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The Top 20 Attractions around Montecito

There are plenty of places to see and visit around Montecito. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Montecito is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 11, 2025

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

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One of the most beautiful government buildings in the United States, the Santa Barbara County Courthouse is a working courthouse. We are encouraged to explore what the grounds have in …

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State Street

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Great street with lots of little highlights

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Stearns Wharf

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Pier completed in 1872. Named after its builder. There are stalls selling souvenirs, decorations and food on the pier

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Carpinteria Bluffs Nature Preserve

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The Carpinteria Bluffs are now preserved as open space. The trail down to the bluffs leads through quiet, open meadows and a long row of stately eucalyptus trees. An easy …

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Chase Palm Park Skatepark

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Here young and old practice on skateboards. Right on the beach. Definitely drop by

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Santa Barbara Yacht Harbor - Los Baños del Mar

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Santa Barbara Harbor with many small boats & yachts. There is also a swimming pool next door. ☀️

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Santa Barbara Pier

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From the beach the wooden pier extends far out into the harbor, today used mostly by restaurants and tourist stores

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Maritime Museum - Santa Barbara Harbor

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$8, 10 am – 5 pm every day except Saturdays 9 am – 3 pm, Closed Wednesdays
(Also closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and the 1st Friday in August for Fiesta)
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Obern Trail - Cieneguitas Creek section

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Eastern start of the awesome paved dedicated Obern Bike Trail starts from Modoc Road, and runs car-free along the Cieneguitas Creek drainage, seasonally dry. After a short interlude on …

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Montecito Hot Springs

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At the top of the Montecito foothills sits Montecito Hot Springs, a natural hot springs with 5 pools ranging from very hot to more manageable. To be more comfortable in …

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Downtown Carpinteria

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The center of town has a lot of cafes and breweries, and many of the streets have designated bike lanes. Carpinteria is a surfing destination, and the town's record shops and bistros complement its seaside aesthetic.

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The Top 20 Attractions around Montecito

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

State Street

Stearns Wharf

Carpinteria Bluffs Nature Preserve

Chase Palm Park Skatepark

Santa Barbara Yacht Harbor - Los Baños del Mar

Santa Barbara Pier

Maritime Museum - Santa Barbara Harbor

Obern Trail - Cieneguitas Creek section

Montecito Hot Springs

Downtown Carpinteria

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