This monument to the St. Francis Dam Disaster pays homage to the motorcycle officers that alerted…read moreSanta Paula residents that a massive wall of water was headed their way. Over 400 people were killed in the dam failure; it may have been worse if the dedicated police had not warned people to move to higher ground. It's fitting that the City of Santa Paula has invested in this memorial to educate and honor folks who cared about public safety and saved so many lives.

Such a cool place and really underrated. The gift shop was really cool but it has been removed…read more Would be cool to see more resources going to a place like this.

Adventuring around town and came across this museum! What a fun place for children to explore and…read morelearn. They have interactive environments with a mock shopping area, bumble bee nest, outdoor garden, tractors and so much more. The guy at the front working was also so nice and informative when I asked alt of questions. Great place to go and learn a little about the history of agriculture! Has some great little items in the shop as well. Highly recommend for a family outing! Overall, 5/5 stars!

Recently renovated- the library looks great! They have computers and printers you can use too. It's…read morea nice little library that has calm vibes and the books are taken care of and orderly. Always find something interesting to check out when I visit!

Several computers are available, and there are lots of tables and chairs with plenty of space. The…read morechildren's section is large. Their reference books are limited and old as are their non fiction selections. If you are looking for fiction, paperbacks, and dvds you will have better luck. Open hours are limited.

The Santa Paula Art Museum is a great place to wander about and explore Santa Paula's depth of…read moreculture. I went for the Botke exhibit in the main room, but really enjoyed seeing the back room exhibit highlighting Dr. Gus Iwasiuk's works. I worked with Dr. Iwasiuk for years, had no idea he was a talented artist as well as a surgeon.

This is a wonderful art museum in Santa Paula. They had art exhibitions for Cornelius Botke and…read moreVladimir and Gosta Iwasiuk. Their artwork are beautiful and amazing, and it showed how talented these artists were. It's not a big museum but nonetheless, a museum worth checking out.

Awesome place to visit if you happen to be here on the 1st Sunday of the month and it's Free!…read moreDonations are always appreciated, you can walk inside some of the hangers that are open. Not all hangers are open but they change depending on the day. Free air plane rides for kids 8-12. Some great history in this small airport, will definitely be back to see what other hangers and planes I can see. Sensory Level would be a 9 for the Airplane noise but there's room for kids to Run outside so that's a +

Fun for the whole family on the First Sunday of every month (weather permitting). First Flights as…read morepassengers are available for young aviation enthusiasts. Each month you may see a featured car club, various local vendors, food trucks. Tours of many of the hangars are available, some holding rare vintage aircraft.

Great stay at Santa Paula Inn! From the moment we booked, everything felt welcoming and easy. The…read morephone reservation was especially pleasant--friendly, courteous, and the owner/manager answered my questions directly (a hospitality level I haven't experienced in years). Arrival was smooth. The half-circle drive off Mill Street is easy to enter and was open when we arrived. The only tip I'd add is once you get past the front area, head toward the rear parking lot for the best flow. Walking up to the front door is charming--Swiss/German country cottage style with historic character, dark wood tones, and shingle siding (with white end units). The lobby setup is warm and inviting, with great lighting and multiple seating areas where you can relax or have a conversation. Check-in was quick and friendly. The staff explained the room ventilation controls and the split cooling system (new technology). The room stayed very quiet and comfortable--our third-floor room cooled to about 65°F each night. The stairs to the third floor were exactly as expected--no elevator--and they felt well designed with consistent tread depth and height. The hallways also have fun movie posters from the 20-60s, which adds personality. We stayed in Room 301, and it was roomy (about 300 sq ft). The room had a chaise lounge with an ottoman, plus a desk and chair. The bathroom layout is a bit old-school, with the sink just outside the bathroom area inside the bedroom, but it worked fine. There's a small step up (around 1 1/2 inches), and the tub/shower and toilet were comfortable and clean. The shower had plenty of hot water. The bed was a highlight--pillow-top comfort with very soft sheets and comforters. The king pillows were large, soft, and easy to adjust (even though I usually prefer smaller ones, these were great). Overall, the room and property felt quiet. It seemed like most guests were in by around 9:00, and we had a peaceful, restful night's sleep. Also worth noting: there are four EV chargers in the rear parking lot for electric vehicle owners. The restaurant looked amazing and smelled great, though we didn't dine this trip--we're planning to next time we fly into Santa Paula Airport. Finally, Monica, the manager, was wonderful--an absolute pleasure to talk with and genuinely kind. And a special thank-you for the complimentary morning coffee and muffins. Highly recommend for anyone who wants comfort, charm, and quiet peace.

