Mission Canyon Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Mission Canyon
Popular places to visit
Santa Barbara Botanic Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Santa Barbara Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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 Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a popular theatre in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Santa Barbara County Courthouse
See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.
Butterfly Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Activities
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Our pick of the best Mission Canyon Hotel Deals
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Their employees were so nice and welcoming!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"Super cute outside with the pond and ducks. Room was clean. Breakfast was nice and the breakfast lady was so nice and kept telling everyone how much she loved her job! She was the best!"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Beachside Inn
"Loved the location - near the beach, but not directly in Downtown Santa Barbara where it can be loud. The property had comfy beds and very quiet. Also enjoyed the free parking! The breakfast was good - upgrade from a typical Marriott but not gourmet. Nice they had coffee for a while in the morning. ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
"They should install full length mirrors in their room, and not just a single mirror in the bath room!!!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara
"They provide bikes, which is a great way to see Santa Barbara"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
The Franciscan Hotel
"Pleasant stay, great location - near State st and the ocean. Friendly staff, good breakfast plus amenities. Would stay again"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mission Canyon
Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.
Oak Park
While Oak Park isn't home to many top sights, Mission Santa Barbara and Arlington Theater are some notable places to visit nearby.
Laguna
Laguna might not have many top sights, but Lobero Theater and Santa Barbara Bowl are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Lobero Theater or Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.
Westside
While Westside isn't home to many top sights, Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.
