Santa Barbara, CA is a city situated on an east-west trending section of coastline, the only such section on the west coast, between the steep Santa Ynez Mountains and the sea. Due to it's Mediterranean climate, Santa Barbara is called California's "South Coast", and is often casually referred to as the "American Riviera".
In addition to the city's cultural assets, several iconic destinations lie within the city's limits. Mission Santa Barbara, "The Queen of the Missions," is located on a rise about two miles (3 km) inland from the harbor, and is maintained as an active place of worship, sightseeing stop, and national historic landmark. The Santa Barbara County Courthouse, a red tiled Spanish-Moorish structure and the location of our wedding ceremony, provides a sweeping view of the downtown area from its open air tower (see above). The Presidio of Santa Barbara, a Spanish military installation built in 1782, was central to the town's early development and remains an icon of the city's colonial roots and is located just off Santa Barbara's downtown.
Temperatures in Santa Barbara are mild. The chart to your right shows the average temps. In November it can be a mild fall season with temps often reaching mid to high 70s.
We do recommend you check the weather prior to arriving, but expect nice temps and wonderful clear blue skies.
For more on what to do while in Santa Barbara, visit our "Activities" page.
For more information on Santa Barbara, including maps and visitor bureau information: Click Here
Check out the offical guide for Santa Barbara: Click Here