We recently stayed at the Glen Tavern Inn and had a mixed experience…read more The highlight was the staff. At check-in, we realized our assigned room was near two very barky dogs, and the front desk was kind and accommodating in relocating us to another room. I think it was even a better room. I appreciated their willingness to help. Unfortunately, the room itself felt more worn than charming. The furniture had visible wear and staining, the ceiling showed patched areas and water stains that really needed a fresh coat of paint, and the overall impression was tired rather than historic. A few relatively simple updates would go a long way toward elevating the experience. The bathroom was tight, and it had a small step up that we kept forgetting about, despite the (small) warning sign. The provided toiletries were among the worst I've encountered at a hotel. I had forgotten my own shampoo and soap and planned to use what was provided, but it was SO bad. The tiny disc of soap did not lather. On the positive side, the property felt safe and the room was clean. The lobby had dark wood and a homey feel. But what could have felt like a charming historic inn instead came across as simply old and overdue for some attention. While I appreciated the friendly service, I wouldn't choose to stay here again until I knew they had made some upgrades. From what I hear, this is the nicest place in Santa Paula, so I guess we would stay in nearby Ojai at a similar price point.

Phillip is an amazing artist really listens to what it is you are looking for and if u are stuck…read moregive him ur ideas and he knocks it out of the park , I haven't been tattooed by any other artist there but that doesn't matter they are all very welcoming and treat u like an old friend . Hands down best experience ever

Friday the 13th and 2/13 Galentine's calls for tats and piercings . I had been wanting new…read morepiercings for awhile and my good friend , thankfully had been wanting one too. Piercings were 20% off. There were flash tats for $80, I believe. Sue was awesome ! The piercings ( I got two) didn't hurt. It's been a few days now and I can say they're healing well. Compared to getting my lobes pierced with a piercing gun, going to Sue is a world of difference. I'll be back for more ... even if a little bit more than going to a Claire's. I love the look of a ton of studs on my ears .. so many more to come! The shop is cool. Not very huge - you felt comfortable as staff is welcoming / nice. I drove from Oxnard to get pierced here as I had been following Sue for a bit on Instagram. She's also a great artist and has the best personality, is professional, keeps her station clean and her hands are light when piercing! Highly rec!

I have found myself in Santa Paula pretty often ! I really enjoy Parque & the different sip n shops…read morehosted by the Main Street business owners! I like the car nights they have as well. I feel SP is starting to change from what I remember but it still holds its charm. I like walking around town and seeing the different murals ! It's such a plus!

Santa Paula sits in the beautiful Santa Clara River Valley and is home to California's newest…read morenature preserve - which was the reason for my visit! I spent about 24 hours in the historic district and make a stop when I'm in the area - lots of cute restaurants and museums. The town calls itself the "Citrus Capital of the World" and agriculture is its main bread and butter. The town is completely surrounded by farmland and ag industry. The Chumash were the first to inhabit the area - then the town had an oil boom in the 1800s. The Union Oil Co's historic headquarters is now home to the town's oil museum. There are several other museums around, including an art museum. The chamber of commerce sits in a cute historic train depot surrounded by a huge park. There are lovely, giant murals everywhere you go in the historic district. A lot of them have to do with agriculture, the early settlers, and the movie industry as it used to also be headquartered here. You'll find the historic (and supposedly very haunted) Glen Tavern Inn in the historic district- Charlie Chaplin stayed there and it's beautifully preserved. Actor Steve McQueen spent the last few years of his life here - and a long list of movies, TV shows, and music videos have been filmed here (see the list on the town's wiki page). The Santa Clara River Preserve is just a few miles away from the historic district and is the newest nature preserve in California- having just opened in early 2024. It's 1000 acres of wild wetland and upland and sits on the river - tons of migratory birds pass through twice a year. It's amazing - highly recommend to any birders out there! Walking around the historic district in the evenings is a bit sketch however - there are lots of unruly, wild and unsupervised teenagers screaming and blocking the sidewalks and various questionable characters milling around - and lots of homeless in the parks. The area surrounding the historic district is very run down and felt extremely unsafe - so I would limit my activities to daytime in the historic district. But I still enjoyed exploring the town and would definitely come back for the museums. Rabalias Cajun restaurant was also fantastic! I'll be stopping there again next time I visit the nature preserve.

This museum is small but packed full of incredibly detailed and interesting displays. The quality…read moreis incredible for the price of admission: free! I was surprised how amazing this place is and how much fun I had exploring the history of Whittier. Although I knew that President Nixon was from Whittier, I still did not expect to see an entire display about his history in Whittier. It was also interesting and very well curated. I can't wait to come back one day for a Haunted Whittier Tour! Instead of donating money to the museum we loaded up on a couple souvenirs instead. This museum is definitely worth a few visits since the displays are constantly changing and evolving.

A lovely museum worth visiting…read more I felt like a kid in a candy store with all the different rooms to explore. My friend and I had a great time and spent about an hour and a half here. Museum is free and there is parking in the back.