Riviera Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Santa Barbara Zoo

5/5(2 reviews)

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
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Santa Barbara Harbor

4.5/5(4 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
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Stearns Wharf

4.5/5(11 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
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Santa Barbara County Courthouse

5/5(1 review)

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
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Upper State Street

4.5/5(10 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 top-notch restaurants.

Upper State Street
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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.

Butterfly Beach

Activities

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Santa Ynez Valley: Adventure Park Course

NZ$134
Per adult
Santa Ynez Valley: Adventure Park Course
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Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

NZ$112
Per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
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Parasail up to 1,000 ft Above the Santa Barbara Coast

NZ$226
Per adult
Parasail up to 1,000 ft Above the Santa Barbara Coast
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Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

NZ$57
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
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Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

NZ$74
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
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Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour

NZ$49
Per adult
Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour
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Our pick of the best Riviera Hotel Deals

Sandpiper Lodge
Sandpiper Lodge
2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$196 per night from 29 Sep to 30 Sep
NZ$196
per night
29 Sep - 30 Sep
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. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,068 reviews)
"It has a reasonable price and a great location."

Reviewed on 24 Sep. 2024

Sandpiper Lodge
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
5 out of 5
800 Alvarado Place, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$1,520 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
NZ$1,520
per night
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (496 reviews)
"As always, this place is super nice, very attentive staff and very relaxing. Breakfast with a great view of Santa Barbara harbor and channel islands is a great experience. The restaurant has excellent food but I can't say the pricing is justified, normal high end hotel pricing I guess. A couple minor ..."

Reviewed on 6 Sep. 2024

El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$433 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
NZ$433
per night
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,174 reviews)
Great location in sunny Santa Barbara
"Lovely stay in Santa Barbara. Great location nice big rooms but a small and dated bathroom. If you get one of the family suites / the bunk beds are enormous and comfy and the added benefit of having a mini terrace on the top floor. The swimming pool is small but fine for a dip and has a a jacuzzi. ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sep. 2024

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
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 NZ$249 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
NZ$249
per night
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Book a stay at this 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! (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent helpful staff and convenient location. Beautiful pool and hottub."

Reviewed on 25 Sep. 2024

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
The price is NZ$253 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
NZ$253
per night
1 Oct - 2 Oct
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! (1,375 reviews)
"It was close to the airport, and walkable to the beach and restuarants."

Reviewed on 24 Sep. 2024

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 NZ$363 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
NZ$363
per night
27 Oct - 28 Oct
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"The property is clean and the staff are friendly. I didn't like the 10 dollars charge for daily parking. The breakfast was good."

Reviewed on 18 Sep. 2024

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
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Other neighbourhoods around Riviera

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Upper Riviera

While there might not be top attractions in Upper Riviera, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Santa Barbara Bowl and Mission Santa Barbara.

Upper Riviera
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Laguna

If you're spending some time in Laguna, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Rafael Gonzalez House are top sights worth seeing.

Laguna
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Upper East

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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Eastside

While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and Cabrillo Pavillion are some notable places to visit nearby.

Eastside
Santa Barbara featuring 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 Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.

Downtown Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara featuring 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 Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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