Downtown Santa Barbara, CA
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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.
Arlington Theater
Get tickets for a show at Arlington Theater, a storied theater in Santa Barbara. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its lively festivals.
Paseo Nuevo Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at Paseo Nuevo Mall during your trip to Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Presidio Santa Barbara
You can study the exhibits at Presidio Santa Barbara, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Santa Barbara. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Deals
Hotel Santa Barbara
The staff was amazing
Reviewed on 6 December 2025
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Friendly staff, clean room and pet-friendly
Reviewed on 1 December 2025
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Joe from the concierge was awesome! She was helpful and just the best! She made us feel so comfortable.
Reviewed on 29 November 2025
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Staff was friendly and helpful. Rooms were very clean.
Reviewed on 6 December 2025
Haley Hotel
Unsure if the property was welcoming to pets, but parking was convenient even though it’s paid parking. The hotel offers a nightly parking pass for $25 which is still somewhat reasonable. In a very cute and fun area with lots of great food nearby and plenty to do.
Reviewed on 7 December 2025
Social Stays
Staff was great! Thank you!
Reviewed on 1 November 2025
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Santa Barbara
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.
Laguna
Though Laguna might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Presidio Santa Barbara and Lobero Theater.
Lower State
While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Paseo Nuevo Mall.
Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.
The Funk Zone
Travelers come to The Funk Zone for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry while you're in town.
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.
Downtown Santa Barbara, CA
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- Santa Barbara County Courthouse
- Arlington Theater
- Santa Barbara Museum of Art
- Lobero Theater
- Paseo Nuevo Mall
- Granada Theatre
- Presidio Santa Barbara
- Santa Barbara Historical Museum
- Santa Barbara Public Market
- El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park
- La Arcada
- Casa de la Guerra
- El Capitan Lake
- Cabrillo Bikeway
- De la Guerra Plaza
- Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum
- Hill-Carrillo Adobe
- Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum
- Santa Barbara Zoo
- University of California
- Santa Barbara Harbor
- Santa Barbara Bowl
- Goleta Beach
- Upper State Street
- Butterfly Beach
- Stearns Wharf
- Carpinteria State Beach
- Santa Ynez Valley
- Mission Santa Barbara
- Santa Barbara City College
- Lake Cachuma
- Los Padres National Forest
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