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 Historical Museum might round out your trip.
West Beach
While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.
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
This hotel is wonderful! I stayed here for a wedding in the area and will definitely be back. The location is excellent, room was nice even though it was pretty small. The bar in the lobby even had some great wine options!
Reviewed on 25 October 2025
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Easy check in, clean room and overall facility, close to the freeway
Reviewed on 28 October 2025
Sandpiper Lodge
Stay was very nice and clean. The only negative was the WiFi was not the best.
Reviewed on 25 October 2025
Casa Jardin
I will definitely be staying at this place again anytime I visit Santa Barbara.
Reviewed on 5 October 2025
Casa Riviera
Loved the property! Comfy bed, perfectly accessible to town!
Reviewed on 20 October 2025
Los Aguajes
Great and comfortable place for family and friends stay. Was walking distance to Santa Barbara state street. Would only say that unit does not have AC so it’s was super hot due to the high heat’s for that weekend. Other than that our stay was perfect.
Reviewed on 25 August 2025
Popular places to visit
West Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at West Beach, a popular beach in Santa Barbara. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the biking trails.
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
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.
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.
Other places like Santa Barbara
- West Beach
- 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
