach

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City beach with soft white sand, grassy picnic lawns, and well-maintained showers and restrooms along Santa Barbara's waterfront.
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Andree Clark Bird Refuge

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Saltwater marsh with a scenic walking path, birdwatching platforms, and diverse waterfowl habitat near Santa Barbara’s East Beach.
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Greek Park

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Small outdoor park in Isla Vista featuring basketball and volleyball courts, sand areas, and open spaces for recreation.
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Girsh Park

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Neighborhood park in Goleta with a playground, picnic areas, sports fields, and basketball courts for active outdoor fun.
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Earl Warren Showgrounds

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Event venue with spacious grounds and free parking, hosting fairs, rodeos, and orchid shows in Santa Barbara, featuring wheelchair accessibility and multiple entrances.

A Culinary Journey Through Santa Barbara