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What to See & Do in Santa Barbara

Even if you are in Santa Barbara for just a day there will be so much you can do: shopping, dining, sightseeing and theatrical entertainment are just the beginning.  Take in some ocean activities such as scuba diving, dinner cruises, or sailing.  You can spend some time at one of Santa Barbara's world famous beaches, take a tour tasting wine made by on of the 56 distinguished wineries, or take in a performance by the Santa Barbara Civic Light Opera.  We are quite sure no matter what you choose you are sure to enjoy yourself. 
Activities & Attractions
Santa Barbara Museum of Art - The Santa Barbara Museum of Art, one of southern California’s finest art museums, features nationally recognized collections and special exhibitions of international importance. Highlights of the museum’s remarkable permanent collection include antiquities; 19th-century French, British, and American art; 20th-century and contemporary European, North American and Latin American art; Asian art; photography, and works on paper. Recent special exhibitions of significance include Nam June Paik: Video Art Pioneer, Copy Work: The Dictionary Pages and Other Diversions by Gilles Barbier, and The Jefferson Suites: An Audio-Visual Installation by Carrie Mae Weems. Museum visitors will also enjoy the interactive children’s gallery, the café and the Museum Store. Phone: 805-963-4364
Sport Fishing - Don't miss this unique opportunity to go sport fishing while you're in Santa Barbara.  Sea Landing offers several different fishing trips.  All vessels are available for charter. 
Whale Watching - On the Condor--great narrated trips let you see whales, dolphins, seal lions with a friendly & competent crew--fun & educational for all!
Scuba Diving - Come join us on one of  our "Live-Aboard" dive boats for a dive adventure you'll never forget. Our vessels were designed and custom  built specifically for divers.  Our captains and crews are expert divers who will take you to  different locations throughout the day.  Come aboard for a fun and memorable experience with Sea Landing. 
Sunset Cruises - Dining, Dancing, Cock- tails at Sunset aboard the 88 ft. Condor all while cruising along the  beautiful Santa Barbara coastline. Trips run from 7pm to 10pm--with advance reservations required.
Channel Islands - The islands of Santa Barbara, Anacapa, Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, and San Miguel have been preserved as a National Park.  Just a couple of  hours by boat off the coast of Santa Barbara,, these islands are available for you to experience and enjoy. Sea Landing  is providing one and multi-day excursions to these islands aboard their comfortable, well-equipped vessels--with quality accommodations . Call for reservations !!!
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History - Located in historic Mission Canyon, the Museum of Natural History is one of the most beautiful small museums in the United States because of its natural setting and Spanish style structures and grounds. The Museum offers a close look at the story of the region's birth, geology and minerals, native wildlife, rich marine life and the culture of the Chumash Indians . Features include a 72-foot blue whale skeleton, the region's only public planetarium and observatory , a creek-side setting and a multicultural and science gift shop.
The Karpeles Manuscript Library - preserves the largest private collection of original Manuscripts in the world. The museum is open daily from 10 AM to 4 PM and all of the Karpeles Manuscript Library services are free.
The Sea Center - Visit the Sea Center on historic Steams Wharf, touch living ocean creatures, and look through the window facing the Santa Barbara Channel. See some of the creatures that live in the Santa Barbara Channel in the many aquariums. You will also see a life sized whale skeleton hanging from the ceiling.

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