Presidio Neighborhood Travel Guide
Santa Barbara
Visit Presidio Neighborhood
Popular places to visit
Presidio Santa Barbara
You can study the exhibits at Presidio Santa Barbara, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Santa Barbara. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park
Visit this historic landmark to learn about the colonization of the city and see a stunning reconstruction of the colonial era.
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.
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.
Things to do
Santa Barbara Ghost Tours "Dead of the Night" History, Mystery!
Santa Barbara Ghost Tour - Afternoon "Invisible Becomes Visible!"
Santa Barbara Ghost Tours "Paranormal Pairing" Wine Tasting &Tour
Santa Barbara Downtown Cocktails and History Walking Tour
Private Walking Tour of El Pueblo Viejo in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Wine Tour Experience - Authentic and Boutique
Top hotels in Presidio Neighborhood
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025
Hotel Santa Barbara
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025
Sandpiper Lodge
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Presidio Neighborhood
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Arlington Theater 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 Santa Barbara County Courthouse might round out your trip.
Laguna
Laguna might not have many top sights, but Santa Barbara Historical Museum and Santa Barbara County Courthouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Lower State
While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Moreton Bay Fig Tree.
Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.
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.