Santa Barbara, CA
Travel Guide
Visit Santa Barbara
Where to stay in Santa Barbara
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.
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.
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 Santa Barbara Museum of Art 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.
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Reviewed on 9 April 2025
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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.
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 beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.
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.
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 charming coffeehouses.
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
- Channel Islands National Park
- Santa Barbara Harbor
- Santa Barbara Bowl
- Santa Barbara County Courthouse
- Stearns Wharf
- Upper State Street
- Butterfly Beach
- Mission Santa Barbara
- Lake Cachuma
- Santa Barbara City College
- Westmont College
- Leadbetter Beach
- Arlington Theater
- Earl Warren Showgrounds
- Miramar Beach
- Arroyo Burro Beach
- Lotusland
- Cabrillo Pavillion
- Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
- Presidio Santa Barbara
- MOXI
- Santa Barbara Museum of Art
- Santa Barbara Historical Museum
- Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
- Santa Barbara Golf Club
- Lobero Theater
- East Beach
- Paseo Nuevo Mall
- El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park
- Granada Theatre
- Santa Barbara Botanic Garden