Santa Barbara Beach Travel Guide
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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.
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.
East Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at East Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara? Stroll along the seaside or seek out the cycling trails.
West Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, West Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa Barbara. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the cycling trails.
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center during your trip to Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
Top hotels in Santa Barbara Beach
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Great room with a partial view of the ocean. Staff was really nice and the check in and out was super easy.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Very clean and great location.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
The Milo
Staff was fantastic. Location is fantastic. Only 4 stars because the products in the bathroom hadn’t been refilled … one tissue left in the box, 95 percent of body wash was empty, etc. Lovely stay regardless
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Inn By The Harbor
L'accueil était parfait. L'endroit idéal pour découvrir santa Barbara. Piscine et jacuzzi top. Chambre bien décorée et impeccable. Petit déjeuner copieux, il manquait un plus de produits salés jambon fromage etc ..
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Phenomenal Location
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Santa Barbara Inn
Staff was wonderful, room was clean and inviting, definitely my new spot to stay when in town
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Barbara Beach
Waterfront
If you're spending some time in Waterfront, East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor 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.
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.
Lower State
While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Moreton Bay Fig Tree.
Eastside
While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.
