Best places in Santa Barbara County

Discover the best places in Santa Barbara County, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 142 places in the city.

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La Purísima Mission State Historic Park
State park
Restored 1820s mission with 10 furnished original buildings, a visitor center & a self-guided tour.
4.80 (1.4K reviews)
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Los Padres National Forest
National forest
Primitive lands with 1,200+ miles of trails, a scenic byway, mountains, rivers & beaches.
4.70 (5.8K reviews)
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Cold Spring Tavern
American restaurant
Antique-filled, mountainside Western saloon serving local wine & American fare including wild game.
$$ $$
4.70 (2.5K reviews)
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Channel Islands National Park
National park
Park includes 5 of the Channel Islands & offers camping, hiking, diving, spearfishing & sea caves.
4.70 (1.8K reviews)
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Jalama Beach County Park
Park
Public beachfront area with a popular snack shack, a sundry store, picnic tables & fire boxes.
4.70 (1.6K reviews)
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Sunny Fields Park
Park
Recreation area with a unique themed wooden playground, water mister & BBQ pit with a rotating spit.
4.80 (526 reviews)
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RiseUp Fitness
Physical fitness program
👍👍 Joining RiseUp was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made! Everyone here is so welcoming and motivates me to always do better. I love the variety of workouts they offer with different classes each day. One of the great things as well is the workouts cater to all fitness levels. Before joining I ha...
5.00 (229 reviews)
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Hitching Post
Steak house
Oak-grilled meats, a few unique dishes & distinctive house wines served in Western-style digs.
$$ $$
4.70 (1K reviews)
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Rincon Beach County Park
Park
A popular surfing spot, this beach is also the setting for swimming, picnicking & bird-watching.
4.70 (1K reviews)
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Lizards Mouth Rock
Tourist attraction
👍👍 If you enjoy exploring around rocks, in small caves, rock scrambling or rock climbing, this park is always worth a visit. You can spend all day hiking and bouldering until your heart is content, and for serious climbers, there are multiple locations for belaying, rappelling, and some free climbing....
4.80 (415 reviews)
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Ostrichland USA
Tourist attraction
Ranch where big birds roam & people can buy cups of food to feed them, with gift shop & fresh eggs.
4.60 (4.9K reviews)
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Dave's Dogs Grill
Hot dog restaurant
👍👍 Their hotdogs are really good. Some of my friends who don't like hotdogs loved this place. Staff are nice, food comes out fast. Big portions, too (especially fries).
$ $$$
4.70 (677 reviews)
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In-N-Out Burger
Hamburger restaurant
Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.
$ $$$
4.60 (4.1K reviews)
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Highline Adventures
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Amazing experience in a beautiful setting. Jeff the Owner was welcoming and shared the history of the area and the property. The zip-lining was state of the art and fun. Ben and Spencer were our guides and were super cool and knowledgeable. They made us feel comfortable and safe the whole time. Defi...
5.00 (168 reviews)
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El Capitán State Beach
State park
Beach with sandy shore & rocky tide pools, offering swimming, fishing & surfing.
4.60 (1.1K reviews)
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Rancho Guadalupe Dunes Preserve
Park
This tranquil park with miles of sand dunes & beach access offers fishing, hiking & picnicking.
4.60 (837 reviews)
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Goleta Beach Park
Park
Public beach featuring paved bicycle trails, picnic areas & a 1,500-ft pier for walking & fishing.
4.50 (2.7K reviews)
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Cachuma Lake Recreation Area
Campground
Picturesque, pastoral lakeside park featuring campgrounds, fishing & other activities.
4.50 (2.5K reviews)
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Gaviota State Park
State park
Nearly 3,000-acre park extending from the ocean to the mountains, with hiking, swimming & fishing.
4.50 (2.3K reviews)
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Tuckers Grove Park
Park
Tree-lined park offers hiking/biking trails alongside a creek, plus playgrounds & picnic amenities.
4.60 (529 reviews)
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