Things to see and do in Santa Barbara

Skater’s Point is right next to the ocean near Stearns Wharf.  (Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times)

Eduarda Lima, left, and Victor Rocha from Brazil enjoy the bike path in Chase Palm Park.  (Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times)

Jonathan Rodriguez enjoys the view of the ocean and a Channel Island from La Mesa Park.  (Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times)

Spectacular views of Santa Barbara can be seen from the Santa Barbara County courthouse clock tower. Admission is free.  (Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times)

A view of the Old Mission Santa Barbara as seen from the courthouse clock tower.  (Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times)

Santa Barbara Museum of Art’s Ludington Court features Roman copies of original Greek art.  (Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times)

Visitors look at modern works of art in an exhibit at the Santa Barbara Museum of Art.  (Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times)

Alioune Kane sells baskets from Ghana at a farmers market.  (Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times)

The Downtown-Waterfront Electric Shuttle is a bargain at 25 cents each way on State Street.  (Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times)