Golden Quadrangle Travel Guide
Santa Barbara
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Popular places to visit
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 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 County Courthouse
See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.
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.
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.
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
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Solvang In-App Audio Tour: a Little Slice of Denmark Hidden in California
Top hotels in Golden Quadrangle
Hotel Santa Barbara
"I love the style of the style of a hotel which I understand was recently redone. It would've been nice to have somewhere to have something to eat like a restaurant or room service in the morning or morning coffee. Of course stay straight is right out front but it's nice to be able to go directly ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"Clean and adequate"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
"The pool and breakfast were good. The room we had smelled bad and the buttons on the air conditioner were broken. There were many construction trucks parked on the property and a few of those construction workers were smoking heavily. There are signs all over that say this is a non smoking facility. ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Here's a concise 1-star review that sounds natural and gets the point across: ⭐☆☆☆☆ Terrible experience. My friend and I returned to the hotel after midnight and were unable to access the property despite using our room keys at the designated entrance. We repeatedly called the emergency numbers posted ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"The nice young guy that checks people in was extremely professional and kind."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Beachside Inn
"Breakfast pretty basic gets the job done. Layout of the room kinda interesting, built a bit like an apartment with a living room and bedroom."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Golden Quadrangle
Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.
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.
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 Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.
West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
