Coast Village Travel Guide
Santa Barbara
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Popular places to visit
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 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 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.
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.
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
Solvang In-App Audio Tour: a Little Slice of Denmark Hidden in California
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Coast Village
Hotel Santa Barbara
The bed was the most comfortable! I'd stay there again.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
I travel alone often and this place is very friendly and feels quite safe for a single female traveller. Clean rooms and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Limited breakfast selections
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
Room and facility were average and a bit dated. Parking was difficult. Lots of vehicles and spaces were very small.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Both restaurants were had slow service. We ended up ordering from somewhere else and having it delivered.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
The Milo
Clean rooms, beautiful property, quiet, excellent location!
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Coast Village
Eucalyptus Hill
While there might not be top attractions in Eucalyptus Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lotusland and Santa Barbara Zoo.
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.
Eastside
While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
East Beach
East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.
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, East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor are top sights worth seeing.
