Santa Barbara Courthouse
Courthouse and Historic and Protected Site
Santa Barbara Downtown, Santa Barbara
"Go up the clock tower for a great view of ocean and mountains!"(5 Tips)
"... as you walk down the stairs."(5 Tips)
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Katherine WertheimFebruary 20, 2013Until 4:45 pm every day, you can take an elevator to the top of the tower. They've also opened a marvelous gallery to view the inside of the clock mechanism.
Pavan KulkarniJuly 3, 2016Stunning views of the city from the viewing tower and the most beautiful spanish interior architecture you can ever see. Go b4 few minutes of clock striking every hour to see the mechanical clock
Aidan SmithAugust 10, 2014Well-kept grass area which is nice for lounging or a picnic. The architecture is beautiful. There are a lot of kids here, which can either be positive or negative.- Matt RJuly 11, 2017Check out the amazing views from the clock tower, the mural room on 2nd floor, and the beautiful tile work. Clock tower closes early so get there early in the day.
Alexia CardenasNovember 8, 2015The views are beautiful and the tour goes over a lot of the architecture of the building. It is a really beautiful place. Be sure to go when the Clock Gallery is open!- Doc SearlsJanuary 9, 2020Take the elevator to the top, take in the views in all four directions, and then enjoy what you fine on all the floors as you walk down the stairs.
If you want to get a 360 degree view of the city, get on the elevator adjacent to the information booth. There is also a hidden staircase behind a door next to the elevator.
When you have a Court Date & they say they're open from 8-3pm. That doesn't mean you can go anytime you want. Get there @ 7:30am & say a few Hail Mary's.
- Built in 1929, the courthouse used to also be the city jail. Parking along the street, or at the public parking adjacent to the library is free up to 75 minutes.
ELS Language CentersJuly 27, 2012One of the most beautiful government buildings in the United States! Go on a free tour & go up to the top of the tower, best free view of downtown Santa Barbara. Also home to many popular events.
Visit Santa BarbaraJuly 9, 2012Start here and take the self-guided Red Tile Walking Tour of Santa Barbara! Download the podcast for an outdoor tour of the city’s architectural history: http://tinyurl.com/7uod2ps
Silvia Butta CaliceApril 14, 2016Beautiful piece of history in the middle of Santa Barbara! It's free
VNovember 25, 2012You can now see the clock gears and one of the original bells below the stairs that leads to the tower.
Santa BarbaraJune 4, 2012Ride the elevator to the top of the Santa Barbara County Courthouse for 360-degree views of downtown.
TamaraAugust 12, 2012Viewing station closes at 4:45. Don't head up the stairs unless you have time because it WILL be locked.
Joel CampbellApril 28, 2010If you have Jury Duty show up early and park at the Garden Lot well worth it! If not you either pay for parking or have to walk 6 blocks.
Viva la fiesta! Old Spanish days first weekend of August!! Beware of confetti and drunk people on this weekend!
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Santa Barbara Courthouse
1100 Anacapa St (at E Anapamu St)
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
United States
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
United States
Open until 5:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Sat–Sun
- 10:00 AM–4:30 PM
(805) 962-6464
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