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4.5/5Wonderful!(1,188 area reviews)
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Zoo.
4.5/5Wonderful!(179 area reviews)
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Los Padres National Forest or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown. A stop by Santa Barbara County Courthouse or Lobero Theater might round out your trip.
4.5/5Wonderful!(529 area reviews)
East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Santa Barbara Zoo and Chase Palm Park.
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Santa Barbara County Courthouse or Lobero Theater might round out your trip.
History buffs will enjoy exploring Santa Barbara, and visitors give high marks for the beaches, array of wineries, and shopping. This walkable city also attracts tourists with its restaurants and cafés. Top sights in the city include Presidio Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Museum of Art, and Santa Barbara County Courthouse.
Cultural venues in the city include Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Santa Barbara Natural History Museum, and Santa Barbara Bowl. Attractions like Santa Barbara Zoo and OstrichLand USA are fun for everyone, not just kids. The city is notable for its historic sites and landmarks like Presidio Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara County Courthouse, and Mission Santa Barbara.
In Santa Barbara, there are 423 hotels and other lodging options so you'll have plenty of choices for a perfect vacation. These are highly ranked ones based on our user reviews:
Other favorite sights in Santa Barbara include Santa Barbara Botanical Garden, Lotusland, and Los Padres National Forest. In the surrounding area, top places to visit include Mission San Buenaventura, located 24.8 mi (40 km) from the city center, and Ventura Pier, which is 25.3 mi/40.8 km away.
If you'd like to explore more of the area, hop aboard a train from Santa Barbara Station, Goleta Station, or Carpinteria Station. Santa Barbara might not have very many public transit options so consider renting a car to explore more.