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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.
West Beach
While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage 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.
Popular places to visit
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.
Stearns Wharf
Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as biking in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Santa Barbara County Courthouse
Learn about the local history of Santa Barbara when you spend time at Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its lively festivals.
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 top-notch restaurants.
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.
Things to do
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Los Angeles Day Trip to Santa Barbara via Oxnard-Amtrak Coast Starlight
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Other places like Santa Barbara
- Santa Barbara Zoo
- Santa Barbara Harbor
- Santa Barbara Bowl
- Stearns Wharf
- Santa Barbara County Courthouse
- Lake Cachuma
- Upper State Street
- Butterfly Beach
- Channel Islands National Park
- Santa Barbara City College
- Mission Santa Barbara
- Westmont College
- Miramar Beach
- Leadbetter Beach
- Arlington Theater
- Arroyo Burro Beach
- Cabrillo Pavillion
- Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
- Lotusland
- Earl Warren Showgrounds
- Santa Barbara Historical Museum
- MOXI
- Paseo Nuevo Mall
- Santa Barbara Golf Club
- Lobero Theater
- Santa Barbara Museum of Art
- Presidio Santa Barbara
- Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
- Reagan Ranch Center
- Granada Theatre
- Montecito Village Shopping Center