Let the ocean breeze free your soul. Photo Credit: Instagram fan shannontbrooks

With so much to see and do in Santa Barbara, your instinct may be to hop in your car each morning without even thinking about it. But luckily for you, the city boasts a number of care-free ways to get around and explore; each of which offers their own unique brand of fun, and none of which involve parking meters. Check 'em out! Photo Credit: J. Sinclair

It’s known as a sport for the soul, and when you paddle out in Santa Barbara, you’ll quickly see why. The surfing in Santa Barbara allows for some of the best in California, with something for every skill level. Photo Credit: Gabriela Herman

The gem of California's Central Coast is known for its pristine beaches, red-tiled roofs, white stucco walls, and welcoming spirit.

Ripe and ready for harvest, there's no place like like Santa Ynez Valley for an experience among the vines. Photo Credit: Instagram @little_donutz

Let your cares sail away during an afternoon on the water. Photo Credit: Gabriela Herman

Pedal through paradise when cycling your way to Butterfly Beach. Photo Credit: Cecilia Rosell

Savor the coastal views, The Urban Wine trail, or the morning’s farm-to-table brunch. Explore shops tucked below unmistakable red tile roofs, then revitalize with energizing, local music or a handcrafted cocktail. Get lost in the unexpected, inviting culture of The American Riviera®. Lift spirits. Savor moments. Miss nothing.

Conquer the day on foot, bicycle or boat, then revitalize beneath distinctive red tile roofs with a handcrafted cocktail. The American Riviera® unfolds where the distinctive Santa Ynez mountain range reaches east-to-west, cascading into a south-facing Pacific coastline with Channel Islands National Park just beyond. Get lost in the unexpected, inviting culture of The American Riviera®. Lift spirits. Savor moments. Miss nothing.

The American Riviera® invites you to settle in and stay a while. Savor distinctive wines while enjoying a personal tour of the vineyards. Embrace an escape where a storied Spanish colonial heritage mixes with modern art and dances under unmistakablered tile roofs. Soak up coastal views at the nearby polo fields, shaking hands with the local players. Take it all in. Relax longer. Miss nothing.

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Located within the Arlington Plaza, breakfast is always done right at Renaud's Patisserie. Photo Credit: Instagram @arlingtonplazasb

Gorgeous ocean views, diverse terrain, and a delightfully mild climate make Santa Barbara an ideal place for a bike ride. Photo Credit: Instagram fan @jesslitras

For an advanced, but scenic, Santa Barbara hike, head to the hills for Gibraltar Trail. Photo Credit: Instagram @anoblevision

Nothing "stacks" up to the pancakes at Smithy Santa Barbara. Photo Credit: Instagram @irenecheneats

Discover a majestic California landscape, where the distinctive Santa Ynez mountain range reaches east-to-west, cascading into asouth-facing Pacific coastline. Mingle with elegant wine and rich culture beneath distinctive red tile roofs. The American Riviera®welcomes you with the unexpected and leaves you feeling revived. Explore more. Miss nothing. Plan your escape.

Seaside bliss, lined with palm trees and an ocean breeze in Montecito. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @lomograham

Head to Santa Maria Valley, where wine country is done differently. Photo Credit: Santa Maria Valley

Part global import showcase, part spiritual oasis, Sacred Space is the kind of place you could spend hours admiring the “treasures from heaven available on Earth,” as their motto says. Photo Credit: Instagram fan @mahgey

For your next Santa Barbara getaway, Pacific Crest Hotel offers guests warm hospitality, a great location, and a safe and enjoyable stay. Photo Credit: Instagram fan @jesslitras

Meet new friends at the Santa Barbara Zoo and explore hands-on exhibits at the MOXI museum. Plan an afternoon escape alonga majestic California coastline where mountains meet the sea, with Channel Islands National Park just beyond. After a leisurelybike tour, elevate your evening beneath distinctive red tile roofs, where acclaimed restaurants prepare family-style feasts pairedwith bold wines. The American Riviera® welcomes you with the unexpected and leaves you feeling revived. Create memories.Spark smiles.

