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Carpinteria State Beach
Campground
Compact oceanfront RV & tent camping area with toilets & coin showers.
4.70 (4.4K reviews)
(~5.19 km from centre)
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East Beach Tacos
Taco restaurant
Casual stand with indoor seating & a covered patio, serving a range of taco varieties.
$ $$$
4.70 (1.2K reviews)
(~9.93 km from centre)
3
Rincon Beach County Park
Park
A popular surfing spot, this beach is also the setting for swimming, picnicking & bird-watching.
4.70 (1K reviews)
(~9.07 km from centre)
4
The Sacred Space
Gift shop
👍👍 Such a hidden gem!!! So serene and picturesque. This sanctuary is a must visit when passing through Santa Barbara.
4.90 (282 reviews)
(~2.2 km from centre)
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The Worker Bee Café
Breakfast restaurant
Cozy American daytime cafe for omelets, sandwiches & old-school shakes, plus a pet-friendly patio.
$ $$$
4.70 (717 reviews)
(~5.02 km from centre)
6
Santa Barbara Zoo
Zoo
Small zoo with hundreds of animals in natural habitats, a miniature train ride & picnic spots.
4.60 (5.8K reviews)
(~9.18 km from centre)
7
Carpinteria Bluffs Nature Preserve
Nature preserve
Oceanfront area providing hiking trails, green space & scenic overlooks with views of harbor seals.
4.70 (666 reviews)
(~7.08 km from centre)
8
Lookout Park
Park
👍👍 A lovely park overlooking the ocean from the cliffs. Small clean playground for kids. Perfect for picnics too!
4.70 (626 reviews)
(~3.18 km from centre)
9
Summerland Beach Cafe
American restaurant
Circa-1893 Victorian beach house with patio serves up breakfast, bacon dishes, burgers & more.
$$ $$
4.60 (1.1K reviews)
(~3.05 km from centre)
10
Lotusland
Botanical garden
37-acre estate & botanical garden with 3,000+ plants, including rare cycads, cacti & euphorbias.
4.70 (442 reviews)
(~8.77 km from centre)
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Santa Claus Beach
Public beach
👍👍 This place is so good it's hard to get parking, but it's worth it if you find a spot
4.70 (391 reviews)
(~1.79 km from centre)
12
Butterfly Beach
Beach
😐 easy access to road / parking, but not a lot of sand to sit.very narrow area that has more dog walkers than sunbathers. Not accessible for people with mobility issues.
4.70 (364 reviews)
(~7.23 km from centre)
13
Jeannine's Restaurant & Bakery
American restaurant
Local chain serving gourmet breakfast fare, plus sandwiches & salads, in a stylish space.
$$ $$
4.60 (706 reviews)
(~6.89 km from centre)
14
Lucky Llama Coffee House
Cafe
Quaint, local shop with a patio, offering espresso, treats & acai bowls in a comfortable atmosphere.
$ $$$
4.60 (639 reviews)
(~5.2 km from centre)
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Oliver's
Vegan restaurant
Warm, casual & stylish outpost offering healthy plant-based cuisine, organic juices & cocktails.
$$ $$
4.70 (333 reviews)
(~7.15 km from centre)
16
Siam Elephant Thai Restaurant
Thai restaurant
Casual nook with an old-world vibe & outdoor seating, offering Thai classics along with beer & sake.
$$ $$
4.60 (570 reviews)
(~4.92 km from centre)
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The Stonehouse Restaurant
American restaurant
Historic stone house with wood-burning fireplace, white linens, terrace vistas & a regional menu.
$$$$
4.70 (308 reviews)
(~5.94 km from centre)
18
Stella Mare's
French restaurant
Waterside French-Cal eatery with multiple dining rooms & greenhouse overlooking a bird refuge.
$$ $$
4.60 (514 reviews)
(~8.35 km from centre)
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The Nugget
Steak house
👍👍 This place is a family favorite that we have to stop by while in the area! Super good food and drinks!
$$ $$
4.60 (445 reviews)
(~2.99 km from centre)
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Lucky's
Steak house
Steak, seafood, martinis & more served in an upscale space with touches of old Hollywood glamour.
$$$$
4.60 (438 reviews)
(~6.78 km from centre)