A nice and beautiful place to watch a polo game Not as good…read moreas Derby in Kentucky The management is kind of chaos A lot of people are here The service here for sure needs more improvements But glad they are close enough to the Santa Barbara to get some sea food

I attended a private event that included a polo match. The chairs set at the tables for the event…read morewere covered in dirt. Some of the dirt was so thick, we could not wipe it off with napkins. The event bartender lacked class. I ordered a sparkling water. He placed the can in front of me, unopened. I asked if I could have it in a cup. He placed the cup next to the can instead of opening the can and pouring the beverage into the cup. I did it myself. While at the bar getting sparkling water, I decided I may as well order a beer. The bartender placed the bottle of beer in front of me. I asked that he put the beer in a cup. Again, he placed the cup in front of me so that I could serve myself. To make matters worse, everyone talked about how tacky it was that the bartender had his phone on the bar with his bar code showing for people to scan for tips. I'm sure gratuity was included in the event fee. Besides, why tip someone who's too lazy to pour a beverage into a cup. Running out of food also didn't help.

Took the kids here today and it was 100% worth the 1.5 hour drive from LA. MOXI is super hands-on…read moreand perfect for kids to just explore and play without getting bored. Every exhibit actually keeps them engaged not just looking, but doing. The interactive tables (like the spinning drum and dice games) were a hit. My kids didn't want to leave and kept going back to the same stations. It's also really clean, organized, and easy to navigate even with little ones. Pricing was reasonable for what you get abbout $25 for adults, $20 for kids, and under 2 is free, which is nice. Staff was friendly and everything felt well-maintained. You can tell they designed this place with kids in mind but adults still have fun too. Definitely a solid family day trip spot from LA. Would come back again

Pros: Close to the train stop…read more Lots of interactive activities Sensory cave to help battle overstimulation Cons: Not good for infants and toddlers. The lactation pod was super loud and not a great place to pump, luckily had the sensory cave. Their infant and toddler room is for walkers only because they don't close it off and make people take their shoes off so definitely not okay for babies like they claim who need a clean environment. Also very little toys. Better if you can already climb and walk. Expensive! They have a 90 mile rule for using reciprocal kids museums and Pasadena's Kidspace is 89 miles away. $25 an adult is not worth it for the parents of a non crawler.

We came here to see our favorite comedian Trevor Noah at this beautiful outdoor concert venue. We…read morelistened to our hotel valet to park our car in the neighborhood near the high school and did a mild hike up the hills. They provide trolley rides for guests to get to the actual venue. They have concession stands to sell foods, beers and wines. We'd just had dinner so we just got some mead, seltzer, wine & sparkling water to enjoy. Our seats were among the first few rows on the side. The view was awesome and easy for me get out for restroom trips. The restrooms were very spacious and clean. The show was amazing, the one and only Trevor Noah never disappoints! The staff were friendly and helpful throughout the event. It got chilly at sundown, glad we brought a light jacket to keep warm. We enjoyed our comedy show so much and we loved this beautiful venue as well!

Fantastic venue, wonderful staff and killer views of the stage and SB! We stayed off State Street…read moreand walked to avoid car traffic. It was a super easy and beautiful walk. The staff is super friendly, upbeat and quick to help and give suggestions. The grounds are well managed and there's a nice area at the top to take photos all the way to the ocean. We loved our pulled pork sandwiche and cheese plate. You can bring up to 1 Ltr of water in a sealed plastic water bottle. Our seats were 4th row and amazing sound and experience! Well worth the drive up from OC!

The Coral Casino has created an incredible mix of serious swimming/treatments/social elements which…read moreare an absolute DELIGHT! The team there led by Nash and Hannah is first rate and the services to members delivered with smiles, competently.

What a beautiful location! It's truly a stunning setting and so close to the ocean. They have a…read morelive camera view of the ocean as well, which is quite amusing and creative, since the Pacific is right there. The menu itself was a little sparse and lacking in imagination, but it is the peaceful ambience and exclusivity that make it special. I simply ordered the salmon, which is funny because everyone else at the table ordered salmon too. I think this would be the right club for someone who enjoys swimming, exercise, privacy, and a quiet atmosphere in a newly reimagined space...but maybe not necessarily for gourmands. That said, it is still a special place!

