Santa Cruz Island Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Santa Cruz Island

Hotel Santa Barbara
Great location, lovely hotel, staff all very helpful.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
A friendly staff, the continental breakfast is just right. I love the balcony because it’s big.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
The breakfast did not include actual eggs, sausage or waffles. It was a "continental" mostly cold and ready to eat food. The sheet thread count was low quality- a lot of piling and it was rough -like sandpaper.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Casa Riviera
Beautiful stay! We really enjoyed our time here!
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Casa Jardin
Clean room. Easy check-in! When I first got there I was a little concerned that there was so some live music at a park around the corner which was hard to take a nap while ongoing… but once I ventured out I discovered it. The room was clean, it was worth it to walk to sho
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Casa De La Vina
Everything was great, missing nothing
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
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Popular places to visit

Cavern Point
Hike to this lookout point in southern California to enjoy sweeping views of the coastline from the top of one of the world’s largest island sea caves.

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.

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.

Santa Barbara Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a popular theatre in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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.

Butterfly Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Solvang In-App Audio Tour: a Little Slice of Denmark Hidden in California

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour


