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Santa Maria

California, United States · North America

About Santa Maria

Santa Maria sits on the route: 20 minutes from Orcutt, 35km from Mullin Automotive Museum.

Santa Maria is a city located in California, United States. With a population of 105,093, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Santa Maria sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Los Angeles time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Santa Maria to your route.

About Santa Maria

Santa Maria Town Center (also referred to as Town Center Mall) is an indoor shopping center located in Santa Maria, California. It is located on the junctions of Routes 135 (Broadway) and 166 (Main Street), and Cook Street and Miller Street. Anchored by Macy's, Edwards Theatres, and El Super Market, Santa Maria Town

Read more Center is the only enclosed shopping center in Santa Barbara County, and is the largest in the Central Coast, totaling about 600,000 square feet (56,000 m2) in area. It is home to a mix of 69 stores and eateries totaling approximately 25 acres (10 ha) of retail space, and features national retailers like Kay Jewelers, Bath & Body Works, Foot Locker, and GNC. The Town Center also features two three-level parking garages with 3,315 total parking spaces.

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Where is Santa Maria located?

Santa Maria is located in California, United States, North America. The coordinates are 34.9530 latitude, -120.4357 longitude.

What is the population of Santa Maria?

Santa Maria has a population of approximately 105,093 people, making it a city in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
105,093
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
California
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
34.9530, -120.4357

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911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
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AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from Santa Maria

2 notable places within an hour's drive.

museum

Mullin Automotive Museum

Exquisite collection of pre-war French automobiles including Bugattis and Delahayes presented as rolling sculpture.

35 km · about 40 min drive

cafe

The Madonna Inn

A flamboyantly kitsch roadside inn on Highway 101 in San Luis Obispo, famous for its 110 uniquely themed rooms and rock waterfall men's restroom.

39 km · about 45 min drive

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