App self-guided tour Santa Bárbara – California – Santa Barbara, California
EXPERIENCE
Main attractions:
Santa Barbara Mission: Founded in 1786, it is known as “The Queen of the Missions” for its impressive beauty and is a key place to understand the history of the Spanish missions in California.
State Street and Paseo Nuevo: The vibrant heart of Santa Barbara, ideal for shopping, dining, and local entertainment. Stroll along the main street to discover boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants offering everything from gourmet cuisine to simple local dishes.
Santa Barbara County Courthouse: A magnificent Spanish Colonial-style building that offers panoramic views of the city from its publicly accessible clock tower.
Stearns Wharf and the waterfront: Explore the oldest continuously used wharf on the West Coast, enjoy fresh seafood food, and soak up the views of the ocean and mountains.
Curiosities:
Renaissance Architecture: After the 1925 earthquake, the city adopted a uniform aesthetic in Spanish Colonial style, giving Santa Barbara its distinctive and cohesive character seen today.
The Annual Fiesta Festival: Each year, Santa Barbara celebrates its cultural heritage with a vibrant festival that includes music, dance, and traditional Spanish and Mexican food.
Did you know…?
Birthplace of the environmental movement: The 1969 oil spill off the coast of Santa Barbara catalyzed the modern environmental movement in the US and led to the creation of Earth Day.
North Hollywood: In the 1910s and 1920s, before Hollywood became the epicenter of the film industry, Santa Barbara was home to some of the first motion pictures and film studios.
A tour of Santa Barbara not only offers beautiful scenery and architecture, but also a deep dive into the rich cultural history and environmental conservation efforts that have defined the city over the years.
HIGHLIGHTS
State Street and Paseo Nuevo: The vibrant heart of Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Mission Founded in 1786, it is known as The Queen of the Missions
Explore the oldest continuously used wharf on the West Coast
Discover more exciting & fun things to do in Santa Barbara