Elevate your afternoon with family-style feasts prepared by renowned chefs beneath distinctive red-tile roofs. Meet new friendsat the Santa Barbara Zoo and explore hands-on exhibits at the MOXI museum. Plan an afternoon bike tour along a majestic California coastline where mountains meet the sea, with Channel Islands National Park just beyond. The American Riviera®welcomes you with the unexpected and leaves you feeling revived. Create memories. Spark smiles.

Ready for your next vacation? It's smooth sailing in The American Riviera. Photo Credit: Instagram @eyeseesb

Celebrate your next special day with a boho birthday picnic above the clouds in Santa Ynez Valley. Photo Credit: Instagram @santabarbarapicnicco

Spacious outdoor seating so you can continue to savor J. Wilkes all summer long. Photo Credit: j.wilkeswines via Instagram

Hike up to Lizard's Mouth, where breathtaking views are just the start. Pack a picnic or go rock climbing, and simply let the beauty surround you. Photo Credit: Instagram @drastik805

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With 6 different markets to choose from each week, take your pick on which day and location to visit. No matter where you choose, you’re always guaranteed the freshest produce around. Photo Credit: Instagram @yummymummykitchen

Locals and visitors alike flock to Mesa Lane for long walks on the beach and breathtaking views of the Pacific. Photo Credit: Instagram @thomasgrahamvisuals

The wide open country roads of Santa Ynez Valley are the path to your next vacation. Photo Credit: Instagram @alexahope

Spend some time in Solvang, the Danish village nestled in the Santa Ynez Valley that looks and smells like Christmas year-round, with twinkling lights at night and baked goods served fresh every morning. Photo Credit: Instagram @nelly1809

When paddling in Santa Barbara, glide through the coastline in style with Paddle Sports Center. Photo Credit: Cecilia Rosell

Elevate your sniff, swirl and sip experience to a new standard of memorable, with these anything-but-ordinary ways to wine when you’re on The American Riviera®. Photo Credit: Demetria Estate Winery

With its Spanish tiles, sunken garden, and observation tower, the Santa Barbara County Courthouse is considered by many to be the country's most beautiful government building. Photo Credit: Gabriela Herman

Along the bluffs and beaches of the Gaviota coast lies a resort of stunning natural beauty and relaxed luxury. Photo Credit: Blake Bronstad

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Ride through the vines with Vino Vaqueros. Photo Credit: Instagram @vinovaqueros

Aebleskiver, a Danish delicacy that's a must-try when visiting. Photo Credit: Instagram @@theresa_gingras

Goleta is well suited to an action-packed guys' getaway when the line-up calls for equal parts adventure, entertainment and refreshment.

The “Tugboat” with fried chicken at The Shop Kitchen. Trust us friends, breakfast doesn’t get better than this. Photo Credit: Instagram @hungryinlove

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Big Eye Raw Bar taking lunch goals to a whole new level with poke bowls at the Santa Barbara Public Market. Photo Credit: Instagram @santabarbarapublicmarket

Explore 5 miles of easy trails in this 78-acre wild crafted garden designed completely with California native plants. Photo Credit: Instagram @jennifersyltie

When visiting Santa Barbara, a day trip to Los Olivos is an absolute must. And so are these oysters for The Bear and Star. Photo Credit: Instagram @losangelesfoodiegirl

Wander through a 37-acre botanical nirvana at Ganna Walska Lotusland. Photo Credit: Blake Bronstad

Daydream turned reality. A beautiful lane of mature sycamore trees adorned with magical crystal chandeliers at Whispering Rose Ranch. Photo Credit: Instagram @johnandcolettephoto

Cocktails always taste better at The Lark.Pictured is the California Rattlesnake - fennel infused rye, yellow chartreuse, cardamom, maple, lemon, egg white. Photo Credit: Instagram @Thelark

Kayaking is the best way to see The Channel Islands up-close and personal. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @sbadventure

Vibrant flowers for sale at the Santa Barbara Farmers Market.

