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Get Your Third Night Free
It’s impossible to experience all Santa Barbara has to offer in just two days. If you’re looking for a serene coastal getaway or a well-earned staycation, book a three-night stay and receive your third night free at participating hotels and resorts.
Curated Luxury & Local Charm: A Santa Barbara Getaway Your Way
Discover the perfect blend of elegance and playfulness in Santa Barbara—where unforgettable adventures and seaside charm await.
Best Burgers in Santa Barbara
From elevated fast food and refined fare to smash burgers, veggie burgers and cult favorites, we’ve rounded up a guide to the best burgers in the Santa Barbara South Coast.
Top Bookstores in Santa Barbara
Whether you’re hunting for a rare treasure, seeking the latest bestseller or simply craving the cozy charm of a well-loved bookshop, these local favorites create unique experiences that go far beyond the pages.
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40th Annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival
Experience Santa Barbara’s red carpet at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Feb. 4-15, when Oscar contenders and the industry’s best gather for 12 days of film screenings, celebrity tribute events, panel discussions and after-parties.
Romantic Restaurants in Santa Barbara
From candlelit patios to oceanfront terraces, and menus featuring everything from fresh seafood to handcrafted pastas, these romantic Santa Barbara restaurants set the perfect stage for love to flourish.
Romantic Hotels in Santa Barbara
Write Santa Barbara into the next chapter of your love story, where charming resorts and cozy inns create the perfect setting for an unforgettable romantic escape.
Valentine's Day in Santa Barbara
For those needing a little romantic inspiration, we’ve curated a list of the best Valentine’s Day happenings that even Cupid would approve of.
Seafood Lovers' Guide to Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara serves up fresh-as-it-gets local catch guaranteed to please every seafood lover’s palate.
Top Santa Barbara Sports Bars
Not limited to the blockbuster sports events, there are welcoming watering holes, breweries, restaurants and lounges showing your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, MLS, college teams and beyond — sometimes all at once. Here are the best places in Santa Barbara to watch sports all year long.
Unique Wedding Venues
From historic landmarks to quirky museums and off-the-beaten-path ranches, expect anything but ordinary at these eclectic Santa Barbara wedding venues.
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Guide to Bellosguardo
Step into the grandeur of Bellosguardo, Santa Barbara’s hidden gem, and discover a historic estate with stunning ocean views and a legacy steeped in art and culture. Limited docent-led tours offer a rare glimpse into its rich history.
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Santa Barbara Hotels with Unforgettable Outdoor Experiences
Adventure awaits with curated outdoor experiences from guided hikes to surfing classes at these hotels and resorts in Santa Barbara.
Guide to New Year's Eve in Santa Barbara
From memorable dining experiences to outdoor wellness activities, toast to the year ahead and celebrate, Santa Barbara style.
Buzzworthy Santa Barbara Bakeries
A guide to the sweetest treats, loveliest loaves, and most decadent desserts in the Santa Barbara South Coast.
Santa Barbara Gift Guide
Shopping in The American Riviera® is easy as pie thanks to the incredible array of independent retailers and quality wares crafted by local artisans.
Swoon-Worthy Spots to Watch a Santa Barbara Sunset
Santa Barbara is famous for its eye-catching, vibrant sunsets—especially during the fall and winter—and these are the best spots to view them.
Guide to Holiday Events in Santa Barbara
As the season changes and stars sparkle through the night sky, come explore all of the events and other holiday happenings in Santa Barbara.
Hotels & Restaurants to Experience During the Holidays
From luxurious hotels offering holiday-themed experiences to local restaurants serving up festive menus, Santa Barbara embraces the season in style.
Your Quintessential Santa Barbara Day-Trip Guide
Planning a California road trip? Here’s how to spend an ideal day in Santa Barbara, from breakfast to dinner spots and everywhere in between.
17 New Restaurants in Santa Barbara
A fresh crop of new restaurants in Santa Barbara is spicing up the already delicious culinary landscape.
Accessible Hotels & Lodging in Santa Barbara
The American Riviera® offers more than a dozen hotels and inns that go above and beyond for travelers with disabilities. Explore this list to find out more.
Walking Tour with Architect Jeff Shelton
While there’s nothing cookie cutter about Santa Barbara’s design, it is very cohesive and steeped in tradition. Enter Jeff Shelton, the visionary local architect who turned tradition on its head when he began to introduce an imaginative, modernized interpretation of Santa Barbara’s Spanish Colonial Revival look.
Santa Barbara Hotels Offering One-of-a-Kind Amenities
With distinctive amenities and exclusive perks, these hotels set a new standard for originality.
Coast Village Road
Where luxury meets leisure, Montecito is one of Santa Barbara’s most cherished communities.
Sail Away on These Santa Barbara Cruises & Boat Tours
From top-rated whale-watching tours to day cruises to the Channel Islands, here are some local cruise- and boat-tour operators in Santa Barbara.
Santa Barbara Taco Trail
Stumbling upon restaurants and taquerias serving up mouth-watering tacos and authentic Mexican fare is dangerously easy to do here in The American Riviera®.
Explore ARTS District Santa Barbara
This dynamic neighborhood blends coastal charm with European heritage—and a dash of artistic flare.
Taco Tuesday Deals in Santa Barbara
In Santa Barbara, Tuesdays rival Fridays as the favorite day of the week, thanks to Taco Tuesday and the unbeatable deals at these local taquerias.
