Santa Barbara Zoo
EST. 1963
The Santa Barbara Zoo, located in Santa Barbara, California, could be the venue of your dreams if you have a love for animals.
With six event spaces at the zoo, this vast and stunning venue can accommodate up to 2,500 guests. Guests can relish in the natural landscapes and nearly 30 acres of tropical gardens, featuring a beautiful ocean and mountain view. Couples can also enhance their wedding by mingling with the animals!
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Coastal
Venue Setting
The Santa Barbara Zoo, located in Santa Barbara, California, could be the venue of your dreams if you have a love for animals. This zoo has been dubbed the Audrey Hepburn of zoos because of its charming, petite and gorgeous setting!
Facilities and Capacity
With six event spaces at the zoo, this vast and stunning venue can accommodate up to 2,500 guests. Guests can relish in the natural landscapes and nearly 30 acres of tropical gardens, featuring a beautiful ocean and mountain view. Couples can also enhance their wedding by mingling with the animals! From feeding giraffes to having a cocktail train ride around the zoo’s grounds could make for the most memorable wedding.
Facilities and Capacity
With six event spaces at the zoo, this vast and stunning venue can accommodate up to 2,500 guests. Guests can relish in the natural landscapes and nearly 30 acres of tropical gardens, featuring a beautiful ocean and mountain view. Couples can also enhance their wedding by mingling with the animals! From feeding giraffes to having a cocktail train ride around the zoo’s grounds could make for the most memorable wedding.
Capacity
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
- Price range
- Does this include catering fees?
No
- Insurance
Additional Insurance Is Required To Host An Event At This Venue
(Essential event logistics and amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you gathering)
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