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Tours & day trips
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Los Angeles Day Trip to Santa Barbara via Oxnard-Amtrak Coast Starlight
Private & custom tours
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Wine Tours of the Santa Ynez Valley
Water activities
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Parasail High Above the Santa Barbara Coast
Classes & workshops
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Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
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Santa Ynez Valley Wine Tour with Lunch & Tastings from SYV
What to do in Goleta
Popular places to visit
University of California, Santa Barbara
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of California, Santa Barbara, during your travels in Goleta. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the biking trails.
El Capitan State Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at El Capitan State Beach during your travels in Goleta? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Refugio State Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Refugio State Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Goleta. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Gaviota Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gaviota Beach during your trip to Gaviota?
Nojoqui Falls Park
Explore the great outdoors at Nojoqui Falls Park, a lovely green space in Goleta. Check out the casinos and wineries in this walkable area.
Gaviota State Park
Explore the great outdoors at Gaviota State Park, a lovely green space in Goleta. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Isla Vista Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Isla Vista Beach during your trip to Goleta?
Sandpiper Golf Club
Play a round of golf in Goleta at Sandpiper Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as biking. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
UC SB Events Center
Catch an event at UC SB Events Center during your trip to Goleta.
