Arroyo Burro Beach Tours

Arroyo Burro Beach
Photo by Alexandra Heatwole
Photo by Alexandra Heatwole
Find someplace comfortable to sit, shut your eyes and just enjoy the sound of the water hitting the shore at Arroyo Burro Beach. If you need a dose of vitamin sea, this is the place to get your fix.

Here's some great news. It doesn't cost a thing to visit Arroyo Burro Beach in Santa Barbara. But your adventures don't have to end at this stretch of coastline. Close-by attractions like Santa Barbara County Courthouse, Mission Santa Barbara and Presidio Santa Barbara will round off your day nicely.

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Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 out of 5
Price was $989, price is now $635 per person
$635
per person
Feb 12 - Feb 16
found 2 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Chicago (CHI) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,314 reviews)
Staff was Great. Special shout outs to Sarah at the desk and Erika the bartender / waitress in restaurant bar. Those Ladies are my two new Best Friends. They couldn't do enough to make me comfortable. Both very Welcoming and Knowledgeable.

Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn

4 out of 5
Price was $6,986, price is now $4,334 per person
$4,334
per person
Feb 12 - Feb 16
found 2 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Chicago (CHI) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (11 reviews)
The house is absolutely beautiful- renovated to an amazing standard. The bedroom was small with no wardrobe and limited storage space. It like staying at someone’s house - so no control over the ac and no control over others coming and goings without the comforts of hotel soundproofing etc. If you were hiring the whole house it would be amazing. But it’s like a very nice Air BNB - you get a room in someone’s house. Also no human contact- my husband was convinced we were speaking to AI at all times. Also the Harbour room which we had faced the street and was very noisy.

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4 out of 5
Santa Barbara Beach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,085, price is now $698 per person
$698
per person
Jan 14 - Jan 18
found 6 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Boston (BOS) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
8/10 Very Good! (979 reviews)
Room was nice it was a little small, but clean and quaint, we enjoyed the fire pit in the lobby patio and restaurant on site.

Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025

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Tours & day trips

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Los Angeles Day Trip to Santa Barbara via Oxnard-Amtrak Coast Starlight

Los Angeles Day Trip to Santa Barbara via Oxnard-Amtrak Coast Starlight

Activity duration is 10 hours and 55 minutes
6.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $220 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is $10 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $58 per adult
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Water activities

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Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $59 per adult
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Reviews of Arroyo Burro Beach

4.6
Top Destination
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5 - Excellent 72%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 23%
3 - Okay
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great dog beach & beautiful.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

WORSE BEACH TO VISIT AFTER YOU TOUCH THE SAND YOUR FEET HAND ANY PART OF YOUR BODY WILL GET BIG CHUNK OF OIL STAIN ON YOUR SKIN AND THE ONLY THING YOU CAN USE TO GET RID OF IS COCONUT OIL ANY TYPE OF OIL WE USE SPRAY SUN BLOCK AND IT WORK BUT THE BLACK OIL ON YOUR CLOTHES WILL NEVER GO AWAY

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1000 Steps Beach

1000 Steps Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at 1000 Steps Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara?

1000 Steps Beach
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Shoreline Park

4.5/5(37 reviews)

Shoreline Park is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Shoreline Park
Leadbetter Beach

Leadbetter Beach

4.5/5(23 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Leadbetter Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Santa Barbara. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.

Leadbetter Beach
Old school theater now featuring Joe Bonamassa!

Arlington Theater

4.5/5(62 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Arlington Theater, a storied theater in Santa Barbara. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.

Arlington Theater
Upper State Street

Upper State Street

4.5/5(1,004 reviews)

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.

Upper State Street

Elings Park

After visiting Elings Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Barbara. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the biking trails.

Elings Park

Best Lodging Options Near Arroyo Burro Beach

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

3 out of 5
3850 State St Santa Barbara CA
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
The Rose Mar Four Bedroom Villa Near Ocean

The Rose Mar Four Bedroom Villa Near Ocean

Santa Barbara CA
The Rose Mar Four Bedroom Villa Near Ocean
Oceanfront Island View Gated Santa Barbara Villa

Oceanfront Island View Gated Santa Barbara Villa

Santa Barbara CA
Oceanfront Island View Gated Santa Barbara Villa
Palisades Beach House - Dog Friendly, Walk to beach, Shopping, Restaurants, Hiking!

Palisades Beach House - Dog Friendly, Walk to beach, Shopping, Restaurants, Hiking!

Santa Barbara CA
Palisades Beach House - Dog Friendly, Walk to beach, Shopping, Restaurants, Hiking!
Italian Oceanview Estate

Italian Oceanview Estate

Santa Barbara CA
Italian Oceanview Estate
Darling, Beach-Close, 6 Blocks to Bch Stairs, Walk to Dine, Shop, Park, Grocery

Darling, Beach-Close, 6 Blocks to Bch Stairs, Walk to Dine, Shop, Park, Grocery

Santa Barbara CA
Darling, Beach-Close, 6 Blocks to Bch Stairs, Walk to Dine, Shop, Park, Grocery
Two Bedroom Home Near Beach (Santa Barbara)

Two Bedroom Home Near Beach (Santa Barbara)

Santa Barbara CA
Two Bedroom Home Near Beach (Santa Barbara)
Large home, 4Bdrms, parking. 1 block Mall, near Park-Ocean steps, 5 min Dwntn SB

Large home, 4Bdrms, parking. 1 block Mall, near Park-Ocean steps, 5 min Dwntn SB

Santa Barbara CA
Large home, 4Bdrms, parking. 1 block Mall, near Park-Ocean steps, 5 min Dwntn SB
Best Mesa Beach House! Condé Nast Traveler, Santa Barbara

Best Mesa Beach House! Condé Nast Traveler, Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara CA
Best Mesa Beach House! Condé Nast Traveler, Santa Barbara
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