Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, CA
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Arlington Theater
Get tickets for a show at Arlington Theater, a storied theater in Santa Barbara. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its lively festivals.

Paseo Nuevo Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at Paseo Nuevo Mall during your trip to Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Granada Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Granada Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Lobero Theater
Get tickets for a show at Lobero Theater, a storied theater in Santa Barbara. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Santa Barbara Museum of Art
You can study the exhibits at Santa Barbara Museum of Art, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
La Arcada
You can search for that perfect souvenir at La Arcada during your visit to Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

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Historic Downtown Santa Barbara Hotel Deals

Hotel Santa Barbara
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025

The Upham Hotel
Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Reviewed on Sep 1, 2025

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

Haley Hotel
Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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 Historical Museum might round out your trip.

Laguna
Though Laguna might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Santa Barbara Historical Museum and Lobero Theater.

Lower State
While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Moreton Bay Fig Tree.

Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.

The Funk Zone
Travelers 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.

East Beach
East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.
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