Santa Barbara · Santa Barbara County, CA
Arts & Culture in Santa Barbara
Scout analyzed 79 Santa Barbara places and surfaced the ones that actually fit arts & culture.
Places analyzed
79
Matches
9
Typical spend
—
Typical visit
2 hr
Best neighborhoods for arts & culture
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
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Waterfront
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
Museum preserving the maritime history of the local coast through exhibits, artifacts & events.
Upper East
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
Landmark with various exhibits including regional history, art, a planetarium & a butterfly garden.
Santa Barbara Downtown
Lobero Theatre
California's oldest, continuously-operating theater hosting live concerts, musicians & stage shows.
Arts & Culture
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Polished quarters in a refined hotel on the beach featuring elegant dining, 2 outdoor pools & a spa.
Lower State
MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
Contemporary museum devoted to science, technology & the arts, with a focus on interactive exhibits.
Santa Barbara Downtown
Arlington Theatre
Historic Mission-style theater showcasing first-run films, stand-up comedy & big-name bands.
Santa Barbara Downtown
The Granada Theatre
Historic downtown theater with an opulent, gold-toned interior featuring live music & theater.
Arts & Culture
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Plush, oceanfront quarters in a posh Mediterranean-style resort offering 3 saltwater pools.
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