Attractions

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With more than 5 miles of paths and 1,000 kinds of plants, the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden—with its mission to conserve native flora—is a window to the natural environments of Southern California.

Explore the wonders of the natural world at the Santa Barbara Zoo, where the beauty of the wildlife is matched only by the lush grounds and sweeping views. Located just two miles from State Street, this 30-acre park is home to more than 146 species

Founded in 1916 as the Museum of Comparative Oology, the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History has evolved to include more than 3.5 million specimens covering every aspect of natural history—from mammals, birds and marine life to geology