Santa Barbara Beach Travel Guide

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Santa Barbara Beach

Popular places to visit

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Santa Barbara Zoo

5/5(2 reviews)

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(4 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

4.5/5(11 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

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

Activities

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Santa Ynez Wine Country Shuttle

AU$192
Per adult
Santa Ynez Wine Country Shuttle
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Santa Barbara Bike Rentals: Electric, Mountain or Hybrid

AU$91
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

AU$15
Per adult
Ultimate Guide to Santa Barbara: A GPS Self-Guided Urban Stroll
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Downtown Santa Barbara: A Choco-Vino Adventure

AU$534
Per adult
Downtown Santa Barbara: A Choco-Vino Adventure
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Santa Barbara Electric Bike Tour

AU$144
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Electric Bike Tour
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Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental

AU$68
Per adult
Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental
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Our pick of the best Santa Barbara Beach Hotel Deals

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$319 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
AU$319
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the WiFi ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,300 reviews)
"Great clean rooms with exceptional staff."

Reviewed on 31 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$452 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
AU$452
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,107 reviews)
"I loved everything about my stay at Hotel Milo. Lovely property, great location, friendly staff. I would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Inn By The Harbor
Inn By The Harbor
3.5 out of 5
433 W Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$462 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
AU$462
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,600 reviews)
"Na"

Reviewed on 31 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 AU$502 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
AU$502
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Book a 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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Items around hotel not functioning"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 out of 5
223 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$427 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
AU$427
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,097 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Beachside Inn
Beachside Inn
3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$530 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
AU$530
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Close to pier. No fast food nearby, but there are restaurants. Room was comfortable."

Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2024

Beachside Inn
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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(4 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(2 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

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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