Things to do in Santa Maria

Activities, attractions and tours

Santa Maria
Central California featuring farmland, tranquil scenes and mountains
Santa Maria
Santa Maria
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What to do in Santa Maria

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Santa Maria Fairpark

Take the family on an outing to Santa Maria Fairpark during your trip to Santa Maria. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Santa Maria Fairpark

Zaca Mesa Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Zaca Mesa Winery during your travels to Santa Maria. Visit the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Zaca Mesa Winery

Marian Regional Medical Center

If Marian Regional Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Santa Maria.

Marian Regional Medical Center

Demetria Estate Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Demetria Estate Winery during your travels to Santa Maria. Visit the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Demetria Estate Winery

Santa Maria Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Orcutt at Santa Maria Country Club. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Santa Maria Country Club

Boomers! Santa Maria

You can take time to visit Boomers! Santa Maria during your travels to Santa Maria. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Boomers! Santa Maria

Presqu'ile Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Presqu'ile Winery during your travels to Santa Maria. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Presqu'ile Winery

Santa Maria Valley Historical Society

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Santa Maria Valley Historical Society in Santa Maria. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Santa Maria Valley Historical Society

Rancho Bowl

You can enjoy the entertainment at Rancho Bowl during your travels to Santa Maria. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Rancho Bowl

 

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Frequently asked questions

Is Santa Maria worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Santa Maria is explore Boomers! Santa Maria. Check this top sight off your itinerary, then discover more of this area's history and culture.
How do I spend a day in Santa Maria?
Kick-start your day with a visit to Boomers! Santa Maria and Santa Maria Valley Historical Society. Then, check out other areas of Santa Maria for a quick bite and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Santa Maria?
The top tourist attraction in Santa Maria is Boomers! Santa Maria, so be sure to add it to your sightseeing list.
Is three days enough to stay in Santa Maria?
Three days in Santa Maria is enough to visit the city's leading attractions. Many guests stay for two days on average. Boomers! Santa Maria, Santa Maria Valley Historical Society and Rancho Bowl are highly rated sights. Want to discover more? Hang around a little longer to visit nearby hotspots such as San Luis Obispo.
What are some activities to do in Santa Maria with kids?
Whether you're holidaying with young explorers or adventure-seeking teens, a fun-filled itinerary sets the tone for a great escape. Browse our recommendations for what to do in Santa Maria with kids.

What to do in Santa Maria for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or outdoor adventurer, there are plenty of things to do in Santa Maria for adults including Presqu'ile Winery and Bien Nacido Vineyards.
Are there free things to do in Santa Maria?
From checking out parks to strolling around exciting neighbourhoods, it's a breeze to discover free things to do in Santa Maria. If you're in need of ideas, ask a local tour guide for recommendations. Santa Maria Valley Historical Society is a must for anyone wishing to save on their sightseeing activities.