We rented buggies to drive around town the weekend we got engaged and had such a blast. The owners are awesome and its one of the best ways to buzz around and see Santa Barbara.
The city is brimming with gorgeous beaches, amazing food, and stunning hikes that will take your breath away. Santa Barbara hiking isn’t what most people would imagine it to be. While the hikes do offer splendid views of the Southern California coastline, there’s so much more to explore – from beautiful waterfalls and hot springs to pristine rock climbing and scrambling areas.
Captain Jack’s offers custom wine tours, beer tours, historical and architectural tours, kayaking, hiking, horseback riding, sailing, and whale watching. The company prides itself in making sure each tour is suited to the individual needs and interests of each guest or group. Captain Jack’s began in 2005 after the founders spent a week in Hawaii engaging in fun-filled adventure tours. Captain Jack’s is now owned and operated by longtime educator and local history lover Meredith Brace.
Loaded with shops and showrooms, restaurants, bars, and coffee shops, State Street is definitely the main artery in town, and using it as a yellow-brick-road of sorts is a sound strategy. On State Street itself, you’ll find plenty of surf shops, as well as the best of the stores and brands you already know and love. Pay a visit to Sevilla Square, where you’ll find plenty of boutiques and places to grab a quick bite. Additionally, you’ll find the entrance to Paseo Nuevo Shopping Center. Continue to follow State Street and you’ll also find small, locally owned retail shops inside La Arcada. This hidden gem is an architectural delight, home to the iconic turtle fountain.