Choose all of your favorite dishes when enjoying brunch at Les Marchands. Photo Credit: Instagram @lesmarchandssb

With over 300 days of sunshine per year, almost every day is a beach day in sunny Santa Barbara. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @posesawkwardly

A bike ride during golden hour in Santa Barbara. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @barretoa15

There's wine in all directions in Santa Barbara's Presidio Neighborhood. Photo Credit: Instagram @downtownsantabarbara

Best seat in the house to capture sunrises and sunsets atop the scenic Santa Barbara sea cliffs! Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @chantellepeek

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Spanish style for miles and miles in Santa Barbara. Photo Credit: Image by Instagram Fan @teamjzpr

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This delicious, seaside meal, brought to you by Angel Oak at Bacara Resort protected]

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Red-tiles for miles when viewing 360 degree city views from the Santa Barbara Courthouse Clock Tower. Photo Credit: Instagram @jorge_decorral

Cheers to a vacation in Santa Barbara with a Rosemary Ruby Red protected]

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A good way to spend a quiet afternoon along the Santa Barbara Harbor, site seeing and enjoying the local catch. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @chell__seaa

Banana Kahlua French Toast at Jeannine's Bakery protected]

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Delectable food and cocktails over lunch are the perfect way to spend a Saturday afternoon. S.Y. Kitchen does it right. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @wanderandwine

Explore wine country by Tesla with Sustainable Vine. Photo Credit: Instagram @sustainablevine

The first fruit of the 2015 harvest at Babcock Winery. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @babcockwinery

Explore the front side of the Santa Ynez mountains overlooking Santa Barbara. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @SBFittours

Surrounding yourself with sunshine, beach breezes and palm tree views at the Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara is always a great way to spend a day on the coast. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @fssantabarbara

Start your morning right with Eggs Norwegian from Jeannine's Bakery especially at Hitching Post II. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @hitchingpost2

Biking along the beach in Santa Barbara provides the perfect backdrop. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @wanderandwine

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Don’t let the number of steps scare you! This path to Mesa Lane will lead you straight to a beachfront paradise. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @kylec_photo

Enjoy a taste of Italy at Olio Pizzeria Enoteca & Bar. More in the mood for pasta? Don't fear! The formal Italian dining is just around the corner at Olio Limone. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @oliosantabarbara

Kayak through the kelp forests of the Channel Islands National Park. This unique location is home to both warm water currents from the South and cold water currents from the North. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @SBAdventure

Rent a paddle board and SUP into the sunset at one of Santa Barbara's beaches. Photo Credit: Kristen Harmony

Sunshine, wine and good company... It doesn't get any better than this. Photo Credit: Image by Instagram Fan @alexahope805

Each night in Santa Barbara, there's a performance that is free and bound to take your breath away. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @posesawkwardly

Downtown Santa Barbara is lined with red-tiled roofs for miles and miles. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @o0orangeliu

The Lark's take on sea urchin, a local Santa Barbara delicacy. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @TheLarkSB

See the glow of State Street after dark in downtown Santa Barbara. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @itsmerigie

Moutain bike through the hills of Santa Barbara with Santa Barbara Fitness Tours' team. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @SBFittours

It's the little details that make Santa Barbara unique, such as the red-tiled roofs that are peppered throughout the city. Photo Credit: Brianne Limani

Cheers to a sun-filled vacation in Santa Barbara spent atop the Canary Hotel's rooftop with bubbles and Bloody Mary's. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @canaryhotel

For those days when you need a little sunshine and a beach day, head to Leadbetter Beach. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @lexibrookephotography

Along the shores of Butterfly Beach, visitors are invited to view color-filled sunsets. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @lomograham

