Santa Barbara, CA
Travel Guide
Visit Santa Barbara
Where to stay in Santa Barbara
Montecito
Celebrity-favored Montecito offers backcountry hiking trails and attractions like Lotusland and El Fureidis. Easily accessible via State Route 192 and the U.S. 101 Freeway, it's well-connected to Santa Barbara County.
Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
Downtown Santa Barbara
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.
West Beach
While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum.
East Beach
East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.
The Mesa
While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.
Hotel Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Casa Riviera
Casa Jardin
Casa De La Vina
Popular places to visit
Santa Barbara Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a storied theater in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Santa Barbara County Courthouse
Santa Barbara County Courthouse is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.
Santa Barbara Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your trip to Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Santa Barbara Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Butterfly Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Upper State Street
During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its charming coffeehouses.
Things to do
Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Other places like Santa Barbara
- Santa Barbara Bowl
- Santa Barbara County Courthouse
- Santa Barbara Harbor
- Channel Islands National Park
- Santa Barbara Zoo
- Stearns Wharf
- Upper State Street
- Butterfly Beach
- Lake Cachuma
- Mission Santa Barbara
- Santa Barbara City College
- Arlington Theater
- Westmont College
- Miramar Beach
- Cabrillo Pavillion
- MOXI
- Lotusland
- Leadbetter Beach
- Santa Barbara Museum of Art
- Arroyo Burro Beach
- Lobero Theater
- Presidio Santa Barbara
- Paseo Nuevo Mall
- Santa Barbara Botanic Garden
- Chumash Painted Cave State Historic Park
- Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
- Montecito Village Shopping Center
- Reagan Ranch Center
- Earl Warren Showgrounds
- Santa Barbara Historical Museum
- Granada Theatre