Meoweler
United States

Santa Barbara / Catch waves, not feelings

MeowScore 😻91/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😻
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

June

Warm weather and summer solstice parade.🌞🎉

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january

Visit Santa Barbara for its beautiful beaches and whale watching during migration season.🐳

🎭
february

Experience the Santa Barbara International Film Festival and enjoy the sunny weather.☀️🎥

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march

Celebrate the arrival of spring with a visit to the beautiful gardens in Santa Barbara.🌷

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april

Enjoy the annual Earth Day festival and explore the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History.🌎

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may

Taste the local wines at the Santa Barbara Wine Festival and go hiking in the nearby mountains.🍷🏔️

🌞
june

Visit the summer solstice parade and enjoy the warm weather on Santa Barbara's beaches.🏖️

🎇
july

Celebrate Independence Day in Santa Barbara with a fireworks show over the harbor.🎆

🎊
august

Relax on Santa Barbara's beaches and attend the Old Spanish Days Fiesta parade.🌊🎉

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september

Experience the Santa Barbara International Half Marathon and explore the city's museums.🏃‍♀️🏛️

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october

Enjoy the pumpkin patches and Halloween festivities in Santa Barbara.🎃

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november

Attend the Santa Barbara International Film Festival and enjoy the mild weather.🎥

🎅
december

Experience the Christmas lights and holiday festivities in Santa Barbara.🎄🎁

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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From a visiting cat's perspective, Santa Barbara appears to have a moderate economy with some pricey shopping options.

Stay near the beach for more affordable shopping and dining options. Avoid the high-end stores on State Street.

Usual visit duration

3-5 days

beaches and wine-tasting

Usual visit duration

3-5 days

beaches and wine-tasting

Santa Barbara has scenic views with outdoor activities, and is known for its wineries.

Tipping

15-20%

Standard tipping practice, common for most services.

Tipping

15-20%

Standard tipping practice, common for most services.

Most restaurants accept credit cards. Splitting the bill is common and expected. Tip should be left on table or added to card.

internet situation

great Speed

Good for most tasks, but not the fastest.

great Availability

Reliable access from major providers.

great Cellular

Strong coverage from major carriers.

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

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biking possible

Many bike lanes

walkable

Pedestrian-friendly streets

LGBTQ friendly

Progressive coastal city

One cat sunbathes on the warm sand, while another perches atop palm trees with a view of the ocean.

The felines feel fancy exploring the charming downtown, cruising the streets with all four paws.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Butterfly Beach
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Santa Barbara County Courthouse
🌺
Old Mission Santa Barbara
🦁
Santa Barbara Zoo
🐟
Stearns Wharf

The mainstream

🌅
Butterfly Beach

One of the most beautiful beaches in Santa Barbara. Cats can relax on the sand, watch dolphins frolic in the water, and enjoy the sunset over the Pacific.

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📸
Santa Barbara County Courthouse

A stunning Spanish-style courthouse with unique architectural features, including a tower with a 360-degree view of the city. A great spot for photo-ops!

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🌺
Old Mission Santa Barbara

A historic mission featuring beautiful gardens and a museum. Cats can learn about the area's Chumash history and enjoy panoramic views of the city.

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🦁
Santa Barbara Zoo

Cats can admire over 160 species of animals, including exotic felines, at this seaside zoo. Watch out for pesky monkeys who like to steal cat treats!

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🐟
Stearns Wharf

The oldest working wharf in California. Cats can walk along the boardwalk, shop at souvenir stores, and eat at seafood restaurants. A purrfect spot for fishing enthusiasts!

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Off the beaten path

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The Lizard's Mouth
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The Secret Swing
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The Cat's Pajamas
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Stearns Wharf Underwater Park
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The Cat Therapy Room

Off the beaten path

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The Lizard's Mouth

Hike through a rocky terrain and find a giant natural stone structure with a view that's absolutely purrfect. 🦎🗻

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The Secret Swing

Swing high above the city with panoramic views of Santa Barbara. It's a pawsitively breathtaking experience! 🌅🌴

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The Cat's Pajamas

This vintage store is a meowvelous treasure trove of unique finds. It's a paw-some place to spend an afternoon browsing. 👗👒

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Stearns Wharf Underwater Park

Dive into a world of underwater wonders just off the coast of the pier. Perfect for adventurous cats looking for a thrill! 🌊🐠

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🐾
The Cat Therapy Room

Relax and unwind in the company of cats at this cozy little spot. The purring will have you feline fine in no time. 🐈❤️

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biking possible

Many bike lanes

walkable

Pedestrian-friendly streets

LGBTQ friendly

Progressive coastal city

Mindful meoweler tips

Enjoy stunning ocean views and Santa Barbara's famous architecture

Stroll along State Street and explore the Funk Zone for art galleries, wine-tasting, and local boutiques

Don't miss out on the unique culinary scene

Try locally grown avocado and farmer's market fresh oysters

Visit the Mission and take in Santa Barbara's history

Learn about the Spanish colonial era and the local Chumash Indians

Useful external sites

www.visitsantabarbaraca.com

Visit Santa Barbara↗

Official tourism website for Santa Barbara

www.sbzoo.org

Santa Barbara Zoo↗

Website for the Santa Barbara Zoo

www.santabarbaracourthouse.org

Santa Barbara County Courthouse↗

Website for the Santa Barbara County Courthouse, a tourist attraction

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