It was Julia Childs’ go-to Mexican spot when she lived here. This hole-in-the-wall spot is a local favorite.
Top tip: Looking for a bucket list Mexican food experience? Eat at La Taqueria on La Superica on Milpas. Or cycle on a beautiful beachfront bike path from downtown up to the UCSB campus in Isla Vista.
Have a drink at El Presidio Hotel for views of the city from Santa Barbara’s Riviera.Ĭhoose from beaches galore here. Or, drive 20 minutes up into scenic Santa Ynez Valley tucked in the hills between Santa Barbara and Paso Robles for world-class central coast wines.Ĭatch the Solstice Festival in June for a one-of-a-kind parade. Things to do in Santa Barbara: Love wine tasting? Head directly to the Funk Zone right downtown.
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The Spanish-style cabana is clean, comfortable, and full of charm.” -Ana I., Jan 2021Ĭheck price and availability at Cabana Las Flores in Santa Barbara here. Guest review: “Beautiful, cozy cabana nestled in a peaceful garden serenaded by chirping birds and the soothing sounds of a lagoon waterfall. Or stay at Cabana Las Floras, a tropical cabana paradise on 1.5 acres nestled into the Montecito foothills with exotic plants and flowers. Where to stay: Brisas Del Mar Inn at the Beach is near Stearns Wharf and just two blocks from beaches with a gym, pool, and free bike rentals. (There’s a reason Oprah Winfrey and Prince Harry have homes here.) For a small town, it’s also got a first-class foodie scene. Why I love it: Santa Barbara is compact, walkable, and oozes unpretentious charm. I’ve been in love with magical Santa Barbara since I was an undergraduate at UCSB 30 years ago! Plus, there are plenty of great day trips from Santa Barbara if you have more than a weekend here. You can drive or even do it as a short flight from San Diego as there’s an airport there. Santa Barbara is a jewel of a little coastal town in Southern California and makes a perfect romantic weekend getaway from San Diego. Sequoia National Park-to Ogle Giant Redwoods Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico-for Wine Tasting
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