🌟 Santa Barbara 12-Hour Guide｜Sea Urchin Feast & Coastal Vibes 🐚☀️

Santa Barbara is perfect for relaxing and indulging in fresh seafood! Here’s my one-day itinerary + sea urchin tasting + dessert recommendations! 🦪 Sea Urchin Comparison: 1️⃣ Santa Barbara Fish Market (9 AM–6:30 PM) 📍117 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93109 Tried their sea urchin & scallop combo—the uni was too fishy for me. Not recommended. 2️⃣ Broad Street Oyster Company 🏆 📍418 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 WAY better! Sweet, creamy, and more affordable. Also try their oysters and lobster rolls! 📸 Must-Visit Landmarks: 🏛 Santa Barbara County Courthouse (10 AM–4:30 PM) 📍1100 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Free street parking! Climb to the rooftop for panoramic views of the red-roofed Mediterranean-style town. ✨ 💒 Old Mission Santa Barbara (9 AM–4 PM) 📍2201 Laguna St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 The iconic pink church + stunning rose garden 🌹 🎣 Stearns Wharf Pier (90-min free parking) 📍217 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Perfect for ocean views and fresh seafood! ☕️ Coffee & Desserts: ☕ Turkish Coffee House 🇹🇷 📍1316 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Rich and aromatic traditional coffee! 🍦 McConnell’s Fine Ice Cream 📍728 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 A local legend! Ultra-creamy and flavorful—loved the Strawberry Buttermilk and Chocolate! 🍩 Kin Bakeshop (Near UCSB) 📍Hidden gem! Their matcha latte and black sesame glazed donuts are LIFE-CHANGING! 😍 🌊 Slow down, breathe the ocean air, and savor every moment—this town is pure joy! #SantaBarbara #SeaUrchinLover #SBFoodGuide #CoastalGetaway #UCSB #Highway1