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 4.9K places in the county.

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Sandbox VR
Amusement center
👍👍 First time trying any virtual reality experience and wow, I was amazed and blown away with the feeling. Giving it a 5/5 does not do justice to the experience and vast setup of this spot. They have 4-5 games to choose from and up to 6 people per game/group. We tried the squid game and everything fe...
4.90 (3.4K reviews)
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Elevate Lompoc
Cannabis store
👍👍 I have been nervous about going in public because I am in the middle of dental surgeries and Brianna was really comfortable to talk to. Easy to shop with and I just can't explain enough about how nice it felt to talk to someone and not feel like they are staring at my mouth. It made my day. Thank yo...
4.90 (1.8K reviews)
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Golden Gate Bridge
Bridge
Famed 4,200 ft art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic.
4.80 (73.4K reviews)
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Golden Gate Park
Park
The city's 1,017-acre oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans, plus gardens & museums.
4.80 (43.2K reviews)
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Royal Healing Emporium
Cannabis store
4.90 (810 reviews)
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Lands End Lookout
Visitor center
Waterfront hiking through wildflowers, with shipwreck views & access to the Sutro Baths ruins.
4.80 (7.6K reviews)
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San Francisco Botanical Garden
Botanical garden
55 acres of serene gardens showcasing diverse plants from around the world & a magnolia collection.
4.80 (6.9K reviews)
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Presidio of San Francisco
Park
Famous park & recreation area featuring wooded trails, historic sites & Golden Gate Bridge views.
4.80 (6.8K reviews)
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Club Fugazi Experiences
Performing arts theater
👍👍 I loved seeing "Dear San Francisco" at Club Fugazi today! A beautiful portrayal of dance, acrobats, music, and poetry. The script was funny & charming, lots of uniqueness of SF, and great skillful tricks! I thoroughly enjoyed it! A well-balanced cast, each with a creative talent! 👌
$$ $$
4.90 (740 reviews)
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Fort Funston
Park
Park featuring 200-foot-high bluffs for hang gliding, plus trails for hiking & horseback riding.
4.80 (3.5K reviews)
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Salesforce Park
Park
Gondola access to an urban rooftop garden with trees, flowers & play equipment, plus a cafe terrace.
4.80 (3.3K reviews)
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San Francisco Symphony
Orchestra
Home to the SF Symphony, this concert hall seats more than 2,700 & has several cafes & bars.
4.80 (2.8K reviews)
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War Memorial Opera House
Opera house
Renowned 1932 Beaux-Arts performing arts center & home to the San Francisco Ballet.
4.80 (2K reviews)
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Tondi Gelato
Ice cream shop
👍👍 This gelato is soooo good. My second time here since I first tried it. Super creamy and I always look forward to stopping here when in SB. They give you a lot in the small for the price. My favorite is the mango but I should probably try other flavors too. They also have free pup cups for your dogg...
4.90 (602 reviews)
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AT&T Store
Cell phone store
Retailer providing wireless plans & a range of phones, devices & accessories.
$$ $$
4.80 (1.8K reviews)
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Santa Barbara County Courthouse Gardens
Park
👍👍 An absolutely unique and gorgeous building in the heart of Santa Barbara. Defined a must see and within walking distance (a few blocks) from the State Street main drag. The grounds are upon to the public and extremely well kept. The most magical time to visit is of course during sunset's golden hour...
4.80 (1.6K reviews)
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Golden Gate Overlook
Vista point
Hillside observation deck with panoramas of the Golden Gate Bridge, the bay & Marin Headlands.
4.80 (1.5K reviews)
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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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Corona Heights Park
Park
Bustling, hilly park featuring hiking trails & sweeping, scenic city vistas.
4.80 (1.4K reviews)
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New Mission Yoga
Yoga studio
Large, bright yoga studio offering transformational fitness classes, plus breathwork & sound baths.
4.90 (538 reviews)
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