Santa Barbara Zoo: Giraffes, Condors, Exhibits & Attractions The Santa Barbara Zoo delivers one of the most enjoyable medium-sized zoo experiences in Southern California. Spread across 30 acres of gardens with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, the Andree Clark Bird Refuge, and the Santa Ynez Mountains, this AZA-accredited zoo feels open and uncrowded. Roughly … Continue reading Santa Barbara Zoo Day Trip Guide: Enjoy Family Fun with Ocean Views