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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
Stearns Wharf
Take a short stroll out over the Pacific Ocean and enjoy the fresh ocean breeze.
Museum of Art Santa Barbara
A remarkable permanent collection that feels more like the private gallery.
Natasha
Contemporary women’s clothing boutique specializes in natural fabrics made in California.
Chaucer’s Bookstore
Santa Barbara’s much-loved bookseller since 1974.
Sambo’s
The first and last remaining original Sambo’s restaurant.
Casa Blanca Restaurant & Cantina
Santa Barbara’s hottest new Mexican restaurant.
Mission Santa Barbara
A world-class destination for anyone interested in how Santa Barbara began
Condor Express Whale Watching
Spectacular whale watching trip, sportfishing or island excursion.