Cheers to "wine-ding" down on Wednesdays at Les Marchands. Photo Credit: Instagram @lesmarchandssb

Chef Rosner's beautiful salads are always fresh, bright and tasty at Wine Cask. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @winecask

Santa Barbara sunrises are always worth waking up for. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @margs_85

Spend a winter weekend sipping cocktails, ocean-side at Four Seasons The Biltmore Santa Barbara. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @sbkatieg

A vacation that’s actually fun for the whole family is a rare thing indeed. Santa Barbara has loads of attractions and outdoor opportunities that will satisfy kids big and small. Photo Credit: Gabriela Herman

Dive into a locally sourced seafood platter at one of Santa Barbara's many seafood restaurants. Photo Credit: Instagram @312food

From sunrise to sunset, the Santa Barbara Harbor is an escape for your soul. Photo Credit: Instagram fan @lexibrookephotography

Soak up the sun a little longer when dining in the sunshine. Photo Credit: J. Sinclair

Santa Barbara's Farmers Market offers some of the freshest produce on the West Coast and an incredible selection of local goods.

The lights of Santa Barbara shine bright along the waterfront. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @luketyreephotography

Head to East Beach for a view of where the mountains meet the sea. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @gone_travelynn

A new favorite at Empty Bowl Noodle in the Santa Barbara Public Market. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @emptybowlnoodle

Wellness is easy when Santa Barbara is your backdrop. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @clairespiration

Admire the sunrise along the bluffs at Douglas Family Preserve. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @ShannonTBrooks

It's easy to be a happy camper with views like this. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @erikirelandolsen

This mouth watering dish comes with a melange of wild mushrooms, toasted almonds, red peppers, carrots, zucchini, red and green cabbage, surrounded by fresh capri tomatoes, avocados and crispy wontons. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @opal_sb

When you're driving along Cabrillo Boulevard make sure to look both ways. Otherwise, you'll miss backdrops like this. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @noahds

Central Coast cuisine at Barbareño in downtown Santa Barbara. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @barbareno_sb

Need a gift for friends and family back home? Walk along Stearns Wharf to shop seaside merchants. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @gone_travelynn

There's nothing better than going to Sunday brunch in Santa Barbara. Especially, when your food looks like this. Photo Credit: Instagram @312Food

A picturesque setting for your next wine country experience. Photo Credit: zacamesawinery via Instagram

Surfers catch a break at Hammonds Beach in Goleta. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @nicole.d.photos

Walk along the coast and under Stearns Wharf for a new Santa Barbara perspective. Photo Credit: Facebook Fan Steve Turner

Let the steps at Mesa Lane lead you to beach front paradise that's perfect for watching a sunset. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @_michelleguzman

Along bustling Cabrillo Blvd, the waterfront is Santa Barbara's greatest gathering place. Photo Credit: Gabriela Herman

Local produce is easy to find at these Santa Barbara Farmer's Markets. Photo Credit: J. Sinclair

Sometimes, all you need is a perfect wave and a colorful sunset. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @scubawalker

Here, palm trees bend in the breeze and hundreds of boats bob in the harbor. Uncover all of the possibilities of activities along the waterfront. Photo Credit: Mark Weber

There's not better hour than golden hour at area beaches in Santa Barbara. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @gone_travelynn

Admire the iconic Spanish-style buildings and red-tiled roofs during your stay at one of Santa Barbara's inns or bed and breakfasts. Photo Credit: Mark Weber

During your next family vacation, treat the kids to surf or SUP or surf lessons at Butterfly Beach. Photo Credit: Gabriela Herman

Get the best seat in the house when surfing at sunset in Santa Barbara. Photo Credit: Instagram Fan @gone_travelynn

The fantastic Spanish-Moorish style mural room in the Santa Barbara Courthouse delights the eye with exuberant displays of brilliant colored tiles and cinematic murals in some of its historic rooms. Photo Credit: Mark Weber