The Mesa Travel Guide

Santa Barbara

A beach with the sun low on the horizon, casting a warm glow on the sand and water.
A person standing on a rocky beach with waves crashing nearby.
A calm sea at sunset with a sailboat and several ships in the distance.
A person walking on a beach with footprints, a sunset, and a mountain in the background.
A sandy beach with large rocks in the foreground and a cliff with trees in the background.

Stay near popular The Mesa attractions

A person walking on a beach with footprints, a sunset, and a mountain in the background.
Photo by Alexandra Heatwole
Open Photo by Alexandra Heatwole

Arroyo Burro Beach

9.4/10 (77 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Arroyo Burro Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Take in the entertainment choices and sunsets in the area.
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Things to do

Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Rp1.246.485
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Rp176.134
per adult
Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Rp686.470
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Rp668.405
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour

Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour

Rp812.925
per traveller
Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour
Santa Barbara Authentic Walking Food Tour with 5 Dishes

Santa Barbara Authentic Walking Food Tour with 5 Dishes

Rp2.492.970
per adult
Santa Barbara Authentic Walking Food Tour with 5 Dishes
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Where to stay in The Mesa

Find the best The Mesa areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

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.

A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

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.

A coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
Photo by Adam Hoggatt
Open Photo by Adam Hoggatt

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.

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