East Beach, Santa Barbara: Photos, Reviews & Location

At a glance

#15 of 52 Tourist attractions in Santa Barbara #3 of 4 Public beaches in Santa Barbara

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.70

4.3 km from the center of Santa Barbara

Rating breakdown

5 ★76%
4 ★18%
3 ★3%
2 ★1%
1 ★2%

Santa Barbara, CA 93103

santabarbaraca.gov

Quick facts

What is the rating of East Beach?: East Beach is rated 4.7 out of 5 based on 209 reviews.
How does East Beach rank in Santa Barbara?: East Beach is #15 of 52 Tourist attractions in Santa Barbara by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is East Beach located?: Santa Barbara, CA 93103 — 4.3 km from the center of Santa Barbara.
How can I contact East Beach?: Website: santabarbaraca.gov

Reviews (8)

Larry Ramos 2024 Jun 15

What beautiful beach. Not crowded. Great views. Love the beach smell.

carine 2024 Jan 25

Public beach. Really beautiful with a large grass area. Bike and walking lanes. and high palm trees. A must see. An 1:45 hours drive away from Los Angeles using the coast highway (around 100 miles drive). Some area accept dogs you must check ahead.

Jesse Vedad Haghi 2023 Dec 26

Beautiful beach with a long walkway, children’s playground and restaurant. Great for families or couples.

todd blondis 2023 Sep 19

Nice beach with scenic views. The sand has lots of tar and sticks to your feet. Will ruin your walk on the beach. I experienced the same thing at the beach by the Goleta pier. It won't wipe off and requires a heavy scrubbing, so it will be with you all day. I'm sure that if you're in the water you're getting it all over your body. It's a shame that the local beaches are so dirty.

Silvie Park 2023 Jul 06

One of my favorite beaches. When we were here it was nice and foggy in the morning but not windy or cold. By afternoon the fog burns off and it's a whole new beach! Filled with sunshine and a royal blue sea.

Reda Haddou 2023 Mar 22

A charming seaside getaway in Santa Barbara

As someone who loves to travel, Santa Barbara was a must-visit destination on my list. And it didn't disappoint! This place offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural attractions, and coastal charm.

One of the highlights of Santa Barbara is its stunning coastline, which is perfect for swimming, surfing, and sunbathing. The beaches are clean, and the water is crystal clear. I also enjoyed exploring the nearby mountains and hiking trails, which offered breathtaking views of the ocean and the city.

In terms of culture, Santa Barbara has a lot to offer. The city is home to many museums, art galleries, and historic landmarks, such as the Santa Barbara Mission. I highly recommend taking a walking tour of downtown Santa Barbara to explore its architecture, shops, and restaurants.

While I had a great time in Santa Barbara, there were a few things that could be improved. For example, the traffic can be quite heavy during peak hours, which can make it challenging to get around the city. Additionally, some of the restaurants and shops can be a bit expensive, which may not be suitable for travelers on a budget.

To improve the experience, the city could invest more in public transportation and affordable dining options. Nevertheless, the unique features of Santa Barbara make it a must-visit destination for anyone who loves coastal towns, rich culture, and scenic beauty.

Overall, I highly recommend Santa Barbara as a charming seaside getaway for anyone looking for a unique and authentic experience. I would definitely come back to this place, and I encourage others to add it to their travel bucket list.

Kidilan Traveler 2022 Sep 25

I love this place. Very nice and calm beach. Even kids can swim here. Very small tides. Stunning view. The pier and harbour is amazing. We can rent different types of water activities like kayaking, whale watches, snorkeling etc. Good restaurants are available and restaurants are famous for sea food Sea Urchins and Box Crabs.A good place for a nice one day weekend.

Joaquim Braz 2022 May 29

Santa Barbara Beach is a gorgeous city at the middle coast of the state of California, a typical place to go during the holidays at the summer season.
At the spring and summer this city is full of people, and their streets near to the beach is also very full of cars, with trafic jams.
The city is full of options to stay as, for example, hotels, camping, lodges etc.
It is a good option visit this place, and for sure i recomend it.