Images of Old Mission Santa Barbara

Visit

Come experience The Queen of the Missions.

  • Beautiful grounds & vistas
  • Tour the Mission Gardens, Cemetery, Church and Museum
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Learn

The 10th of the California missions, the Santa Barbara Mission was founded by Franciscan Friar Fermín de Lasuén on the Feast of St. Barbara, December 4, 1786.

225 years later, the Mission is still very much alive!  Join us for our 225th Anniversary Celebration Saturday night, Dec. 3, 2011 at 6PM for a commemorative presentation followed by candlelight tours of the museum, live music and reception on the front portico.  All are welcome and tours of the museum, garden and cemetery are free to all on Sat. and Sun. Dec. 3rd and 4th.

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Renew

The Mission Renewal Center hosts group and private retreats.

  • Churches
  • Non-profits
  • Businesses

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Hours

9:00am - 5:00pm daily

Closed: Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day

Tour Prices 

  • $5 adult
  • $4 senior
  • $1 youth 5-15
  • Free under 4

Getting Here

Simply take US-101 to beautiful Santa Barbara.

Map & directions

Students & Teachers

Students: Buy Student Packs in the Gift Shop.

Teachers: See Tours for scheduling your class visit.