Visit Santa Barbara Beach
Popular places to visit
West Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at West Beach, a popular beach in Santa Barbara. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the cycling trails.
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 waterfront 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: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
Top hotels in Santa Barbara Beach
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
David the front desk staff was helpful, making it easy to check in so with the guy ( did not get his name)who worked for valet parking. He was very kind and willing to help. Rooms needed upgrading lighting wise a little dark on our room,air-conditioning was a little loud. Beds and pillows were fresh ...
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Inn By The Harbor
The room was spacious and comfortable. Although the main point of our visit was to see my son who’s a freshman at UCSB, we turned it into a short girls’ trip! Inn at the Harbor was perfect proximity for us to walk to restaurants on the beach, as well as the Funk Zone for Night Life. Great ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was your typical continental breakfast but it was fine for being included. The building appeared to be clean. No complaints from me.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
The Milo
Great location!
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Beachside Inn
Great job other than the breakfast experience not sure what to say about the egg blob and weird sausage pieces in a warmer Beagle was good and so was the coffee
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Santa Barbara Inn
Couldn’t see sand but saw lots of ocean. Very walkable area, bus stop to downtown is right there. Restaurant is excellent but lunch options are limited.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Barbara Beach
Waterfront
If you're spending some time in Waterfront, West Beach and East 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.
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 Moreton Bay Fig Tree.
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 West Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Barbara Beach Travel Guide
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- Hotels in top Santa Barbara neighborhoods
