Mission Canyon

Santa Barbara

Photo by David Berman
Photo by David Berman

Popular places to visit

Santa Barbara Botanic Garden

Santa Barbara Botanic Garden

5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Botanic Garden
Santa Barbara Zoo

Santa Barbara Zoo

Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Zoo
Santa Barbara Harbor

Santa Barbara Harbor

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Harbor
Stearns Wharf

Stearns Wharf

4/5(31 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as cycling in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Stearns Wharf
Santa Barbara County Courthouse which includes a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

4.5/5(11 reviews)

See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.

Santa Barbara County Courthouse
Upper State Street

Upper State Street

4.5/5(32 reviews)

During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its cosy cafes.

Upper State Street

Things to do

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

RM118
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

RM292
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

RM118
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour
Santa Barbara Coastal Cruise

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

RM162
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

RM799
per traveller
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara
Come see Santa Barbara like you never have heard tales of death and bring the city's history back to life.

Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour

RM135
per adult
Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour
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Top hotels in Mission Canyon

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is RM497 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
RM497
RM567 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,865 reviews)
"Convenient location and we had a comfy stay. Room felt clean. Staff we encountered were also nice. We liked that breakfast was included."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

3 out of 5
3850 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is RM639 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
RM639
RM730 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,018 reviews)
"This is a great property with wonderful staff and two nice pools and hot tubs. The hot breakfast is one of the best ones we have had while traveling. Everyone is helpful and makes it an extra special stay. The area around the hotel is in the best part of Santa Barbara and has great shopping and restaurants ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,896 reviews)
"Easy check in, staff was friendly, room was great, goid breakfast, and nice location. I will definitely stay here next time."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

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Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is RM758 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
RM758
RM894 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,015 reviews)
"Conveniently located"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is RM1,071 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
RM1,071
RM1,392 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 6 outdoor pickleball courts. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (105 reviews)
"Clean rooms. Walking distance to shops and so close to beach! Perfect getaway!"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 out of 5
4558 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA
The price is RM568 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
RM568
RM654 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,255 reviews)
"Great hotel jacuzzi was nice and hot"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Mission Canyon

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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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Oak Park

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

While Oak Park isn't home to many top sights, Mission Santa Barbara and Arlington Theater are some notable places to visit nearby.

Oak Park
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Laguna

Laguna might not have many top sights, but Santa Barbara Historical Museum and Santa Barbara County Courthouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Laguna
Santa Barbara which includes 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 County Courthouse might round out your trip.

Downtown Santa Barbara
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Westside

While Westside isn't home to many top sights, Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Westside
Santa Barbara which includes a coastal town

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Granada Theatre might round out your trip.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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