Outdoor cactus garden offers unique cactus varieties and peaceful atmosphere with benches for relaxation. Glowing Christmas lights create a beautiful, quiet setting after dark. On-site chocolate factory provides free tastings and showcases chocolate-making, including alcohol-infused chocolates and optional wine pairings.
Multiple paths through the garden are wheelchair accessible and the chocolate visitor center is also easy to navigate with a wheelchair or scooter. The garden is stroller and wheelchair friendly and well maintained for accessibility.
A small candy factory uses all natural ingredients to make dark chocolates. Visitors can watch the candy-making process and buy treats from the gift store, though the candy is pricey.
"I loved the combination of the chocolate and the botanical garden experience."
"The Christmas lights on the cactus are really interesting."
"The candy here is delicious, especially the chocolates."
Good to know
The Christmas lights display runs from early November to early January after dark.
There is a $2 entry fee during the holidays, payable by cash or card.
Expect a 30-minute wait for entry during the Christmas Lights event.
Candy store offers huge variety of sweets, sodas, and novelty gifts in a spacious, colorful setting. Atmosphere feels fun and nostalgic, with a lively vibe suitable for all ages. Attached ice cream parlor adds to the unique experience.
Wheelchair friendly layout allows easy movement inside. Navigation with a walker works well. Parking has no handicapped spots and very limited spaces.
Offers a huge variety of candies including gum, gummies, chocolates, sour, and hard candies. Features a $5 fill-a-box candy buffet with many options and a selection of unique sodas.
Good to know
The $5 fill-a-box candy deal allows for self-service with many options.
The $5 box is approximately 4x4x1.75 inches and can be filled well.
The shop offers a huge variety of candies and sodas, including unique items.
Fourteen interactive rooms offer colorful, Instagrammable spaces with free ice cream at multiple stations. Loud music and many children create a lively, energetic atmosphere. Creative exhibits include a sprinkle pool and a massive slide, making the experience playful and immersive.
Elevators and ramps provide wheelchair access throughout the space. Interactive games and activities include options for small children and wheelchair users to participate.
Unlimited ice cream and cotton candy create a sweet, playful experience. The cotton candy offers a light, sugary contrast to the rich ice cream flavors.
Good to know
You should reserve your tickets in advance.
The cost is $60 per person.
Tickets must be purchased ahead of time and online.
Three-story candy store filled with colorful M&M displays and interactive stations offers a playful atmosphere perfect for families and kids. Visitors can create personalized M&Ms and enjoy photo opportunities with giant character statues. The space combines bright visuals with a fun, lighthearted vibe.
Elevators provide access to all floors, making the store easy to navigate. The accessible restroom includes a baby changing station, but lines can form since many use it. Access roads to the stadium are also more accessible.
A three-story candy store offers a mix-and-match M&M section where you create your own blend by weight. Personalized candies with faces printed on them add a unique touch, alongside a candy wall filled with thousands of colorful M&Ms.
Good to know
Expect a 40-minute wait in line for personalizing items.
Prices are significantly higher than grocery stores, with two plastic boxes costing $32.
M&M's World is open daily from 9 AM to midnight.
Huge supermarket with wide aisles and a bulk foods area where shoppers can measure and bag their own portions of coffee, nuts, and more. The atmosphere feels like a friendly warehouse store with 24/7 hours, making it convenient and relaxed for all types of shoppers.
Wide aisles allow easy movement with wheelchairs or carts. Multiple electric carts serve those with mobility issues. A key from customer service is required to use these carts.
A large bulk section offers a wide variety of popular candy alongside nuts, grains, and spices. Prices for candy and other bulk items stay very low compared to pre-packaged options.
Good to know
WinCo Foods is open 24/7, making it convenient for late-night shoppers.
The store does not accept credit cards; cash and debit are preferred.
Expect busy shopping times around 10pm on weekdays.
Long wooden pier offers stunning ocean and mountain views with a calm, relaxed atmosphere. Activities include fishing, paddleboarding, and kayaking, alongside fresh seafood dining and art displays. The place draws a steady flow of people enjoying both peaceful scenery and active waterfront recreation.
Driving on the pier allows for handicap accessibility and parking includes free handicap spots. However, uneven pier boards make wheelchair or walker navigation difficult.
A good candy shop offers a variety of sweets at good prices. It stands out as a favorite spot among the touristy shops.
Good to know
Parking is free for the first 90 minutes at Pier Santa Barbara.
Live music events occur regularly at the pier, especially on weekends.
Happy hour specials are available at various restaurants on the pier.