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Echoes of Yesteryear: A Historic Stroll, Santa Barbara, California

Echoes of Yesteryear: A Historic Stroll

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This is a stroll past Santa Barbara's old adobes, large courthouses, and hidden courtyards, each tied to the city's Spanish and Californio history and the local stories that go with them.

Along the way

1
El Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic ParkExplore the site of the original Spanish fortress, dating back to 1782.
2
Casa de la GuerraStep into the preserved adobe home of José de la Guerra, a prominent figure in early Santa Barbara.
3
Santa Barbara County CourthouseMarvel at the stunning Spanish-Moorish architecture of this National Historic Landmark.
4
La Arcada CourtDiscover this charming, historic outdoor passageway, a hidden gem connecting State Street to Figueroa.
5
El Paseo (Paseo de la Guerra)Wander through El Paseo, a beautiful historic courtyard and shopping arcade built around the original Casa de la Guerra.
6
Santa Barbara Historical MuseumDelve deeper into Santa Barbara's past at this museum, housing extensive collections and two historic adobes.

The route

Distance2.3 km
Walking≈ 32 min
Running≈ 14 min
Climb↑ 13 m
RouteCircular

A 2.3 km circular route from Santa Barbara to walk, run or cycle, with 13 m of climbing.

Elevation↑ 13 m in total

Before you go

StartEl Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park, 123 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101Open the start in Maps →
FinishBack where you started

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