There’s something to be said for the healing power of the ocean, and our stunning coastal paradise is the perfect backdrop for rejuvenating your mind, body and soul with a variety of health and wellness experiences. Whether you’re seeking a relaxing retreat at luxurious Santa Barbara spas and resorts, a transformative yoga session or outdoor adventures among breathtaking landscapes and serene ambiance, you’re sure to find the ideal way to slow down, relax and focus on self-care. Use our curated wellness itineraries to plan the perfect escape in one of California’s most picturesque settings.
Self-Care in Santa Barbara

Unique Santa Barbara Spa Treatments
The treatment menus at Santa Barbara spas offer unique, local takes on wellness, relaxation and healing that are inspired by the plants, water and energy that surrounds them.
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Find Your Zen in Santa Barbara’s Great Outdoors
Explore the city’s incredible trails, unwind with beachside yoga, kayak along the serene coast or set off on a revitalizing bike ride—all within the breathtaking embrace of The American Riviera®.
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A Solo-Travel Getaway to Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara’s miles of beaches and hiking trails, innovative eateries and one-of-a-kind experiences make it a top destination for those traveling solo.
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3 Days in Santa Barbara for Peace Seekers
Santa Barbara is an unmatched haven for wellness, overflowing with healing spas, tranquil gardens and a myriad of soul-soothing adventures compatible with all energy levels.
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Best Vegan & Vegetarian Restaurants
Who knew that healthy and delicious could often be used in the same sentence when referring to vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Santa Barbara? From unique twists on traditionally meat-centric dishes to meals packed with nearly every local…
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25 Ways to Achieve Wellness in 2025
With each new year comes new ambitions. For many, this involves traveling to unfamiliar (or familiar) places, embracing ways to lead a holistic lifestyle and even trying out new hobbies. That’s where Santa Barbara comes in. In our coastal paradise, you can do all three.
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Mocktails in Santa Barbara
We’ve rounded up 10+ hot spots that have created thoughtful non-alcoholic drink recipes for their patrons. And if you’re in the market for local souvenirs to create zero-proof drinks at home, we’ve also included a list of makers whose shrubs and mixers make mocktail magic as well as a new local non-alcoholic wine.
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6 Unique Mindfulness Activities
When traveling to Santa Barbara, enhance your wellbeing with these unique meditative and mindfulness activities.
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Wellness Shops in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara’s soothing essence has long attracted health and wellness gurus and those in pursuit of balance—from yogis and energy healers to nutritionists and the super soulfulness queen herself, Oprah Winfrey. That’s because all of the…
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Santa Barbara Spas to Soothe Your Soul
Heed this guide to a rejuvenating Santa Barbara spa day at these seven luxurious spas, designed to help you rest and relax during your next vacation to The American Riviera®.
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Yoga Classes
Is it time to get your Om on? There are many places to hit the mat for travelers that want to keep up their yoga practice while visiting Santa Barbara. The Santa Barbara yoga community warmly welcomes newcomers into their fold, whether you’re an…
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Sustainable Sipping
Sustainability matters to Santa Barbara’s wine industry. Natural forces play a huge role in the winemaking process and what influences the environment is what eventually ends up in the bottle. For many winemakers and grape growers, being…
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Reading Over Streaming
We challenge you to a digital detox! Rather than picking up your trusted digital device, we encourage you to instead grab a book and give your eyes a well-deserved screen break. Whether you're on vacation in Santa Barbara or spending quality time at…
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Guide to Cannabis in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara County has become one of the leading cannabis cultivation regions in California, and visitors have a variety of new cannabis tourism offerings to explore. After the Golden State legalized adult-use cannabis in 2017, local farmers and…
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Wellness Warrior
Wellness isn’t a trend in Santa Barbara—it’s the natural way of life. So, as a visitor, nurturing your mind, body and soul becomes a pretty effortless feat as soon as you set foot on The American Riviera®. Between the wholesome,…
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Wellness Retreat in Santa Barbara
When it’s time to get centered or you’re simply in need of some soul-soothing TLC, consider a wellness weekend in Santa Barbara. Our destination is the perfect antidote to the nonstop pace of our hectic modern world. Life moves at a relaxed pace…
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Healthy Eats in Santa Barbara
Wholesome, nourishing cuisine goes hand-in-hand with the Santa Barbara lifestyle. Here’s a guide to the top 10 spots where you can nosh on health-conscious fare that will feed mind, body and soul.
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