Superior Court Of California County Of Santa Barbara

This is one of the most stunning buildings in the United States! It might sound like an exaggeration, but I truly mean it. Strolling around the exterior reveals countless intricate architectural details, from beautiful stained-glass windows to charming little stone bridges. The interior is even more impressive, featuring long, colonnaded hallways adorned with tapestries and ornate wooden furniture. The mural room, with its breathtaking 360-degree mural, will leave you in awe. You can enter the clock tower for free, and it provides an unobstructed view of Santa Barbara, stretching from the ocean to the mountains—this is when you understand why Santa Barbara is known as the American Riviera! The surrounding gardens are equally magnificent, with tropical palms, lush green grass, and towering redwoods creating a perfect spot for a picnic. From its painted ceilings to its tiled floors, the Santa Barbara County Courthouse is truly a must-visit!

This restaurant is one of my favorite spots in Santa Barbara. The architecture and gardens are stunning, and the clock is definitely my favorite feature!

The restaurant features a stunning building, both inside and out. I highly recommend taking the free tour once the pandemic restrictions are lifted. You'll often see couples taking wedding photos outside. Additionally, the garden is a lovely spot where people can be seen reading, having picnics, walking their dogs, stretching, exercising, or simply relaxing on a blanket. There’s parking available across the street and in a garage that's free for the first 75 minutes.

AMAZING! Our favorite place in Santa Barbara. Not only the building is beautiful both from the outside and the inside, but the gardens that surround it are amazing! Also, we got to go up to the tower and the views from up there are breathtaking. It’s free and open until 4 or so.

Easily one of the best features of Santa Barbra. This building is so pleasing to the eye and the surrounding gardens are beautiful. We visited on a Wednesday and were lucky to have bumped into Barbra at the information desk who has a wealth of knowledge. Great woman and very helpful. It’s a public building meaning you can freely walk around inside and out. We even sat through some live court hearings! Viewing deck at the top is a must.