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Santa Barbara Receives New York Times Destination Recommendation

January 11, 2019

Santa Barbara is ranked third on The New York Times’ annual “52 Places to Go in 2019” list and is one of only two cities in California (Los Angeles was the other) and 11 destinations in the United States to make the newspaper’s prestigious list.


Popular Spots

Lafond Winery City Tasting Room

The renowned Lafond Winery in Santa Barbara’s popular FunkZone.

Museum of Art Santa Barbara

A remarkable permanent collection that feels more like the private gallery.

Bikini Factory

Bikini Factory not only sells but creates ladies swimwear for all body types & ages.

Angel

Montecito boutique, Angel, reflects a mix of high fashion & casual beach elegance.

Chuck’s Waterfront Grill

Dine by the boats on the award winning Chuck’s Waterfront Grill deck.

The Paradise Café

A local’s favorite for more than 25 years. Live Santa Maria oak grill.

Arts & Crafts Show

Approximately 200 Santa Barbara County resident artists display their own original work.

The Land Shark Tours

View Santa Barbara by both land and sea.