Mission Santa Barbara Tours

Mission Santa Barbara
Mission Santa Barbara plays a significant role in the social and religious ways of this place. It's a wonderful place to enjoy a moment of contemplation during a busy travel itinerary.

Head toward the residential neighborhood of Upper East to reach this well-known attraction. Eager to save money? You'll be pleased to know Mission Santa Barbara won't cost you a penny to visit. Of course, there's so much more to see around these parts. Santa Barbara County Courthouse, Presidio Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Zoo also lure travelers and locals alike.

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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
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Price was $1,085, price is now $698 per person
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Jan 14 - Jan 18
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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

Los Aguajes

Los Aguajes

2 out of 5
Santa Barbara Beach
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Feb 13 - Feb 16
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Denver (DEN) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
7/10 Good! (7 reviews)
Location was great…property was peaceful and well kept. Felt safe to walk to dining and grocery. We did enjoy our stay here however i need to point a couple of concerns out… The couch really needs to be steam cleaned or replaced. It was stained and dirty, we placed a sheet on cushions in order to sit on it. Floors did not look dirty but when i wiped spilled water from it the napkin turned black. I clorox wiped the floor just to feel comfortable. I think housekeeping needs to be more detailed when cleaning.

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

5 out of 5
Santa Barbara Beach
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Feb 9 - Feb 13
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Denver (DEN) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (924 reviews)
Lovely stay at this beautiful and perfectly located property!

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 Mission Santa Barbara

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
444
5 - Excellent 58%
4 - Good
274
4 - Good 36%
3 - Okay
49
3 - Okay 6%
2 - Disappointing
2
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Be sure to take the self-guided tour with audibles.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Super pretty but don’t go during Mass, you won’t be allowed in!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

30 minutes drive from Solvang and must see California Mission and to take pictures on the courtyard in front of the Church.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Excellent excursion

5/5 - Excellent

Al

Bypass tour.  Great signage

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Love the Old Miission. It felt bigger than the other missions that we have visited in the past.

Popular places to visit

Alameda Park in Santa Barbara is the location for many city-wide celebrations like Summer Solstice and is one of the city's oldest parks. Occupying two blocks in the heart of downtown, it is home to a gazebo as well as the 8,000-square-foot Kids World playground and many rare trees. This view is looking southwest at Our Lady of Sorrows Roman Catholic Church across Anacapa Street, one of the oldest churches in California, dating back to 1782. #SantaBarbara #California #lifeatexpedia #weloveourmarkets #AMER

Alameda Park

After visiting Alameda Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Alameda Park
Old school theater now featuring Joe Bonamassa!

Arlington Theater

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
Santa Barbara County Courthouse which includes a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.

Santa Barbara County Courthouse
2017 Spring stroll in Santa Barbara, CA

Santa Barbara Botanic Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Botanic Garden

Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Santa Barbara Natural History Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra

Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra, a storied theater in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra

Best Lodging Options Near Mission Santa Barbara

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
El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
800 Alvarado Place Santa Barbara CA
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn

3.5 out of 5
2819 State Street Santa Barbara CA
Lemon Tree Inn
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
2220 Bath Street Santa Barbara CA
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
Hotel Santa Barbara
Town and Country Inn

Town and Country Inn

2.5 out of 5
2800 State Street Santa Barbara CA
Town and Country Inn
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
Sandpiper Lodge
Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn

2.5 out of 5
1920 State Street Santa Barbara CA
Orange Tree Inn
Santa Barbara Mission Studio

Santa Barbara Mission Studio

2 out of 5
Santa Barbara CA
Santa Barbara Mission Studio
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