There are a number of old buildings and museums to visit, but be forewarned if you expect to eat there is little but Mexican food.
When Sean and Nikki got married in 1998 the family all stayed in old town....so this was my second visit.
including visits to parks and more
Carpenteria State Beach is twelve miles south of Santa Barbara. It's name came from the Portola Exploration of 1769, when members of the expedition named it La Carpenteria, the Carpenter Shop, because the Tomol canoes being constructed by the local Chumash peoples. The beach is known for it's tidepools, surf fishing, terraced bluffs, dunes and swimming opportunities.
The snowman pillow is a perfect addition for cuddling up with a good book or watching a sappy Christmas movie.
It's a little off the beaten path, but I fell in love with this beach. The bridge and the pier of pelicans and cormorants were unique!!
Located at Dana Point, Doheny State Beach, was the first State Beach in the California State Park System. It is a day use surf beach, with a huge lawn and picnic area and is home to a volleyball club. There are nets available for public use here, as well as on many other Southern California beaches.