Santa Barbara Travel Guide
Santa Barbara, CA. is an international premier vacation destination nestled on the California coast between the clear blue shores of the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains, just 90 minutes north of Los Angeles. Truly a romantic getaway that is graced by sunny skies and a mild year-round climate, Santa Barbara has earned its reputation as the “American Riviera.”
Red tiled roofs, Spanish Colonial and Mission style architecture along with museums, old theatres, palms trees and a world class wine country make Santa Barbara worth the visit! Spend a day shopping on the famous State St. at one of a kind boutiques, lounging at the beach, wine tasting, or dining at world-class restaurants. But don't forget to visit Jamie Slone Wines, located at the Wine Collection of El Paseo in the Presidio Neighborhood of downtown Santa Barbara, for "An American Riviera Experience!”
Free Corkage Restaurants | Luxury Hotels | Transportation
No Corkage Fee at Santa Barbara's Best Restaurants!
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Boathouse
2981 Cliff Dr. Santa Barbara, CA 93109 | (805) 898-2628
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At the Boathouse they continue their commitment to serving fresh local product, and sourcing the finest seafood anywhere. -
Ca' Dario
37 East Victoria St. Santa Barbara, CA 93101 &
250 Storke Rd, Unit B Goleta, CA 93117 | (805) 884-9419
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Dario Furlatti's continuing success in this category is all the more impressive if you've ever sampled the fare of his competition. -
Belmond El Encanto – Dining on the Terrace
800 Alvarado Pl. Santa Barbara, CA 93103 | (805) 845-5800
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At the Belmond El Encanto you can dine in the ambient dining room or feast under the stars on the ocean-facing terrace. Either way, prepare yourself for superb gastronomy in one of the top restaurants in Southern California. -
Finch & Fork Restaurant at the Canary Hotel
31 West Carrillo Street, Santa Barbara CA, 93101 | (805) 884-0300
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Oh yeah, you're going to want to stick a fork in this. Led by Chef James Siao, Finch & Fork restaurant is Santa Barbara's epicurean gathering place. -
FisHouse
101 E Cabrillo Blvd. Santa Barbara, CA 93101 | (805) 966-2112
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Located on Santa Barbara's pristine waterfront, the Santa Barbara FisHouse offers some of the central coast's finest fresh seafood. -
Intermezzo
813 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 | 805 - 966 - 9463
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This iconic sister restaurant of the Wine Cask, has created an impressive and exciting new menu. Expect modern American cuisine with a Mediterranean twist. Nightly specials offered reflect seasonal farm fresh picks. -
jane Restaurant Santa Barbara
1311 State Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101 &
6940 Market Pl Dr, Goleta, CA 93117 | (805) 962-1311
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Jane is a family-owned and operated business named after the owner's grandmother, Jane. Upscale Californian fare for lunch & dinner. -
Louie's California Bistro
1404 De La Vina Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101 | (805) 805-963-7003
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Louie's California Bistro is a must when in Santa Barbara and wanting some great food in a friendly yet elegant atmosphere. -
Outpost at the Goodland
5650 Calle Real Goleta CA 93117 | (805) 964-1288
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Outpost captures the slow burn of a SoCal summer in every small plate and smartly mixed craft cocktail. -
Petit Valentien Restaurant
1114 State Street in La Arcada, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 | (805) 966-0222
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Undoubtedly one of the most charming eateries in our Eden by the Beach. The food is always well up to par and you can't beat the charming location. -
The Honor Bar
1255 Coast Village Road Santa Barbara, California 93108 | (805) 969-6964
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At Honor Bar in Montecito you'll find an exquisite wooden bar in the center, surrounded by cozy booths. Premium Sandwiches. Small Bites. Great Wine!
Featured Luxury Hotels
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Ritz-Carlton Bacara Santa Barbara
Nestled on the bluff and beaches of the Gaviota coast between the Pacific Ocean and Santa Ynez Mountains, Ritz-Carlton Bacara offers relaxed luxury and stunning natural beauty for an unforgettable getaway in Southern California. -
Canary Hotel
Surrounded by the splendor of red-tiled roofs, palm trees and hidden paseos brimming with boutiques and cafes, the Kimpton Canary is perfectly situated for the ultimate escape. -
Belmond El Encanto
Santa Barbara's only Forbes Five-Star resort is an enchanting hideaway for those who cherish privacy and serenity. True to its Californian roots, this luxury hotel combines glamour with laidback style. -
Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
Nestled within a rare coastal valley on 220-oak studded acres, the iconic Ojai Valley Inn & Spa offers an abundance of active and peaceful pleasures with a legendary golf course, 31,000 square foot Spa Village, Artist Cottage & Apothecary, with multiple p -
Hotel Californian
Featuring Spanish Colonial Revival architecture and modern Moorish themed interior décor from celebrity designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard, the Hotel Californian is the new center of the Santa Barbara waterfront. -
Four Seasons Biltmore
The "Best Luxury Hotel in Santa Barbara" is Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore, a five-star luxury resort located on Butterfly Beach in Montecito. -
Santa Barbara Inn
The views are the star at the Santa Barbara Inn with suites offering private balconies overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Stearns Wharf, the Channel Islands or the Santa Ynez Mountains. All have recently been dramatically updated and redesigned in an elegant -
San Ysidro Ranch
#1 Hotel in America - FORBES. Nestled in the lush, scenic foothills of Santa Barbara, CA lies San Ysidro Ranch, a luxury hotel and resort. The natural setting of ocean views, beautiful gardens.
Transportation and Parking
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CarFree Santa Barbara
Lots of people come to Santa Barbara and Travel CarFree. CarFree Santa Barbara is a resource to help guide you through your transport, via, train, trolly and other public transportation. -
Parking
See LIVE Parking Updates! Check on near by Garages to Jamie Slone Wines. Know if the near by lots are full or open for you to park in. Santa Barbara's Downtown Public Parking Lots offer convenient access to Downtown.