Quick Summary: Goleta is a fun place for a family holiday. One of the most unique and interesting things you can do while there is to go see the migrating Monarch butterflies at Goleta Butterfly Grove or the Coronado Butterfly Preserve. Visitors also enjoy spending the day outdoors at Goleta Beach or going on a brewery tour with Rock Star Trolley. With wide open beaches and several hidden gems like souvenir stores and restaurants, Goleta is sure to be enjoyed by everyone in the family.


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Goleta Beach

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Goleta Butterfly Grove

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Circle Bar B Guest Ranch & Stables

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Coronado Butterfly Preserve

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Rancho La Patera & Stow House

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South Coast Railroad Museum

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Coal Oil Point Natural Reserve

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Draughtsmen Aleworks

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Ice in Paradise

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Arroyo Hondo Vista Point

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Goleta Point

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Silver Peak Wilderness

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Rock Star Trolley

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The Bistro at Bacara

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Kyle's Kitchen

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Jane at The Marketplace

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Bowlero

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