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
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
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
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 cosy cafes.

Upper State Street

Things to do

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

฿898
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

฿2,213
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

฿898
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

฿6,063
per traveller
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara
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

฿1,027
per adult
Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour
Checking out the sea lions

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

฿1,764
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
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Top hotels in Mission Canyon

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is ฿7,068 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿7,068
฿8,219 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,023 reviews)
"Absolutely lovely, newly renovated, and in a great location. Our room was small and had little space to put suitcases or personal items, but it was beautifully decorated and very quiet. Note the hotel's policy is that guests have to request housekeeping each day they would like it. Valet parking ..."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Hotel Santa Barbara
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 ฿5,127 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿5,127
฿5,855 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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! (1,013 reviews)
"Did not know it was next to a cemetery and bathroom was dirty"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 out of 5
4558 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA
The price is ฿4,298 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
฿4,298
฿4,951 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,248 reviews)
"The property was very lush and beautiful, The staff was friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,878 reviews)
Location, location, location.
"Comfortable hotel with a perfect location. Good breakfast sele. Nice pool and hot tub. Would stay again and recommend."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

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Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is ฿3,702 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
฿3,702
฿4,221 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
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! (1,851 reviews)
"The room was clean and a good size. Staff was very accommodating."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is ฿9,163 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
฿9,163
฿11,736 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 6 outdoor pickleball courts. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (104 reviews)
"Clean rooms. Walking distance to shops and so close to beach! Perfect getaway!"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
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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 Granada Theatre might round out your trip.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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