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Santa Barbara County Courthouse Frommer's Highly Recommended

1100 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA

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Hours Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; Sat-Sun and holidays 10am-4:30pm
Phone 805/962-6464
Web site www.santabarbaracourthouse.org
Prices Free admission

Review of Santa Barbara County Courthouse

Built in 1929, this grand "palace" is considered the local flagship of Spanish colonial revival architecture (you've undoubtedly seen its facade on TV during the Michael Jackson trial). It's certainly the most flamboyant example, with impressive facades, beamed ceilings, striking murals, an 85-foot-high observation clock tower, and formal sunken gardens. Free guided tours are offered on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday at 10:30am.

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