Ultimate Wedding Weekend in Santa Barbara
Multi-day destination weddings are only getting more popular, and Santa Barbara is a dream location. Use this guide to plan a wedding weekend in Santa Barbara.
Where to Eat on Coast Village Road
The sophisticated main drag of Montecito is home to many restaurants, from fast-casual, bright cafés to fine dining in opulent settings.
Women Winemakers in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara County proudly features one of the highest percentages of women winemakers in the world, with an impressive 10% per capita.
Unique Hotels in Santa Barbara
When visiting Santa Barbara, make your trip extra memorable by staying somewhere that’s just as unique as The American Riviera® itself.
Family-Friendly Outdoor Activities in Santa Barbara
Take the whole family on an outdoor-centric vacation of a lifetime.
Adventure Sports in Santa Barbara
Adventure seekers, whether you’re looking for the ultimate thrill, or an exciting way to have fun with the family, Santa Barbara has the perfect adventure for you.
Santa Barbara Fashion Brands You Need to Know
Explore the unique stories and styles that define the fashion landscape of The American Riviera®.
California Sea Life to Spot During Your Next Trip to Santa Barbara
Be sure to pack your binoculars during your next Santa Barbara vacation, because there is plenty of sea life to witness.
Festivals to Plan For
Mark your calendar. In Santa Barbara, there’s something to celebrate all year long.
Dreamy Bed-and-Breakfasts in Santa Barbara
From European-inspired rooms to beachfront villas, here are some of the dreamiest and most charming bed-and-breakfasts in Santa Barbara.
17 Santa Barbara Chefs You Need to Know
Foodies, this one’s for you. Discover Santa Barbara’s need-to-know chefs during your next vacation with the help of this guide.
Amazing Hotel Pools in Santa Barbara
From jaw-dropping views to next-level service, these pools have wow-factors that will make your cares drift gently away.
Redefining Luxury in Santa Barbara
Different tastes doesn’t mean you have to choose different destinations to get exactly what you want out of a vacation.
Unique Vacation Rentals in Santa Barbara
These one-of-a-kind vacation rentals boast the kind of charm that, simply put, can’t be found anywhere else.
Unlock the Unexpected in Santa Barbara
You don’t have to agree on everything, but making the most out of a Santa Barbara experience means agreeing to try anything once.
Santa Barbara Sound Bath Experiences
Immerse yourself in the transformative power of sound healing experiences across Santa Barbara. From seaside full moon yoga sessions to intimate sound baths in lush gardens, each of these offerings invite you to unwind and reconnect.
Ultimate Santa Barbara Wine Getaway
Escape to The American Riviera® to sip Santa Barbara’s finest vintages while enjoying the region’s most exceptional settings and superior personalized service.
Katy Perry's Must-Visit Places in Santa Barbara
From charming local eateries to revered community treasures, this “California Gurl” knows all the best spots in town.
4 Epic Surf Shops in Santa Barbara
Known for its epic surf breaks, The American Riviera® is home to several of the sport’s most accomplished athletes as well as some of the best surf shops in Southern California.
Exploring Orchids in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara’s mild climate makes it ideal for orchid farming. Uncover the city’s history with orchids, as well as information on local farms and the annual orchid show.
Find Your Zen in Santa Barbara's Great Outdoors
Reconnect with nature and find your inner peace in Santa Barbara through a variety of outdoor wellness experiences, each designed to nourish your mind, body and soul.
Guide to Nightlife in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, a city renowned for its stunning coastline and Spanish-style architecture, also boasts a vibrant and diverse nightlife that caters to every taste.
Historic Hotels in Santa Barbara
Unveil the captivating history of some of Santa Barbara’s most iconic and storied hotels, where the allure of this coastal city has beckoned travelers for generations.
Swoon-Worthy Locations to Watch a Santa Barbara Sunset
Santa Barbara is famous for its eye-catching, vibrant sunsets—especially during the fall—and these are the best spots to view them.
Santa Barbara Channel Whale Heritage Area
On Oct. 20, 2023, the Santa Barbara Channel officially became the Santa Barbara Channel Whale Heritage Area. This momentous occasion marks a commitment to responsible and sustainable cetacean (whale, dolphin and porpoise) watching, solidifying its place as one of only two such areas in the United States and the ninth worldwide.
10 Hotel Bars to Cheers to in Santa Barbara
This list of Santa Barbara hotel bars brings new life to the beloved bar crawl.
Top Mexican Restaurants in Santa Barbara
From mom-and-pop taco stands and authentic taquerias to chef-inspired eateries serving their twist on classic fare, here’s your guide to some of the best Mexican restaurants in The American Riviera®.
Unique Ways to Wine
Elevate your sniff, swirl and sip experience to a new standard of memorable, with these anything-but-ordinary ways to wine when you’re on The American Riviera®.
Luxury Travel Experiences in Santa Barbara
Prepare to be seduced by world-class wine tasting, private sea charters, immersive wellness activities, an eclectic, fine dining culinary scene—and so much more.
Must-Visit Museums & Attractions
Your essential guide to Santa Barbara’s top cultural attractions and iconic landmarks.
Free Things To Do in Santa Barbara
Put your wallet away and soak up all that Santa Barbara has to offer, free of charge.
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Visit Santa Barbara
There are seaside escapes. Then there’s a gentle crescent of California coast connecting breathtaking beaches, soaring mountains, verdant vineyards, elevated enclaves and eclectic communities.