Mission Santa Barbara Queen of the Missions California State Historic Landmark

Mission Santa Barbara Queen of the Missions

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The Santa Barbara Mission is one of the most beautiful in California and was established in 1786. Today the church and gardens are one of Santa Barbara's most visited attractions. Visitors can take self-guided tours daily 9am-5pm. Docent tours for schools and other groups are arranged by appointment. The tours are $4.00 for adults and begin in the gift shop. Of all the California missions, only the chapel at Mission Santa Barbara has two matching bell towers. Found on the surrounding grounds are the ruins of the original water system including including aqueducts and reservoirs. With it's extensive gardens, historical charm and ideal Santa Barbara location a trip to the mission makes a perfect Southern California day trip. While in town you might also enjoy visiting the Santa Barbara Zoo. Reserve a Santa Barbara area Hotel for your vacation or extended day trip.

Mission Santa Barbara

California State historic landmark

Mission Rose Garden

The tenth California Mission

Chapel Mission Santa Barbara

World famous twin bell towers

Queen of the Missions

Father Junípero Serra Cross

State Historic Landmark Plaque: "Santa Barbara Mission was founded December 4, 1786. Portions of five units of its extensive water works, built by Indian labor, are preserved in this park, a filter house, Spanish grist mill, sections of aqueducts, and two reservoirs. The larger reservoir, built in 1806, is used today as part of the city water system. Ruins of the pottery kiln and tanning vats are here, also. The fountain and lavadero are nearby in front of the Old Mission. A dam, built in 1807, is located in the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, one and one-half miles up Mission Canyon."

Santa Barbara Mission 2201 Laguna Street Santa Barbara, CA 93105 map