Guidebook for Santa Barbara
Drinks & Nightlife
Old Town Tavern
261 Orange AveHas pool tables and karaoke
Mercury Lounge
5871 Hollister AveVery low key, chill atmosphere bar
Country night on wednesday's and walking distance to my house. Also has really good pizza!
13 locals recommend
The Creekside Restaurant & Bar
4444 Hollister AveCountry night on wednesday's and walking distance to my house. Also has really good pizza!
Everything Else
Shopping mall in the heart of downtown. Lots of shops and restaurants in the outdoor mall and along that area of State Steet
112 locals recommend
Paseo Nuevo
651 Paseo NuevoShopping mall in the heart of downtown. Lots of shops and restaurants in the outdoor mall and along that area of State Steet
Shopping center very close to the house. Grocery store, pharmacy, nail salon, coffee, and other shops
Turnpike Shopping Center
161 South Turnpike RoadShopping center very close to the house. Grocery store, pharmacy, nail salon, coffee, and other shops
This area is called the "Funk Zone". This block is packed with wine tasting rooms and a few places for food
13 locals recommend
Kunin Wines Tasting Room
831 E Yanonali StThis area is called the "Funk Zone". This block is packed with wine tasting rooms and a few places for food
If you're staying to visit your kids at UCSB or wanting to check it out as a potential school
52 locals recommend
University of California, Santa Barbara
If you're staying to visit your kids at UCSB or wanting to check it out as a potential school
Beach that is walking distance from house. It's an enjoyable 1.5 miles half of which is through a meadow
17 locals recommend
More Mesa Beach
Beach that is walking distance from house. It's an enjoyable 1.5 miles half of which is through a meadow
CVS
2973 State StPharmacy close to the house
Hidden Oaks Golf Course
4760 Calle CamaradaFun little par 9 golf course near the house
Really great hiking trail, easy to access. Lots of different types of terrains and beautiful lookout over Santa Barbara
15 locals recommend
Jesusita Trail
Jesusita TrailReally great hiking trail, easy to access. Lots of different types of terrains and beautiful lookout over Santa Barbara
Great hiking trail. On a clear day you are able to see out to the Channel Islands, down to Ventura, and up the coast past Goleta!
Cathedral Peak Trail
Great hiking trail. On a clear day you are able to see out to the Channel Islands, down to Ventura, and up the coast past Goleta!
Good hike for beginners and only a few minutes drive from the house. You start at "Tucker's Grove Park".
San Antonio Creek Trail
Good hike for beginners and only a few minutes drive from the house. You start at "Tucker's Grove Park".
Great place to rent SUPs, Kayaks, and other gear. It's definitely a fun thing to do if you're looking for outdoor activities!
33 locals recommend
Paddle Sports Center
117 Harbor WayGreat place to rent SUPs, Kayaks, and other gear. It's definitely a fun thing to do if you're looking for outdoor activities!
Campus Point Beach
Lagoon RoadFun surf spot out at the University
Entertainment & Activities
Santa Barbara Zoo
500 Ninos DrFun for kids or sightseeing
Food Scene
Brophy Bros.
119 Harbor WayAmazing food at an awesome location in the harbor
Java Station
4447 Hollister AveAmazing coffee walking distance from the house
Cody's Cafe
4898 Hollister AveGreat breakfast spot close to the house
Rusty's Pizza Parlor
Encina LaneMy favorite delivery pizza
Amazing pizza that they prep for you and you take it back to the house and bake it there. (and I have tons of coupons which you can have)
Valentino's Take 'n Bake Pizza
4421 Hollister AveAmazing pizza that they prep for you and you take it back to the house and bake it there. (and I have tons of coupons which you can have)
Great restaurant that is right at the beach. They have a great "Happy Hour" with well priced food and drinks, as well as a fantastic brunch.
223 locals recommend
Boathouse at Hendry's Beach
2981 Cliff DrGreat restaurant that is right at the beach. They have a great "Happy Hour" with well priced food and drinks, as well as a fantastic brunch.
Sightseeing
Lots of restaurants and shops. Just an overall good place to see while in SB
48 locals recommend
Stearns Wharf
217 Stearns WharfLots of restaurants and shops. Just an overall good place to see while in SB
Essentials
Trader Joe's
3025 De La Vina StClose and easy Trader Joe's. Lot's of parking :)
Vons
163 S Turnpike RdGrocery Store close to the house