Mission Canyon Travel Guide

Santa Barbara

Photo by David Berman
Photo by David Berman

Popular places to visit

Santa Barbara Botanic Garden

Santa Barbara Botanic Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Botanic Garden
Santa Barbara Zoo

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 Zoo
Santa Barbara Harbor

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 Harbor
Santa Barbara County Courthouse featuring a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture

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 County Courthouse
Stearns Wharf

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.

Stearns Wharf
Upper State Street

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.

Upper State Street

Things to do

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

฿1,135
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

฿2,238
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Come see Santa Barbara like you never have heard tales of death and bring the city's history back to life.

Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour

฿843
per adult
Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour
Checking out the sea lions

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

฿1,784
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

฿1,135
per adult
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

฿6,131
per traveller
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara
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Top hotels in Mission Canyon

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is ฿4,596 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
฿4,596
฿5,240 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,683 reviews)
"It was very nice, good location"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
The Milo

The Milo

3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is ฿8,039 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿8,039
฿9,180 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,396 reviews)
"Really superb service. I am glad they are doing a full renovation of the rooms and think it will vastly improve once complete. the fire pits are lovely and the staff really looks after their guests."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

The Milo
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is ฿7,755 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
฿7,755
฿9,107 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Clean"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3 out of 5
306 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is ฿8,649 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
฿8,649
฿9,860 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,032 reviews)
great place to stay
"the location was great. walking distance to just about everywhere. Upon arrival we were about an hour early for check in, but thought to inquire anyway. We were greeted by the nicest staff, who not only allowed us to check in but also had our room ready. The room was very clean and had a balcony ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

3 out of 5
3850 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is ฿5,456 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿5,456
฿6,231 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,018 reviews)
"clean and spacious room."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
4770 Calle Real, Hwy 101 and Turnpike Road, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is ฿6,313 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿6,313
฿7,335 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,020 reviews)
Thought I was in Hawaii with the beautiful grounds
"Great property. Our room had been redone and was very clean. Good mattress. The grounds were very well kept. The waterlily pond was gorgeous! Price more reasonable than by the beach area. Free parking!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
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Other neighbourhoods around Mission Canyon

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Upper East

5/5(4 area reviews)

While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.

Upper East
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Oak Park

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

While Oak Park isn't home to many top sights, Mission Santa Barbara and Arlington Theater are some notable places to visit nearby.

Oak Park
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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.

Laguna
Santa Barbara featuring a coastal town

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.

Downtown Santa Barbara
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Westside

While Westside isn't home to many top sights, Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Westside
Santa Barbara featuring a coastal town

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.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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