summer: 23C, winter: 18C
USD $12 - 25
subway/bus $2.00
Santa Barbara, California is often referred to as the American Riviera because of its year-round perfect weather, ocean views, artsy culture, high-end shopping and fine wine and food. Santa Barbara combines the cultural and recreational offerings of a major city with the warm, friendly, and relaxed atmosphere of a small town. Throughout Santa Barbara there are fascinating things to see and do. Visitors enjoy fine food at top-rated restaurants. Activities such as surfing and kayaking at the beautiful beaches are great for those who are eager to experience Santa Barbara’s active outdoor culture. Santa Barbara is easy to travel on foot or bike and the beautiful view and Mediterranean climate make either option very enjoyable.
ACTIVITIES IN SANTA BARBARA
- State Street and Camino Real
- Goleta and Isla Vista
- UCSB
- El Capitan and Downtown Beaches
- Santa Barbara Museum of Art
- Santa Barbara Mission
- Sports on Downtown Beach
- Kayaking in the Channel Islands
- Camarilo Outlets
- San Francisco
- San Simeon (Hearst Castle)
- San Diego
- Los Angeles
SANTA BARBARA MAP: ELC SANTA BARBARA
SANTA BARBARA TRAVEL GUIDE: ELC SANTA BARBARA
Students who enroll at ELC Santa Barbara benefit from studying and living in an energetic, beautiful city that offers endless outdoor activities perfect weather. ELC Santa Barbara is located in the vibrant arts and cultural area, close to the beach and world-famous Stearns Wharf. Just around the corner delightful art galleries, boutiques, bookstores, and sidewalk restaurants and cafes line cosmopolitan State Street. Students who study at ELC Santa Barbara learn English while enjoying the social and cultural events that this beautiful beach city offers.
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- Wide range of outdoor activities including hiking, surfing, tennis, kayaking, and snorkeling
- Beautiful beaches and majestic mountains
- Historic landmarks and museums
- Educational community surrounding the University of California at Santa Barbara
- Famous shops and restourants of Paseo Nuevo and State Street
- Breathtaking Channel Islands
- Excursions to Los Angeles, and more
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location fact file
- Wide range of outdoor activities including hiking, surfing, tennis, kayaking, and snorkeling
- Beautiful beaches and majestic mountains
- Historic landmarks and museums
- Educational community surrounding the University of California at Santa Barbara
- Famous shops and restourants of Paseo Nuevo and State Street
- Breathtaking Channel Islands
- Excursions to Los Angeles, and more