Things To Do
Stearns Wharf
Be sure to check out the heart of Santa Barbara, Stearns Wharf. Dine at the local seafood restaurants (Santa Barbara Fish Market at the end of the wharf is a fav casual spot!), sip a glass of local wine at Deep Sea Winery or learn more about our local ocean ecosystem at the Santa Barbara Sea Center.
Brophy Bros.
The best fresh and local seafood spot in town! It's often packed so throw your name on the waiting list and walk along the harbor breakwater and back while you wait!
Old Mission Santa Barbara 1786
Known as the "Queen of the Missions", be sure to explore the historic Santa Barbara Mission and its surrounding floral gardens. The lawn and gardens across the street are perfect for an afternoon picnic.
Santa Barbara County Courthouse Gardens
A very special place for us - we eloped in the Courthouse Sunken Gardens last October! Open to the public, you can spend plenty of time wandering the interiors of the beautiful Spanish style courthouse building as well as the surrounding lush gardens.
Shoreline Park
Ocean front park perfect for a leisurely walk or picnic! You can find us here most weekend mornings walking with a cup of local coffee.
The Funk Zone
Formerly filled with artist studios, this funky downtown area is filled with breweries, wine tasting rooms, coffee shops, eateries and boutique shops. This is the locals place to be on sunny weekends in Santa Barbara.
Mony's Mexican Food
Our hands down favorite Mexican restaurant in Santa Barbara. Order Francesca's favorite the shrimp burrito or try and beat Julien's record of 9 tacos in one sitting. Don't be surprised if you find yourself coming back here multiple times during your visit!
Dart Coffee Co
One of our favorite local coffee shops located in the Funk Zone. Order your coffee to go and walk across the street to savor your latte or Americano within the cute Dart Coffee Garden.
Third Window Brewing
Local watering hole serving SB brews on tap as well as delicious smash burgers on weekends.
Hook & Press Donuts
Artisanal donut shop with seasonal rotating flavors. Don't miss their incredible breakfast sandwiches!
Channel Islands Surfboards Flagship Store Santa Barbara
Julien's favorite place in all of Santa Barbara. Channel Islands flagship store filled with casual beach apparel and his favorite, surfboards.
Surf N Wear's Beach House
The location of Francesca's first job! A Santa Barbara staple filled with beach wears, accessories, footwear, wetsuits and surfboards.
McConnell's Fine Ice Creams
Longstanding best ice cream in town. Sample the sea salt cream + cookies or a personal favorite, sweet cream caramel brownie!
Santa Barbara Public Market
Collective eatery with a wide variety of cuisine options to choose from! Favorites include Corazon, Empty Bowl and Rori's Creamery.
Inspiration Point
Medium difficulty out and back hike that takes you to a beautiful vista point overlooking all of Santa Barbara and the surrounding coastline. Wear athletic shoes and bring plenty of water if you decide to make the trip!
Chaucer's Books
Every local's favorite book store. Get lost in the stacks including sections dedicated to local interests and authors.
Jalama Beach County Park
If you have a car, highly recommend making the drive out to Jalama Beach near Lompoc (about a 45 minute drive from Santa Barbara). One of our favorite places to camp (they have a few beach front sites on the sand!) and where we got engaged. Make sure to get one of the world famous Jalama Burgers!