Visitors to the Santa Barbara Courthouse can tour its halls, the Sunken Garden and see a 360-degree view of the city from the clock tower. Credit: Daniel Green / Noozhawk photo This is one in a series ...

This is one in a series of stories exploring things to do in communities across Santa Barbara County. It’s a starting point ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: Public facilities are limited but Coast Village Road is only a five-minute walk away and has food, drink and retail vendors if you need something to eat or are in search of a ...

Santa Barbara's most famous avenue, State Street, is the heart of the city. It cuts through downtown for 10 car-free blocks and leads right onto Stearns Wharf. It's nearly impossible to miss with its ...

SANTA BARBARA TRAVE GUIDE: In this Santa Barbara tour we show you around all of the region. We take you to State Street, the old Santa Barbara mission, Presidio, some of the beaches and then head over ...

Santa Barbara, aka: “The American Riviera”, has long been known as a great beach destination, but where are the best beaches in Santa Barbara for families? The area has become quite well known thanks ...