Golden Quadrangle Travel Guide
Santa Barbara
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Popular places to visit
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 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 Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a popular theatre in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the 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.
Stearns Wharf
Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as cycling in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour
Solvang Kids Viking Tour with Viking Museum Entry
Top hotels in Golden Quadrangle
Hotel Santa Barbara
"The recent renovation is absolutely stunning! Don’t be fooled by the 3-star rating; this is a 5-star hotel."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Best staff! Rooms were good. Not a fan of the pool or hot tub. Breakfast was very basic"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"Loved the landscaping on the premises! I could not figure out how to get a TV channel with the remote. Please leave directions in the room to use a remote control. They are all different and hard to figure out. Would stay there again"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
"The rooms were large. Parking in front of your room. Nice breakfast with pool and spa very clean. Staff were super friendly. Just an overall comfortable stay."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Franciscan Hotel
"Very helpful staff, clean and well equipped rooms, and warm welcoming at check-in. Everything was great about this Inn!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
"No Wi-fi and trouble with parking gate."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Golden Quadrangle
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.
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.
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.
