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A Photographer’s Lifestyle Guide to Santa Barbara, USA
Santa Barbara is one of the most charming cities in California. A seaside town, it is a gorgeous place to wind down and enjoy the California weather. It’s got funk, beautiful Spanish-style architecture, and is surrounded by nature on all sides which you can explore with your Lomography film camera!
Stearn’s Wharf, the pier located at the end of State Street, is California’s oldest working wharf and is the best spot to take your chosen Lomography camera to capture the gorgeous hues of the blue Pacific. You’ll find some fun stores and an ice cream store as well if you walk out on the pier! Photo by reverte
217 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA
Walking down State Street is perfect for an afternoon of shopping, eating and museums. It is a ten-block, pedestrian-only zone and has some great vintage shops where you might even find an antique camera or roll of film. Walk down to the end for a bustling night scene and sight-seeing! Photo by zaneisme
651 Paseo Nuevo, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA
The Santa Barbara Botanic Gardens located in Mission Canyon are just six miles outside of downtown Santa Barbara and are home to more than 1,000 species of native Californian plants. There are over five miles of walking trails so there is plenty to explore. Take your LomoChrome Purple film to capture the vivid colors and get some cool effects! Photo by twonapsaday
1212 Mission Canyon Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA
One of Santa Barbara’s most beautiful buildings, the Mission Santa Barbara is known as the “Queen of the Missions“ for its beauty. The 15-acres overlook the Pacific Ocean and sometimes host some fun art events! Photo by coyotebob
2201 Laguna St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA
The Granada Theatre is a historical icon located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara. A premier performing arts venue, the theatre has hosted everyone from Led Zepplin to classical orchestras. Stop in and see a show or just to admire the gorgeous facade and golden interior. Photo by vicuna
1214 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA
Solvang is the perfect day trip out of Santa Barbara. Located in the Santa Ynez and about a 45-minute drive from downtown, this cute Danish village is full of pastry shops, souvenirs and dining. Check out one of the eight historical museums to learn more about the town. Photo by blueskyandhardrock
Solvang, CA 93463, USA
Stop by OstrichLand USA on your way to Solvang to meet some Ostriches and Emus. A very unique experience indeed, take your ActionSampler or the Spinner 360° to capture shots of the largest bird on Earth. Photo by satomi
610 E Hwy 246, Solvang, CA 93463, USA
Santa Barbara is of course, a beautiful coastal town. Spend a day at Butterfly Beach, located just in the neighboring town of Montecito and walk along the sand, or go swimming! The water tends to be cold here, and some areas are rocky so grab your water shoes also. The bike path is bordered by flowers and known for drawing a butterfly or two, hence its name. Photo by tyson_blades
Museums, Art, Photography and Culture in Santa Barbara
We’ve curated a list of our favorite museums, art galleries and cultural landmarks in Santa Barbara to give you an exhaustive guide to the best creative hot-spots to visit on your trip.
Santa Barbara Museum of Art This museum houses a beautiful array of French, British, American and Japanese art spanning over 4,000 years. With both temporary exhibitions and a permanent collection, there is always something new to see here! Conveniently located on State Street, head there after for some vintage shopping and dining.
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum Located in the Naval Reserve Center, this museum illustrates the exploration of the Santa Barbara Channel. It features interactive exhibits, artifacts and films. Learn more about Santa Barbara’s relationship with the ocean and seafaring.
Casa del Herrero Spanish for “House of the Blacksmith,” this Casa was created as a family retreat for an industrialist, and is now a nonprofit organization and museum open to the public. The house has lush grounds as well as 16th to 18th-century art, furniture, books and more! There are some gorgeous opportunities for a photo as well.
Street Photography & Lomography Film Community Scene in Santa Barbara
The wealth of knowledge and experience that comes from the Lomography Community is simply unrivaled. In this section we share some of our communities top-tips about Santa Barbara. This includes their favorite locations for visiting and photographing and some invaluable tips on shooting in analogue. We will also showcase some of our most inspiring Santa Barbara-based LomoHomes and Partners.
Santa Barbara Zoo Meet some monkeys and flamingos at the zoo. Take your LomoChrome Turquoise for some fun effects of the animals!
Freebirds Located in the college town of Isla Vista, and eleven miles from downtown Santa Barbara, this beloved institution opened six years before Chipotle unveiled its foil-wrapped burritos. Journey here for some amazing nachos or a burrito, then walk over to the UC Santa Barbara campus to check out the grounds.
The Funk Zone Full of warehouses converted to restaurants and vintage stores, as well as some epic graffiti murals, this district is located right next to the Amtrak station. Stop by for some fun sightseeing and peek into a few art galleries!
Got a favorite photo gallery, hidden photo spot or local tip we haven’t covered in this city guide? Help us make this the best analogue travel companion! Send your suggestions to travel@lomography.com and we’ll take a look.
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