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El Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park

Tourist attraction

4.5(421 reviews)
Open Open ⋅ Closes 4:30 PM
El Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park

About

Green space featuring a 1782 fortress. Historical site housing remnants of a 1782 Spanish fortress, including 2 original adobe buildings.

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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 El Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park:

  • 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
    123 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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    Phone
    (805) 965-0093
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    Hours
    Monday:10:30 AM–4:30 PM
    Tuesday:10:30 AM–4:30 PM
    Wednesday:10:30 AM–4:30 PM
    Thursday:10:30 AM–4:30 PM
    Friday:10:30 AM–4:30 PM
    Saturday:10:30 AM–4:30 PM
    Sunday:10:30 AM–4:30 PM

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

  • Public restroom: Has public restroom

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids

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