Santa Barbara, California, is known as one of the most popular tourist destinations in the United States for its beaches, beaches, and more beaches. The Santa Barbara coast is known as the "American Riviera," which is why it is also called "Riviera Beach."

The city is obviously close to the ocean, which results in warmer winters and cooler summers compared to places further inland. Sometimes snow falls from the mountains, maybe every three years, but it rarely lasts longer than a few days. Be prepared for coastal weather, which can typically mean cool breezes and low temperatures in the evening.

Downtown Santa Barbara is the perfect summer destination.

Normally it takes two hours to get from L.A. to Santa Barbara since the journey is only 100 miles, but depending on traffic, it may take longer. You can use a car to drive through the city and make as many stops as you like, or you can take a guided tour and let them do the work.

Santa Barbara is a prime beachfront town in California, and it feels like that's generally reflected in the prices. What immediately feels like no other part is the noble atmosphere, as it is quite relaxed.

There are a number of wineries in the city and also some incredible places to eat and drink. Many of the restaurants offer incredible dishes and offer a more casual atmosphere. There's also the Santa Barbara International Film Festival and a Summer Solstice Parade each year.

The Santa Barbara Botanical Garden is an accredited museum and botanical garden, one of the largest botanical gardens in the country. It is a top tourist attraction and is a living museum where research-based collections are on display, and you can see the native plants of California in beautiful surroundings. Lotus Land is home to a large collection of exotic plants, such as wildflowers, shrubs, trees, and flowers.

The Mission Santa Barbara, a Spanish mission complex and chapel, built in 1820, was a central part of the early development of the city and is still a symbol of the city's colonial roots. Architect Charles Willard Moore called it "the greatest Spanish colonial structure ever built," and it remains a central part of Santa Barbara's architectural heritage. It remains one of the most beautiful churches in California.