Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 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 romantic area.
Upper State Street
During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its cosy cafes.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
Top hotels in East Beach
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Beautiful setting.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Good
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Thrme view was beautiful.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Santa Barbara Inn
Great, quiet room. Wonderful bar/restaurant. Right across from the beach.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Clean room, friendly staff, very conveniently located. Parking is a bit iffy but street parking is available
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
We enjoyed our stay in Santa Barbara, the room was comfortable and clean. Check-in was smooth and the front desk staff was friendly. I enjoyed a nightly glass or 2 of wine, compliments of the front desk. I was hoping for a fireplace as I thought the room I was booking came with one but unfortunately, ...
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
Waterfront
If you're spending some time in Waterfront, West Beach and East Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Eastside
While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
Laguna
Laguna might not have many top sights, but Presidio Santa Barbara and Lobero Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
