Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara
Photo provided by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Photo provided by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

Popular places to visit

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Arlington Theater

Enjoy a show at Arlington Theater, a popular theatre in Santa Barbara. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.

Arlington Theater
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Paseo Nuevo Mall

4/5(1 review)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Paseo Nuevo Mall during your stay in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Paseo Nuevo Mall
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Santa Barbara Museum of Art

4/5(1 review)

You can study the exhibits at Santa Barbara Museum of Art, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Museum of Art
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Lobero Theater

Enjoy a performance at Lobero Theater, a popular theatre in Santa Barbara. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Lobero Theater
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Granada Theatre

Enjoy a performance at Granada Theatre, a popular theatre in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Granada Theatre
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Cabrillo Bikeway

You can take time to visit Cabrillo Bikeway during your travels to Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Cabrillo Bikeway

Things to do

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Santa Barbara Private Scenic and Shopping Day Trip

HK$11,404
Per adult
Santa Barbara Private Scenic and Shopping Day Trip
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Private Wine Tasting Tour from Santa Barbara

HK$6,605
Per adult
Private Wine Tasting Tour from Santa Barbara
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Santa Barbara Wine Tasting Day Tour from Los Angeles

HK$2,728
Per adult
Santa Barbara Wine Tasting Day Tour from Los Angeles
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Private Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country Tour

HK$7,712
Per adult
Private Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country Tour
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Santa Ynez Wine Country Shuttle

HK$993
Per adult
Santa Ynez Wine Country Shuttle
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Private Taco Tasting in Santa Barbara by Walking

HK$21,626
Per adult
Private Taco Tasting in Santa Barbara by Walking
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Top hotels in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

Haley Hotel
Haley Hotel
3.5 out of 5
26 E Haley St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is HK$1,651 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
HK$1,651
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free bicycles on site, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (433 reviews)
I'll come back every time I come to Santa Barbara.
"Let me say that I really really like this hotel. The outdoor space is so fun, the location is one block off of State Street, the rooms are nicely done, and I can bring my dog! There is easy parking right next door (you have to pay, but cheap for Santa Barbara). I like using my phone as a room key. ..."

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2024

Haley Hotel
Hotel Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara
3 out of 5
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is HK$2,082 per night from 27 May to 28 May
HK$2,082
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful property! Very friendly and professional front desk staff. Hotel parking lot entrance may be hard to spot but once in parking attendant was very friendly. Love the location for shopping and dining!"

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

Hotel Santa Barbara
Drift Santa Barbara
Drift Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
524 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$1,700 per night from 29 May to 30 May
HK$1,700
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (212 reviews)
"More boxed water would be great."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Drift Santa Barbara
Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel
Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
31 W Carrillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is HK$2,321 per night from 13 May to 14 May
HK$2,321
per night
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"A bit disappointed. Expensive. Small room."

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2024

Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3 out of 5
17 W Haley St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is HK$1,853 per night from 27 May to 28 May
HK$1,853
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful hotel. Front desk staff was lovely, very accomodating and gave many recommendations for local restaurants and activities. Rooms are renovated and larger than many hotels I’ve stayed in SB. Location is perfect, right off from the main downtown street. Easy walk to restaurants ..."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The Upham Hotel
The Upham Hotel
4 out of 5
1404 De La Vina Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is HK$2,032 per night from 21 May to 22 May
HK$2,032
per night
21 May - 22 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

The Upham Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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 Museum of Art might round out your trip.

Downtown Santa Barbara
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Laguna

If you're spending some time in Laguna, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Rafael Gonzalez House are top sights worth seeing.

Laguna
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Lower State

5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Moreton Bay Fig Tree.

Lower State
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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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The Funk Zone

5/5(6 area reviews)

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.

The Funk Zone
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Westside

When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Westside

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara