Santa Barbara Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santa Barbara
Where to stay in Santa Barbara
Montecito
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.
Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights 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 beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.
West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are top sights worth seeing.
The Mesa
While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.
Hotel Santa Barbara
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025
Sandpiper Lodge
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025
Casa Jardin
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
Tide Pool Villas
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025
Casa Riviera
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025
Popular places to visit
Santa Barbara Zoo
Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in 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 cycling 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 take a trip to 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 browse for the perfect souvenirs 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 care-free afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Other places like Santa Barbara
- Santa Barbara Zoo
- Stearns Wharf
- Butterfly Beach
- Lake Cachuma
- Santa Barbara City College
- Channel Islands National Park
- Cabrillo Pavillion
- Arroyo Burro Beach
- Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
- Lotusland
- MOXI
- Santa Barbara Historical Museum
- Santa Barbara Golf Club
- Santa Barbara Museum of Art
- Earl Warren Showgrounds
- Presidio Santa Barbara
- Reagan Ranch Center
- Elings Park