5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Love Carpinteria, Santa Barbara, and all surrounding areas. I was born in Santa Barbara, so I’m a little partial!
Carpinteria, CA
Travel Guide
Visit Carpinteria
Where to stay in Carpinteria
Padaro Lane
While there might not be top attractions in Padaro Lane, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club and Summerland Beach.
Sandyland Cove
When in Sandyland Cove, you can plan a visit to Carpinteria State Beach and Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
4558 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
5550 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
4200 Via Real, Carpinteria, CA
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
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Popular places to visit
Carpinteria State Beach
4.5/5(399 reviews)
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Carpinteria State Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Carpinteria. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Rincon Beach Park
5/5(1 review)
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Rincon Beach Park during your travels in Carpinteria? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club
4.5/5(5 reviews)
Enjoy a trip to Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club and popular activities like biking in Toro Canyon. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
Explore the great outdoors at Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Carpinteria. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Tar Pits Park
Explore the great outdoors at Tar Pits Park, a lovely green space in Carpinteria. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Friends of the Library Used Bookstore
After visiting Friends of the Library Used Bookstore, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carpinteria. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Tour
$129
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride
$146
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
$69
per adult
Whale and Wildlife Yacht Cruise in Santa Barbara
$75
per adult
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
$58
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Carpinteria
4.4
Top Destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
We were in the area for Women’s college lacrosse games at the Santa Barbara Shootout. We didn’t see/do much else.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Nice town. Lots of food options, but most are on the pricey side.
4/5 - Good
CMS
We were traveling on a business trip and spent the night in Carpintera . We highly recommend Super-Rica a very authentic Mexican restaurant. A Local’s favorite. Located on Milpas.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Great locale for sun, sand & fun!!!
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Carpinteria has numerous cannabis farms. Not all follow the regulations regarding containing the odors. Plan accordingly.
- Carpinteria State Beach
- Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club
- Rincon Beach Park
- Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
- Tar Pits Park
- Friends of the Library Used Bookstore
- Seaside Gardens
- Tomol Interpretive Play Area
- Santa Barbara Zoo
- Ventura Harbor
- University of California
- Channel Islands National Park
- Santa Barbara Harbor
- Stearns Wharf
- Santa Barbara Bowl
- Santa Barbara County Courthouse
- Upper State Street
- Ventura County Fairgrounds
- Ventura Pier
- Butterfly Beach
- Mission Santa Barbara
- Golf Course at Ojai Valley Inn and Spa
- Lake Cachuma
- Channel Islands Harbor
- Goleta Beach
- Santa Barbara City College
- Lake Casitas Recreation Area
- Los Padres National Forest
- Leadbetter Beach