Laguna Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A traditional building with a thatched roof and white walls.
A cactus with green pads and small red fruits.
A white colonial building with a bell tower, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.
A white church with a bell tower and a cross on top.

Stay near popular Laguna attractions

Rafael Gonzalez House

You can find out about the history of Santa Barbara with a visit to Rafael Gonzalez House.
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Activities

Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

AU$100
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

AU$55
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy

Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy

AU$36
per adult
Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

AU$51
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

AU$53
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental

Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental

AU$65
per adult
Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental
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Our pick of the best Laguna Hotel Deals

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera

4.5 out of 5
800 Garden St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$493 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$493
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and Netflix. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Bowl and Stearns Wharf are located ...
Casa Riviera
Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin

3 out of 5
1018 Garden St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$378 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$378
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (286 reviews)
"Best location near everything. Easy entrance and check in"

Reviewed on 22 July 2026

Casa Jardin
Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
915 Garden Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$770 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$770
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$496 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$496
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Hotel Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$240 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$240
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,582 reviews)
"The room was clean, the breakfast was surprisingly good and everything, including the A/C, worked well. I would recommend."

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

2 out of 5
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is AU$143 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$143
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,463 reviews)
"Owner was very sweet. Room was comfortable for the one night stay."

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
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Our guide on where to stay in Laguna

Find the best Laguna areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Laguna
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A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor.

A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

A coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Presidio Santa Barbara or Granada Theatre might round out your trip.

A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
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Open Photo by Adam Hoggatt

West Beach

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

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

East Beach

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

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