But, this also yields the lowest prices of the year. What's more, it's prime whale watching season in Santa Barbara. Key Events: Spring is one of the best times to visit Santa Barbara, before the ...

Here are some spectacular events that your entire family can enjoy when looking for things to do in Santa Barbara on Thanksgiving. Santa Barbara Wine Country Tours will host an expert tour with ...

Since the reopening of the Santa Barbara Public Library, families are back enjoying the children’s center now packed daily ...

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Smorgasburg Los Angeles: The Sunday outdoor food and drink market celebrates “Festa della donna – Women’s Day,” 10 a.m.-4 p.m. March 9. Check the website or Facebook for vendors. Free admission. No ...

Every big city has its popular road trip destinations, and Los Angeles is blessed to have Santa Barbara, an hour and 40 minutes driving from Downtown and just under three hours aboard Amtrak.

Still a functioning house of worship, the Santa Barbara Mission boasts a museum ... there are occasional closures for events like weddings and funerals. Admission costs $15 for adults, $10 for ...

The Santa Barbara Zoo touts its range of exhibits and interactive activities like giraffe feeding and train rides, as well as its conservation efforts as reasons why it should be voted "Best Zoo." ...