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 Santa Barbara County Courthouse might round out your trip.

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.

West Beach
While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum.

The Mesa
While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

Sandpiper Lodge
Reviewed on 29 July 2025

The Milo
Reviewed on 28 July 2025

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Reviewed on 30 July 2025

Casa Jardin
Reviewed on 18 July 2025

Tide Pool Villas
Reviewed on 6 July 2025

Casa Riviera
Reviewed on 28 July 2025
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.
Other places like Santa Barbara
- Santa Barbara Zoo
- Santa Barbara Harbor
- Santa Barbara Bowl
- Stearns Wharf
- Santa Barbara County Courthouse
- Upper State Street
- Butterfly Beach
- Lake Cachuma
- Santa Barbara City College
- Channel Islands National Park
- Mission Santa Barbara
- Granada Theatre
- Miramar Beach
- Arlington Theater
- Westmont College
- Leadbetter Beach
- Cabrillo Pavillion
- Arroyo Burro Beach
- East Beach
- Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
- Lotusland
- MOXI
- Santa Barbara Historical Museum
- Lobero Theater
- Santa Barbara Golf Club
- Paseo Nuevo Mall
- Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
- Santa Barbara Museum of Art
- Earl Warren Showgrounds
- Presidio Santa Barbara
- Reagan Ranch Center
- Montecito Village Shopping Center