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Located adjacent to Santa Barbara’s vibrant Funk Zone and one block from Union Station, Hotel Californian is just steps from the waterfront and some the city’s most iconic and eclectic local attractions. Discover 37-acres of rare botanical nirvana at Ganna Walska Lotusland, gain firsthand knowledge of the region’s uniquely extensive diversity of grapes and world class wines, and surf Rincon, one of California’s most famous waves. Whether you wish to sip and savor your way through the city or you have your sights set on more extravagant excursions, the expected and unexpected are never far from Hotel Californian.

Those seeking to gain firsthand knowledge of Santa Barbara County’s premier wines and vintners need not venture over the Santa Ynez Mountains to experience their world-renowned excellence. With more than 20 tasting rooms and a plethora of not-to-be-missed dining establishments situated throughout the Funk Zone and Presidio neighborhoods, wine aficionados and foodies may sip and savor their way through the Santa’s Barbara iconic, self-guided Urban Wine Trail.

COLD SPRING ROAD, MONTECITO, CA 93108 | 3.6 MILES

Married six times, four times to wealthy husbands, the lavish promotion of the Polish opera singer’s lackluster career by her fourth husband served as the inspiration of Citizen Kane. Walska, an avid garden enthusiast, also created the Lotusland botanical gardens at her mansion in nearby Montecito. The 37-acre estate is now a rare botanical nirvana featuring an enormous diversity of exotic plants from around the globe.

125 STATE STREET | 2 MINUTE WALK

Open Spring of 2017, the MOXI offers families and thinkers of all ages an opportunity to explore and discover more about the world we inhabit. Conveniently located on lower State Street, this state-of-the-art facility is uniquely equipped to encourage innovation through hands-on experimentation and analysis.

35 STATE STREET, SUITE A, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101 | CALIFORNIAN BUILDING

Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen is a neighborhood favorite. This locally-owned gastropub offers a full spectrum of California’s iconic craft beverages, including thirty rotating craft beer taps, a full bar and a substantial list of California wines. Set in a casual and family-friendly atmosphere, Finney’s starts with local, seasonal ingredients to create a unique menu that pairs seamlessly with its curated craft beverage lists. Come for a drink and a burger, stay to watch the game on big-screen TVs and hang out on the patio steps from the Santa Barbara beachfront.

Hours: 11:00 am – 11:00 pm / Sun-Thurs
11:00 am – 12:00 am / Fri-Sat

Miles off the Santa Barbara Coast, Channel Islands National Park encompasses five of the eight California Channel Islands (Anacapa, Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, San Miguel, and Santa Barbara) and their ocean environment, preserving and protecting a wealth of natural and cultural resources. Bridging two biogeographical provinces and harboring the biological diversity of nearly 2,500 miles of the North American coast, the Channel Islands are home to over 2,000 plant and animal species, 145 of which are found nowhere else in the world.

KNAPP’S CASTLE, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105 | 17 MILES

Built on 160 acres in 1916 by Union Carbide founder, George Owen Knapp, the castle was sold in 1940 to Frances Holden who invited her friend and world famous opera singer, Lotte Lehmann to move in. Shortly after, the mansion was destroyed by a forest fire leaving only the sandstone foundations, fireplace pillars, and walls of the seven original structures. Nestled in the Santa Ynez Mountain near Los Padres National Forest, the seemingly ancient ruins remain a popular destination for hikers and photographers, offering breathtaking views of Lake Cachuma, the Santa Ynez Valley, and the Pacific Ocean.