{"id":84600,"date":"2023-06-15T14:48:49","date_gmt":"2023-06-15T21:48:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=84600"},"modified":"2024-03-20T13:24:43","modified_gmt":"2024-03-20T20:24:43","slug":"unique-things-to-do-in-santa-barbara","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-santa-barbara\/","title":{"rendered":"From a Local\u2019s Lens: Discover 9 Unique Things To Do in Santa Barbara"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you pondering over the idea of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/living-in\/CA\/Santa-Barbara\/6\/17669\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">moving to Santa Barbara<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Let this Redfin article be your insider guide, unveiling the secrets of this picturesque coastal haven, as shared by its vibrant residents. This isn&#8217;t your typical city guide; it&#8217;s a treasury of local insights, revealing everything from exceptional dining experiences and enchanting bookstores to lush hiking trails and historic hotels.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you search for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/17669\/CA\/Santa-Barbara\/apartments-for-rent\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">apartments for rent<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/17669\/CA\/Santa-Barbara\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">homes for sale in Santa Barbara<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, remember that this city offers more than just a place to live\u2014it&#8217;s a gateway to a community brimming with adventure and exploration. Join us as we delve into the unique experiences and treasures that await you in this picturesque paradise.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-84604\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1312863994.jpg\" alt=\"Downtown Santa Barbara\" width=\"898\" height=\"598\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1312863994.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1312863994-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1312863994-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1312863994-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1312863994-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1312863994-946x630.jpg 946w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1312863994-451x300.jpg 451w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 898px) 100vw, 898px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Have a biodynamic glass of wine at Satellite<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re searching for the perfect blend of vegetarian plates and wine, Jill Ettinger, co-founder and editorial director of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/the-ethos.co\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ethos<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, recommends Satellite. &#8220;There, you&#8217;ll find organic, local produce, and biodynamic wine for a meal that doesn&#8217;t disappoint.&#8221; Ettinger also suggests trying the vegan mac and cheese, stuffed tacos, or yoga pants salad\u2013and be sure to grab a bottle of their 2020 Sylvain Pataille Aligot\u00e9 Burgundy as a memento.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Grab a craft beer at Night Lizard Brewing Company<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beer enthusiasts, rejoice! Shannon F suggests <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nightlizardbrewingcompany.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Night Lizard Brewing Company<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to &#8220;discover a diverse range of handcrafted beers, from hoppy IPAs to smooth stouts, each crafted with passion, sustainability, and precision.&#8221; And you don&#8217;t have to be a beer aficionado to enjoy all this local brewery has to offer; all are welcome.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Enjoy a delicious cup of coffee at Handlebar Coffee<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tristin Tracy with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tristintracyphotography.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tristin Tracy Photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> recommends Handlebar Coffee. &#8220;It\u2019s the best cup of coffee in the Santa Barbara area,\u201d says Tracy. From competitive cycling to multiple storefronts, Handlebar Coffee roasts quality beans daily.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Join the Taste Santa Barbara Food Tour<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re looking for an all-in-one experience, Tristin Tracy also suggests checking out the Taste Santa Barbara Food Tour. &#8220;The owner is a blast, and the food is amazing. You&#8217;ll eat the best of downtown Santa Barbara and learn about this town&#8217;s history.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-84603\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1464525180.jpg\" alt=\"woman cheers with coffee mug\" width=\"899\" height=\"592\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1464525180.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1464525180-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1464525180-1024x674.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1464525180-768x506.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1464525180-228x150.jpg 228w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1464525180-957x630.jpg 957w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1464525180-456x300.jpg 456w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 899px) 100vw, 899px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Spend the afternoon at Chauncer\u2019s Bookstore<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Author and freelance writer <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.audryfryer.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Audry Fryer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> recommends a hidden gem for book lovers, Chaucer&#8217;s Bookstore. Fryer describes the store as a, &#8220;cute independent bookstore with a cozy atmosphere, friendly and knowledgeable staff, and an extensive collection of varying genres.&#8221; You can even find a selection of journals, puzzles, games, and magazines. There is truly something for everyone.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Go on a beachfront pottery date<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re searching for a fun, creative, and romantic date, look no further than Sarah Klapps&#8217;s two-hour &#8220;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/klappceramics.com\/book-a-lesson\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clay Date<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&#8221; Klapp offers private pottery lessons for two in her beachside art studio where &#8220;guests will learn how to make pottery on the wheel and take home their finished work.&#8221; All materials are included; bring yourself and someone special for an enjoyable experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-84602\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1142834523.jpg\" alt=\"Potter at work\" width=\"899\" height=\"599\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1142834523.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1142834523-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1142834523-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1142834523-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1142834523-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1142834523-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-1142834523-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 899px) 100vw, 899px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Stroll through the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With over a thousand species of plants, Shannon F recommends exploring the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sbbotanicgarden.org\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Santa Barbara Botanic Garden<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. &#8220;Explore winding trails that lead you through lush landscapes, vibrant wildflowers, and fragrant gardens, igniting your senses along the way,\u201d says Shannon. If you&#8217;re searching to spend the day captivated by the beauty of wandering through California&#8217;s native plants, this is the perfect place.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Spend the day at Alameda Park<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your children are eager for a day of entertainment, look no further than <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/santabarbaraparks.com\/parks\/kids-world-park\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kid&#8217;s World<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at Alameda Park.&#8221;This 8,000 sqft playground is just one of the amazing sections at Alameda Park and is home to beautiful trees and also boasts a great way to spend a morning in Santa Barbara,\u201d says Tristin Tracy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-84601\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-882653576.jpg\" alt=\"kids playing in the ocean\" width=\"899\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-882653576.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-882653576-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-882653576-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-882653576-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-882653576-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-882653576-944x630.jpg 944w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/GettyImages-882653576-449x300.jpg 449w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 899px) 100vw, 899px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9. Experience luxury at the Rosewood Miramar Hotel<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you&#8217;re briefly in town searching for your next home or have family visiting after you&#8217;ve settled, Tracy also recommends a stay at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rosewoodhotels.com\/en\/miramar-beach-montecito\/offers\/suite-sojourn?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=sem&amp;utm_campaign=acr-rwsbm-pmax-conv-prosp&amp;utm_content=suitesojourn&amp;utm_term=na&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw7aqkBhDPARIsAKGa0oJkDmGkOwXC2Dh4CjvZ_X0DCo3Mbmsc9XC0f4aHoVDEvMJ7FNzb8AgaAvkbEALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rosewood Miramar Hotel<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> just outside of Santa Barbara city limits. &#8220;This historic property was recently rebuilt into a glamorous and lavish estate hotel.&#8221; Tracy shares how she&#8217;s often captivated by the fantastic boardwalk views, cocktails, and guest service\u2013claiming that &#8220;it really is the whole experience of the highest-end hotel in Montecito.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Experience a California coastal paradise from the lens of a local. 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