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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
Condor Express Whale Watching
Spectacular whale watching trip, sportfishing or island excursion.
Lafond Winery City Tasting Room
The renowned Lafond Winery in Santa Barbara’s popular FunkZone.
Chaucer’s Bookstore
Santa Barbara’s much-loved bookseller since 1974.
Natasha
Contemporary women’s clothing boutique specializes in natural fabrics made in California.
Chuck’s Waterfront Grill
Dine by the boats on the award winning Chuck’s Waterfront Grill deck.
Fishouse Santa Barbara
Oceanfront location, patio dining, innovative cocktails and a rich tradition of great seafood.
Arts & Crafts Show
Approximately 200 Santa Barbara County resident artists display their own original work.
Santa Barbara Harbor
Oldest working harbors on the West Coast, great for a stroll.
