Arlington West, Santa Barbara

Name: Arlington West
Address: Santa Barbara, United States

#43 among attractions in Santa Barbara

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Facts and practical information

Arlington West is a series of projects in coastal California intended to draw public attention to, and to open a discourse on the subject of both military and civilian deaths during the invasion and occupation of Iraq in the early 21st century. The projects, consisting of symbolic grave markers established at beaches, have been implemented at beaches in Santa Barbara, Santa Monica, San Diego, and elsewhere. There is also a similar, but differently named Lafayette Hillside Memorial in the San Francisco Bay Area. ()

Coordinates: 34°24'41"N, 119°41'20"W

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Arlington West – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Maritime Museum, Santa Barbara Historical Museum, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, Museum of Contemporary Art.

0.6 miSW
Museum, Children's museum, Specialty museum
Maritime Museum, Santa Barbara
15 min walk • Nestled along the picturesque waterfront of Santa Barbara, the Maritime Museum is a treasure trove for those captivated by the allure of the sea and its history. This museum in Santa Barbara, California, offers a deep dive into the maritime heritage of the region...
0.8 miNW
Museum, History museum
Santa Barbara Historical Museum, Santa Barbara
22 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara, the Santa Barbara Historical Museum stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of history that has shaped this picturesque coastal city. Located in the city’s historic district, this museum is a treasure trove for those eager...
~970 ftE
Aquarium, Natural history museum, Zoo
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, Santa Barbara
5 min walk • Nestled on the picturesque shores of Santa Barbara, the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center offers an immersive experience into the wonders of ocean life. This interactive museum invites visitors to explore the rich marine ecosystem of the Santa Barbara...
0.8 miNW
Museum, Art museum
Museum of Contemporary Art, Santa Barbara
20 min walk • The Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara, a contemporary art museum, is at Santa Barbara, United States. As a non-profit and non-collecting organization, the MCASB aims at displaying, expressing, discovering, and exploring the potential of the art and design in this era.
0.4 miNE
Park
East Beach, Santa Barbara
12 min walk • East Beach located in Santa Barbara, California, United States, is often the first beach seen upon entering the city limits. East Beach is separated from West Beach by Stearn's Wharf, and is proximal to downtown Santa Barbara.
0.8 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Paseo Nuevo Mall, Santa Barbara
21 min walk • Paseo Nuevo is an 458,000-square-foot open-air shopping center in downtown Santa Barbara, California.
~720 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum
Santa Barbara Surfing Museum, Santa Barbara
4 min walk • Santa Barbara Surfing Museum was a museum to the sport of surfing at 16 1/2 Herlena Avenue in Santa Barbara, California. It was established by Jim O'Mahoney and opened in 1992.
~660 ftE
Piers and boardwalks, Beach
Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara
4 min walk • Stearns Wharf is a pier at the cross section of the end of State Street and Cabrillo, in the harbor in Santa Barbara, California, United States. When completed In 1872, it became the longest deep-water pier between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Named for its builder, local lumberman John P.
0.6 miNW
Music venue, Nightlife, Spanish colonial revival architecture
Arlington Theatre, Santa Barbara
17 min walk • The Arlington Theatre is the largest movie theater and principal performing arts venue in Santa Barbara, California, United States. In addition to regular screenings and artists, it is home to many events associated with the annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival.
~1450 ftSW
34°24'30"N • 119°41'31"W
Condor Express Whale Watching, Santa Barbara
7 min walk • Dolphin and whale watching, Boat tours, Outdoor activities
~1700 ftNW
Tree
Moreton Bay Fig Tree, Santa Barbara
9 min walk • Santa Barbara's Moreton Bay Fig Tree located in Santa Barbara, California is believed to be the largest Ficus macrophylla in the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Arlington West?

Nearby attractions include West Beach, Santa Barbara (2 min walk), Veterans' Memorial Building Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara (3 min walk), Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara (4 min walk), Santa Barbara Surfing Museum, Santa Barbara (4 min walk).

How to get to Arlington West by public transport?

The nearest stations to Arlington West:

Train

Santa Barbara (7 min walk)

Bus

Castillo & Montecito • Lines: 5 (13 min walk)
Chapala & Haley • Lines: 5 (15 min walk)