Montecito Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Butterfly Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Miramar Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Miramar Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Westmont College
Explore the campus of Westmont College as part of your travels around Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in the area.
Lotusland
Explore the great outdoors at Lotusland, a lovely green space in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Montecito Village Shopping Center
You can do some window-shopping at Montecito Village Shopping Center during your stay in Santa Barbara. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Casa Del Herrero
Learn about the local history of Santa Barbara when you take a trip to Casa Del Herrero. Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the cycling trails.
Activities
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
Our pick of the best Montecito Hotel Deals
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Ok
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Excellent service pet friendly the room is very clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara
Great place to stay and will definitely stay again next time. Updates to rooms/hotel are excellent. Easy to get around downtown from hotel.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Enjoyed the amenities
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Inn By The Harbor
Great location and staff
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
Everything good
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Montecito
Hedgerow
While Hedgerow isn't home to many top sights, Miramar Beach and Casa Del Herrero are some notable places to visit nearby.
Eastside
While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
East Beach
East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.
Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
Waterfront
If you're spending some time in Waterfront, East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor are top sights worth seeing.
The Funk Zone
Travellers come to The Funk Zone for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry while you're in town.
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