Old Mission Santa Barbara

(805) 682-4713

2201 Laguna
Santa Barbara, CA 93105 34.4371 -119.7126

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Neighborhood: Upper East

santabarbaramission.org

Years in business

Established in 2011

Hours:

Monday To Sunday From 09:00 AM To 05:00 PM

Last updated 2.06.12

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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.

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Guided tours are available with an appointment, but you can wander through the mission and its lush grounds on your own during daytime hours.
1 Star Rating: Poor

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.

4 Star Rating: Recommended

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
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