Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara County, CA

Places to go in Santa Barbara

79 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

Elings Park

Outdoors

Elings Park

Suburban spot with baseball fields, BMX raceway & hang gliding hills, plus picnic & event space.

1298 Las Positas Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA

Elsies Tavern

Nightlife

Elsies Tavern

117 W De La Guerra St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

EOS Lounge

Nightlife

EOS Lounge

Colorfully lit club offers DJs, lounge & dance areas, a patio & private booths with bottle service.

500 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Evolutions Medical & Day Spa

Wellness

Evolutions Medical & Day Spa

350 Chapala St Ste 103, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Finch & Fork

Food & Drink

Finch & Fork

Stylish, unassuming spot offering New American dishes made with local ingredients.

31 W Carrillo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Finney's Crafthouse

Food & Drink

Finney's Crafthouse

Brick-lined gastropub with a copper bar featuring unique eats, local beer on tap & craft cocktails.

35 State St a, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Franceschi Park

Outdoors

Franceschi Park

1510 Franceschi Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, USA

Glen Annie Golf Club

Sports & Recreation

Glen Annie Golf Club

405 Glen Annie Rd, Goleta, CA 93117, USA

Handlebar Coffee Roasters

Food & Drink

Handlebar Coffee Roasters

Cozy, bicycle-themed coffee shop brewing its own roasted beans & selling related merchandise.

128 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Handlebar Coffee Roasters

Food & Drink

Handlebar Coffee Roasters

2720 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Wellness

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Upscale seafront lodging offering polished rooms, grill-style dining & 3 tennis courts, plus a spa.

633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, USA

Hot Springs Canyon Trailhead

Outdoors

Hot Springs Canyon Trailhead

1202-1298 E Mountain Dr, Montecito, CA 93108, USA

Hotel Californian

Wellness

Hotel Californian

High-end hotel with Moroccan-style rooms, some with ocean views, plus a posh spa & trendy dining.

36 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Inspiration Point Trailhead

Outdoors

Inspiration Point Trailhead

Spyglass Ridge Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA

Kids World

Family

Kids World

1400 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Lizards Mouth Rock

Sports & Recreation

Lizards Mouth Rock

Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA

Lobero Theatre

Arts & Culture

Lobero Theatre

California's oldest, continuously-operating theater hosting live concerts, musicians & stage shows.

33 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

LOKUM

Food & Drink

LOKUM

1019 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Loquita Santa Barbara

Food & Drink

Loquita Santa Barbara

Farm–fresh Spanish tapas & craft cocktails are served at this busy haunt with a cozy vibe & a patio.

202 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Lure Fish House

Food & Drink

Lure Fish House

Locally sourced seafood, wine & beer in an upmarket space with an oyster bar & a nautical theme.

3815 State St Suite G131, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

Arts & Culture

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

Contemporary museum devoted to science, technology & the arts, with a focus on interactive exhibits.

125 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Opal restaurant and bar

Food & Drink

Opal restaurant and bar

Go-to for globally influenced Californian fare & specialty drinks with bustling street views.

1325 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Paloma

Nightlife

Paloma

Easygoing option offering local fare with a Mexican twist, plus unique cocktails & outdoor seating.

702 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Pier Santa Barbara

Family

Pier Santa Barbara

144-152 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA