East Beach, Santa Barbara

Name: East Beach
Address: Santa Barbara, United States

#16 among attractions in Santa Barbara

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East Beach located in Santa Barbara, California, United States, is often the first beach seen upon entering the city limits. East Beach is separated from West Beach by Stearn's Wharf, and is proximal to downtown Santa Barbara. East Beach is the primary beach for tourists, as some of the major Santa Barbara hotels face this beach. Cabrillo Bathhouse and Gym are also located on East Beach. ()

Elevation: 0 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 34°24'51"N, 119°40'55"W

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East Beach – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Maritime Museum, Santa Barbara Historical Museum, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, Santa Barbara Zoo.

1 miSW
Museum, Children's museum, Specialty museum
Maritime Museum, Santa Barbara
26 min walk • Nestled along the picturesque waterfront of Santa Barbara, the Maritime Museum is a treasure trove for those captivated by the allure of the sea and its history. This museum in Santa Barbara, California, offers a deep dive into the maritime heritage of the region...
1 miNW
Museum, History museum
Santa Barbara Historical Museum, Santa Barbara
26 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara, the Santa Barbara Historical Museum stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of history that has shaped this picturesque coastal city. Located in the city’s historic district, this museum is a treasure trove for those eager...
~1830 ftSW
Aquarium, Natural history museum, Zoo
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, Santa Barbara
9 min walk • Nestled on the picturesque shores of Santa Barbara, the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center offers an immersive experience into the wonders of ocean life. This interactive museum invites visitors to explore the rich marine ecosystem of the Santa Barbara...
1 miE
Compact zoo with hundreds of animals
Santa Barbara Zoo, Santa Barbara
27 min walk • The Santa Barbara Zoo is located on 30 acres near the ocean in Santa Barbara, California. It was built on the site of what was known as the Child Estate. The zoo has been ranked numerous times as one of the nation's best small zoos.
1 miW
Museum, Art museum
Museum of Contemporary Art, Santa Barbara
27 min walk • The Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara, a contemporary art museum, is at Santa Barbara, United States. As a non-profit and non-collecting organization, the MCASB aims at displaying, expressing, discovering, and exploring the potential of the art and design in this era.
1.1 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Paseo Nuevo Mall, Santa Barbara
28 min walk • Paseo Nuevo is an 458,000-square-foot open-air shopping center in downtown Santa Barbara, California.
~1840 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum
Santa Barbara Surfing Museum, Santa Barbara
9 min walk • Santa Barbara Surfing Museum was a museum to the sport of surfing at 16 1/2 Herlena Avenue in Santa Barbara, California. It was established by Jim O'Mahoney and opened in 1992.
~1970 ftSW
Piers and boardwalks, Beach
Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara
10 min walk • Stearns Wharf is a pier at the cross section of the end of State Street and Cabrillo, in the harbor in Santa Barbara, California, United States. When completed In 1872, it became the longest deep-water pier between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Named for its builder, local lumberman John P.
0.9 miW
Music venue, Nightlife, Spanish colonial revival architecture
Arlington Theatre, Santa Barbara
23 min walk • The Arlington Theatre is the largest movie theater and principal performing arts venue in Santa Barbara, California, United States. In addition to regular screenings and artists, it is home to many events associated with the annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival.
0.7 miSW
34°24'30"N • 119°41'31"W
Condor Express Whale Watching, Santa Barbara
18 min walk • Dolphin and whale watching, Boat tours, Outdoor activities
0.7 miW
Tree
Moreton Bay Fig Tree, Santa Barbara
18 min walk • Santa Barbara's Moreton Bay Fig Tree located in Santa Barbara, California is believed to be the largest Ficus macrophylla in the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to East Beach?

Nearby attractions include Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, Santa Barbara (9 min walk), Santa Barbara Surfing Museum, Santa Barbara (9 min walk), Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara (10 min walk), West Beach, Santa Barbara (11 min walk).

How to get to East Beach by public transport?

The nearest stations to East Beach:

Bus

Milpas & Carpinteria • Lines: 2 (14 min walk)
Voluntario & Indio Muerto • Lines: 2 (18 min walk)

Train

Santa Barbara (16 min walk)
Zoo Train (26 min walk)