Visit Santa Barbara Beach
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.
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.
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.
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.
West Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, West Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa Barbara. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the cycling trails.
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center during your trip to Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Top hotels in Santa Barbara Beach
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
We always stay at this Hilton when we visit Santa Barbara.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Inn By The Harbor
Great location, spacious room, good breakfast options. Appreciated cold filtered water available in lobby. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Gabriela , was outstanding. Very professionally dressed , courteous, and smiled while she took care of our registration. We were impressed by her positive attitude. THANK YOU GABRIELA FROM MR AND MRS VILLA IN 110
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
The Milo
Great view and services are top!
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Riviera Beach House
Wonderful setting, perfect location and easy shopping
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Marina Beach Motel
Very charming motel in a great location. The room was very clean, smelling of fresh laundry. The staff is always available and helpful to answer questions or provide suggestions
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Barbara Beach
Waterfront
If you're spending some time in Waterfront, East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Eastside
While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are top sights worth seeing.