Had such a fun time at the aquarium! The staff were super nice and welcoming from the moment we…read morewalked in. Everyone was helpful, answering questions and explaining things without making it feel rushed. You can tell they actually enjoy what they do. It's also really affordable, which makes it such a good activity whether you're with friends, family, or on a date. For the price, you honestly get a lot out of it. The best part was definitely the touch tanks. We got to touch sharks, starfish, and sea anemones, which was such a cool experience. Feeling the smooth skin of the sharks and the slightly sticky texture of the anemones was actually so interesting. The staff guide you on how to gently interact with them, so it feels safe for both you and the animals. The whole place has a chill, coastal vibe that makes it really enjoyable to walk through. It's not overwhelmingly big, so you can take your time at each exhibit and actually read about the sea life. There's such a variety of colorful fish and marine animals, and it's fun seeing everything up close. Overall, such a wholesome and interactive experience. Cheap, hands-on, and run by genuinely kind people. Definitely worth visiting if you're in the area.

Very underwhelming and much smaller than expected. My 5-year-old got bored quickly and we were in…read moreand out in about 20 minutes. On the positive side, the staff was friendly and the blue whale replica hanging from the ceiling is pretty cool. We happened to go on a free day, which was great, because in my opinion it wouldn't have been worth paying $17 per adult. Tips for parking: 90 minutes free and $4 per hour thereafter. You can also find parking on the street, but it's a bit tough (typically 90 minutes). Overall, 3 stars. Not terrible, but not something I'd recommend unless it's a free day and you're already in the area.

Love love love! Easy to spend the day here and I recommend…read moreit. But also fairly easy to get to, so it's perfect for a meditative reset time in the middle of a busy day. This space is so special. Lots to explore. Lots to learn. Lots of care and love here. Don't want to say too much. Just go and see and be surrounded by the trees, flowers, rocks, peace, and magic. Fantastic gift shop too!

My son and I have been here to this Botanic Garden twice before about 10 years ago and decided to…read morerevisit it this morning on our trip to Santa Barbara. We headed over around 11:30AM, right after checking out from our hotel. They are celebrating their 100th Anniversary. WOW!! Admission is $25 for adults and a bit pricey for what you get, in my opinion. It's definitely a beautiful place full of nature, greenery, fresh air, peace and zen. I was a little disappointed at the lack of flowers in the whole property. There were only some poppies on the meadow where you walk in and that was it. I also didn't like how there are literally no rangers or anyone to help you around the trails. I understand you are just on your own, but it's dangerous that there's no one to help you if something goes wrong. No First Aid Kit, either. I also remember them having a big, beautiful waterfall on the trail and it wasn't there this time. Why? They have free parking and there are some restrooms at the entrance and we saw one on the trail. They have a very nice gift shop with some snacks/refreshments, books, magnets, shirts, candles, artificially looking flowers, etc... We bought few gifts that my son and I liked. Got a nice fresh, clean scented Mango/Pineapple candle, ($25), an organic rose water spray to splash all over your body ($17), an interesting cooler can with crystal water that keeps your water cold in the fridge ($8). A 16 oz. can & a tiny white heart shaped magnet ($5.20), insanely expansive! I may or may not revisit in the future.

This visit with friends was to share time fireside, share some nice food and cocktails. Montecito…read moreClub is one of the most exquisitely decorated spaces I have ever visited. The attention to detail with decor and vibe was unmatched. The sweeping views of Montecito, Santa Barbara and three Channel Islands (Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa & San Miguel) was incredible! The food and service were excellent! Our group shared wood fired pizza, bone marrow, salad, Alaskan Halibut & Steak. Eating family style ensured us all a wealth of amazing flavors and was a delicious dinner! Will be back again to play some golf and then relax poolside!

Best place in the world ! Love watching movies here in the theatre and sitting at the bar !read more

A tiny rose garden in front of the Old Mission of Santa Barbara. Great place for picnic or just…read morelaying down to enjoy the sun. Not many types of rose trees, but it's worth a visit. There's limited space for parking, we have to park on the street at the neighborhood.