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(805) 682-4713
2201 Laguna
Santa Barbara,
CA
93105
34.4371
-119.7126
Neighborhood: Upper East
Years in business
Established in 2011
Hours:
Monday To Sunday From 09:00 AM To 05:00 PM
Last updated 2.06.12
Category:
Museums, Tours & Excursions, Gift Shops, Catholic Churches, Churches, Missions, Clergy
What People Are Saying About Old Mission Santa Barbara
Featured Review
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In Short – It's rare to find a State Historic Monument that is still in use--and for its original purpose--but that's the case with Old Mission, Santa Barbara. Built in the 18th century and founded on December 4, 1786, the mission has been functioning as a place of worship for over 200 years. As the 10th mission built by the Spanish Franciscans, the mission is closely tied to California history, including that of the Chumash Indians who inhabited the area.
Editor's Tips
- The Extras:
- Guided tours are available with an appointment, but you can wander through the mission and its lush grounds on your own during daytime hours.
08/22/10
DO NOT GET MARRIED THERE!!
by Kmiller7 at Citysearch
Nice Museum, but NOT a place to get married. The staff are terribly rude and miserable people.
11/24/07
Fabulous views of the ocean
by marpop at Citysearch
Recently visited here from L.A. and Ioved the views from the steps of the mission -- so gorgeous to look out onto the huge expanse of trees and ocean. The museum itself is a walk thru history but it's always kind of weird when things like Virgin Mary plaster statues -- that were probably made in China -- are up for sale.
- Pros: Location, history
- Cons: Not sure
