Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Travel Guide
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Visit Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
Stay near popular Historic Downtown Santa Barbara attractions
Things to do

Santa Barbara: High Ropes Adventure Course

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

The Upham Hotel

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
"The Kerrigan coffee maker was not good. Coffee was weak and cold. Went downstairs for coffee and it wasn’t hot either."
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
"I liked the bed, comfortable, clean linens. The shower was nice too with high quality shampoo and body wash. The staff was friendly and accommodating."
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Haley Hotel
"Great location. Easy walk to the pier and State Street Restaurants"
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"Cheap disgusting coffee in room"
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

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.

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.

West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach 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.





















