Santa Barbara Beach Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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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 Zoo
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Santa Barbara Harbor

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Harbor
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Stearns Wharf

4/5(31 reviews)

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.

Stearns Wharf
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East Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at East Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the cycling trails.

East Beach
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Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

5/5(1 review)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center during your trip to Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
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MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

Rich with history, MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

Things to do

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Santa Ynez Wine Country Shuttle

£101
Per adult
Santa Ynez Wine Country Shuttle
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Santa Barbara Bike Rentals: Electric, Mountain or Hybrid

£47
Per adult
Santa Barbara Bike Rentals: Electric, Mountain or Hybrid
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Ultimate Guide to Santa Barbara: A GPS Self-Guided Urban Stroll

£8
Per adult
Ultimate Guide to Santa Barbara: A GPS Self-Guided Urban Stroll
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Downtown Santa Barbara: A Choco-Vino Adventure

£280
Per adult
Downtown Santa Barbara: A Choco-Vino Adventure
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Santa Barbara Electric Bike Tour

£75
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Electric Bike Tour
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Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental

£36
Per adult
Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental
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Top hotels in Santa Barbara Beach

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £134 per night from 28 May to 29 May
£134
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the WiFi in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,282 reviews)
"Property very clean and nicely renovated. Offer a great breakfast. Staff was super friendly and helpful. Quick walk to beach and restaurants."

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is £216 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
£216
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,099 reviews)
"Wonderful!"

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Beachside Inn
Beachside Inn
3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is £188 per night from 23 May to 24 May
£188
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Locations was great and breakfast was fantastic"

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Beachside Inn
Inn By The Harbor
Inn By The Harbor
3.5 out of 5
433 W Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is £206 per night from 27 May to 28 May
£206
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,598 reviews)
"Great staff! Nice place for a quick trip"

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Inn By The Harbor
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is £281 per night from 29 May to 30 May
£281
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice facilities"

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4 out of 5
1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is £227 per night from 22 May to 23 May
£227
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (637 reviews)
"Lovely 100 year old historic well maintained beach front hotel with all the creature comforts."

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Barbara Beach

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Waterfront

If you're spending some time in Waterfront, Cabrillo Pavillion and Santa Barbara Harbor are top sights worth seeing.

Waterfront
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East Beach

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Cabrillo Pavillion and Santa Barbara Zoo.

East Beach
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The Funk Zone

5/5(6 area reviews)

Travellers come to The Funk Zone for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry while you're in town.

The Funk Zone
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Lower State

5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Moreton Bay Fig Tree.

Lower State
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Eastside

While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and Cabrillo Pavillion are some notable places to visit nearby.

Eastside
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West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are top sights worth seeing.

West Beach

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