Just a quick 1.5-hour drive from LA, Santa Barbara is the dreamy coastal escape you didn’t know you needed. Whether you're planning a family getaway or a girls trip, this hidden gem has something for everyone. Tap in for a local’s guide to the best t...
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What to do
You can’t come to Santa Barbara without trying our locally grown wine. I highly recommend a tasting here at Jaffurs 🍷
Jaffurs Wine Cellars
If you can get out on the water! We have an amazing array of wildlife here. Our whale tours are fun to spend the afternoon
Whale and Wildlife Yacht Cruise in Santa Barbara Santa Barbara – Booking.com
Wine tours are a wonderful way to do several tastings without having to have someone DD 🫶🏾
Small-Group Wine Tour to Private Locations in Santa Barbara Santa Barbara – Booking.com
So fun with friends! Bring your own food onboard 🫶🏾
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara Santa Barbara – Booking.com
So dreamy and a must visit in SB
Lotusland
Early morning or afternoon hike that is well worth the journey. About 3.5 miles total this hike leads to several pools that range in temperature
Montecito Hot Springs in Los Padres National Forest
Head into Los Padres forest for some great camp sites near the river. My family always picks the ones closer to white rock
Whiterock Day Use Picnic Area
Hotel
If you’re looking for an experience ✨ this is your hotel! Luxury to the max with an amazing spa
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Great beachside hotel! 👌🏽
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara - Booking.com
Location location location! This hotel gives you walking distance to everything! It’s in downtown Santa Barbara near shopping and restaurants
Hotel Santa Barbara
Restaurants
Trust me you’ll want to stop here! It’s the best taco spot in town!
Lilly's Tacos
If you’re looking for a fun outing with good food I have to recommend a drive out to Creekside tavern. My go-to is the Tri-Tip Sandwhich 🤤
Cold Spring Tavern
Oh the burritos! 🌯 highly recommend both the breakfast and lunch burritos 🙌🏽 grab a burrito and go down to the beach and eat it Santa Barbara style 👌🏽
Lito's Take Out
Grab a sandwich a Tino’s, it’s a local spot . Perfect to take to the beach or any outdoor adventure
Tino's Italian Grocery
Cajun food. Family fav
The Palace Grill
Best beaches
Great beach in Carpinteria slightly more secluded
Loon Point Beach
My fav beach in the area
Rincon Beach Park | Santa Barbara County, CA - Official Website
Great spot for camping and a family beach day
Carpinteria State Beach - California State Parks - CA.gov
