Santa Barbara Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in and county seat of Santa Barbara County, California, United States
About Santa Barbara
Although the common perception of Santa Barbara is as a playground for the rich and famous, the reality is that the average income within city limits is only slightly higher than California as a whole. Notable for its California Mission-style architecture (a long-standing local ordinance ensures that all commercial construction follows the Mission theme, which results in a plethora of red-tiled roofs andfauxadobe supermarkets), local residents are intensely proud of their city's roots and traditions, and a number of hugely popular festivals throughout the year celebrate the many cultures found in the city. In addition, the city's large Latino population, concentrated in the east side of the city around Milpas Street, means there are a great many tacquerias and Mexican restaurants to be fou
Top Attractions in Santa Barbara
Explore the best things to see and do in Santa Barbara:
- ★Alameda Park
- ★Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden
- ★An easy walking tour
- ★Arlington Theater
- ★Arroyo Burro Beach
- ★Butterfly Beach
- ★Chase Palm Park
- ★Eagle Paragliding
Where to Eat in Santa Barbara
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Arigato Sushi
- 🍴Arnoldi's Cafe
- 🍴Boathouse at Hendry's Beach
- 🍴Bouchon
- 🍴Brophy Bros
- 🍴Cajun Kitchen
Where to Stay in Santa Barbara
- 🏨Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
- 🏨Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
- 🏨Brisas Del Mar, Inn at the Beach
- 🏨Canary Hotel
- 🏨Cheshire Cat Inn
- 🏨El Encanto Hotel and Garden Villas
Santa Barbara Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 10 sections including: