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Review:
East Beach is a world-famous volleyball beach in Santa Barbara, flanked by some of the city's most beautiful and luxurious resorts. The beach, which is separated from nearby West Beach by the bustling Stearns Wharf, offers ideal amenities for a family day outside, including children's play areas, rollerblading paths, and lifeguards staffed on duty daily during the summer months.
Kayaking, windsurfing, paddleboarding, and sailing are popular watersports, with rentals available through East Beach Rentals. A plethora of family-friendly activities are offered at Stearns Wharf, including the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History's Sea Center, which offers a 1,500-gallon tide pool and a shark touch tank. Afterwards, kids can try delicious specialty candies at Mother Stearns Candy Company or choose from 32 flavors at the Great Pacific Ice Cream Company. Map
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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