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Old Mission Santa Barbara

Mission

4.6(4813 reviews)
Open Open ⋅ Closes 4 PM
Old Mission Santa Barbara

About

18th-century Spanish mission & gardens. Landmark 1786 Spanish mission with period art & artifacts, gardens with ocean views & a gift shop.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Old Mission Santa Barbara:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    2201 Laguna St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
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    Phone
    (805) 682-4713
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    Hours
    Monday:9:30 AM–4 PM
    Tuesday:9:30 AM–4 PM
    Wednesday:9:30 AM–4 PM
    Thursday:9:30 AM–4 PM
    Friday:9:30 AM–4 PM
    Saturday:9:30 AM–4 PM
    Sunday:9:30 AM–4 PM

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Accessibility

  • Assistive hearing loop: Has assistive hearing loop
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

  • Restroom: Has restroom

Parking

  • Free parking garage: Free parking garage
  • Free parking lot: Free parking lot
  • Free street parking: Free street parking
  • On-site parking: On-site parking

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