Santa Barbara County Travel Guide
California
Popular cities in Santa Barbara County
Santa Barbara
Known for Beaches, Walking and Shopping
Santa Barbara is a palm-lined city on the Californian coast, famous for its historic Spanish mission, wide sandy beaches and distinctly Mediterranean charm.
Reasons to visit
- Santa Barbara Zoo
- Santa Barbara Harbor
- Stearns Wharf
Solvang
Known for Dining, Shopping and Wineries
Get away to Solvang! Enjoy the wineries, local cuisine and museums.
Reasons to visit
- Old Mission Santa Ines
- Solvang Brewing Company
Carpinteria
Known for Beaches, Dining and Shopping
Escape to Carpinteria! Enjoy its beaches, sunsets and surfing.
Reasons to visit
- Carpinteria State Beach
- Rincon Beach Park
Lompoc
Known for Family-friendly, Shopping and Wineries
Escape to quaint Lompoc! Enjoy its wineries, cafes and art.
Reasons to visit
- Jalama Beach County Park
- La Purisima Mission State Historic Park
Goleta
Known for Dining, Beaches and Family-friendly
Trip time! Discover the beaches, local cuisine and seaside in Goleta.
Reasons to visit
- University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Maria
Known for Dining, Family-friendly and Shopping
Escape to romantic Santa Maria! Enjoy its live music, dining and history.