Presidio Neighborhood Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Presidio Neighborhood
Popular places to visit
Presidio Santa Barbara
You can study the exhibits at Presidio Santa Barbara, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Santa Barbara. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park
Visit this historic landmark to learn about the colonization of the city and see a stunning reconstruction of the colonial era.
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 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.
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.
Activities
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
Our pick of the best Presidio Neighborhood Hotel Deals
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Loved our room and property. Bed was comfortable!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara
A beautiful and very clean room. The new lobby and bar we perfect. The location on State Street and the closeness of the Palace Grill both big pluses.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
The room was clean & the staff were helpful. Would recommend it.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Beachside Inn
Very clean room, great staff, and location is fantastic.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Very nice room. Excellent staff. The pool and jacuzzi are a Nice. I would love to stay there again.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Inn By The Harbor
Clean room, very friendly and attentive staff, nice garden and pool area.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Presidio Neighborhood
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 Presidio Santa Barbara 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.
Laguna
Laguna might not have many top sights, but Presidio Santa Barbara and Lobero Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Lower State
While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Paseo Nuevo Mall.
The Funk Zone
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.
West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.
