Botanical Garden
Santa Barbara Botanic Garden
54 locals recommend ·
About this place
The Santa Barbara Botanic Garden fosters the conservation of California's native plants through our gardens, research and education, and serves as a role model of sustainable practices.
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Maya
July 11, 2019
Well laid out gardens representing many different eco systems of California. Peaceful and delightful.
Valerie
May 27, 2019
Take a self-guided tour through these beautiful gardens.
Terrie
April 02, 2019
A botanists delight. Up in Mission Canyon and near the other hikes recommended.
Brett & Anna
February 17, 2019
The Santa Barbara Botanic Garden is a living museum dedicated to research, education and conservation of California native plants. Admission is $14 for adults and $8 for children under the age of 17.
Crescent
September 19, 2018
Beautiful plants, scenery and a view of the Mission Dam and Aqueduct built by Chumash Indians in 1806. Open rain or shine. Admission is $12 for adults.
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| Location 1212 Mission Canyon Road Santa Barbara, CA 93105 | ||
Phone+1 805-682-4726 | ||
Websitesbbg.org |
Hours of Operation statusClosed · Opens Tuesday 9:00 AM |