Golden Quadrangle Travel Guide
Santa Barbara
Visit Golden Quadrangle
Popular places to visit
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 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 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.
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 romantic area.
Upper State Street
During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
Top hotels in Golden Quadrangle
Sandpiper Lodge
Very close to everything
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara
Beautiful hotel and convenient/walkable locations.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
The check-in staff member charged me $25 for an early check-in. I told him I thought check-in was 2:00 and he said check-in was 3:00. I had to get ready so I paid the $25, went to my room and confirmed it was 2:00 on my confirmation email. Thankfully another staff member reimbursed my $25 when I ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Phenomenal staff and service!
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Inn By The Harbor
Wonderful. Love the friendly staff, comfy, clean, fully renovated rooms. Mickey was the most amazing front desk clerk, concierge!!!! Great hospitality from all, thank you!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
The Milo
Dirty sheets with stains and an unpleasant smell.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Golden Quadrangle
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.
Eastside
While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
Waterfront
If you're spending some time in Waterfront, East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor are top sights worth seeing.
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.
