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Visit Santa Barbara

500 E. Montecito Street, 93103
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Santa Barbara, The American Riviera®, is a unique destination for meetings, conferences and special events. Attendees from around the world gather here for collaboration and inspiration in an environment full of natural beauty, history, culture and hospitality. Located 90 miles north of Los Angeles and 330 miles south of San Francisco, Santa Barbara is easily accessible from across California. The rest of the country can conveniently reach the destination on nonstop flights from 12 cities. Meeting attendees appreciate the year-round Mediterranean climate and the blend of big-city amenities in a small-town environment, making Santa Barbara an unforgettable meeting destination. Meetings with a Sense of Place Your agenda is limited only by your imagination when meeting in Santa Barbara. The destination is replete with meeting locations to suit any theme or event. Wineries, beaches, polo fields, historic and cultural sites like the Presidio or Casa Covarrubias, and museums celebrating art, history, sea life and science are just some of the experiences uniquely available in Santa Barbara. At Visit Santa Barbara, meetings are personal, and the team of tenured experts provide a competitive advantage with their destination knowledge, quality of site inspections and ability to connect planners to their ideal hotels and experiences. For more information, visit www.meetinsb.com

Venue Details

Hotels145
Convention center-
Guest Rooms5,500
Guest rooms at 1 hotel360
Special event venues75
Average room rate$200.00
Occupancy rate76%
Restaurants450
Daily food cost-
Tax rate12%
Venue typeCVB
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Getting Here

Santa Barbara is easily accessible from fourteen non-stop cities to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA). The airport is located just 10 miles from downtown offering a flyer-friendly experience with ease of access from terminal to gate. Direct flight service provided by; Alaska, American, Delta, United, and Southwest. Los Angeles International Airport is located 90 miles southeast of Santa Barbara. Offering 645 daily departures to 162 destinations, the airport offers flights on virtually every major carrier. Hollywood Burbank Airport is located about 85 miles southeast of Santa Barbara and serves 34 domestic destinations on ten major carriers. The Santa Barbara Amtrak station is serviced by the Pacific Surfliner route, which provides daily service from San Luis Obispo to San Diego, as well as the Coast Starlight route, which runs from Seattle to Los Angeles, passing through the San Francisco Bay Area, Santa Barbara and Sacramento.
Distance from Santa Barbara Airport airport 10 mi
Distance from Los Angeles International Airport airport 90 mi
Distance from Hollywood Burbank Airport airport 85 mi

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Group Friendly Dining
Group Friendly Dining
From taco trucks to Michelin-starred restaurants, you'll find a huge variety of dining options for your group events. The Santa Barbara dining scene is hyper local, no chain restaurants here. Add our award winning wines from over 300 local vineyards and enjoy an authentic Central Coast dining experience.
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The Waterfront
The Waterfront
Santa Barbara's beaches are wide, unspoiled, and safe. Many group hotels are within walking distance. Offering miles of groomed bike paths and greenbelt, and anchored by Stearns Wharf, the waterfront is home to boat and kayak rentals as well as a number of group friendly restaurants. Every Sunday visitors enjoy an all-day arts & crafts fair featuring local artists.
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The Funk Zone
The Funk Zone
This quirky neighborhood adjacent to the beach and downtown features boutique tasting rooms, cafes, galleries, and shops that cater to Santa Barbara’s contemporary side. Popular with groups for tasting tours, free time for shopping, and group-friendly dine around restaurants.
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Downtown Santa Barbara
Downtown Santa Barbara
The focal point of any trip to Santa Barbara is the downtown area, characterized by unique shopping, sidewalk dining, and distinctive architecture and easily explored on foot with 10 blocks of pedestrian promenade closed to vehicular traffic.
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Presidio District
Presidio District
Discover Santa Barbara’s unique and rich history in the Presidio Neighborhood. Located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, this vibrant, bustling district is home to historic sites, shopping, dining, and wine tasting rooms.
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Outdoor Recreation
Outdoor Recreation
Santa Barbara’s climate, which boasts over 300 days of sunshine every year, is a huge draw for those looking for some outdoor adventure year-round. Popular group activities include biking, watersports, beach yoga, horseback riding, jeep tours, and hiking.
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Wellness
Wellness
Santa Barbara is a wellness destination simply because of the stunning natural environment where one can take a walk in nature right from your hotel door. For more organized events, choose from sound baths, beach yoga, spa days at hotel wellness centers, organized bike or hiking tours, or a visit to our Himalayan Salt Cave.
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Arts & Culture
Arts & Culture
Museums, symphonies, opera, live performances of all kinds bring visitors from all over to Santa Barbara. Many performing arts venues are also available for private events.
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Montecito
Montecito
No other town does luxury or exudes an effortlessly chic vibe like Montecito. Shop the exclusive boutiques of Coast Village Road or dine in one of many buzzy restaurants in this celebrity enclave.
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Goleta
Goleta
Goleta is home to Santa Barbara Airport, terrific group golf courses like Sandpiper and Glen Annie, the University of California, and a number of welcoming group hotels. If you’re looking for an authentic, locals-only experience in Santa Barbara County a trip to Goleta, known as “The Good Land”, is in order.
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Summerland
Summerland
Home to art galleries, distinctive home decor shops, wineries, bookstores, and a beautiful stretch of beach, Summerland is an ideal destination for group tours or free time excursions only minutes south of Santa Barbara.
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Wise Guys Events
Wise Guys Events
Austin, multi-city
Team Building Specialists & Game Designers Without Peer We specialize in live, interactive, team building games, along the lines of the challenges on SURVIVOR. In fact, we really design challenges for Survivor! Mostly, though, we create high-end, innovative experiences for companies including Google, Apple, Disney, Nike, Toyota, and many more. They love working with us because their people end up having so much fun, they don’t notice that they’re actually accomplishing something. Team building is our specialty, and our peerless programs of “intelligent fun” benefit your company by strengthening and engaging your whole team.
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Culver City Event Center and Playa Banquet Hall
Culver City Event Center and Playa Banquet Hall
Beverly Hills, multi-city
Todd Elliot Entertainment provides top quality professional wedding, event, and party venues and banquet halls. We cover all of Southern California providing onsite coordination and venue options We serve Los Angeles, San Diego, Orange County, Santa Barbara, Palm Springs, and any cities in between. Check out more information below! We have many different packages and prices available depending on your needs.
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TeamWorx
TeamWorx
Austin, multi-city
TeamWorx is based just outside silicon valley California and specializes in team building events for tech companies and tech employees, engineering companies and engineers, and groups looking for robotic themed events. Our signature Robot Team Building events are Robot Build and Battle 1, Robot Build and Battle 2, and our newest addition, Robot Racing! We deliver events for large groups anywhere in the United States: Robot Build and Battle 1 up to 300 people, Robot Build and Battle 2 up to 500 people, Robot Racing up to 200 people, and combine 1 & 2 for up to 800 people!
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Bikes and Hikes LA Tours
Bikes and Hikes LA Tours
Beverly Hills, multi-city
WELCOME TO BIKES AND HIKES LA TOURS & THE LUXURY PICNIC CO. Since 2010, Bikes and Hikes LA Tours has been your gateway to exploring the wonders of Southern California—up close, personal, and in a sustainable, health-conscious way. From the golden beaches of Santa Monica and the iconic Hollywood Hills to the serene desert vistas of Joshua Tree and the vibrant cityscape of San Diego, we offer guided biking and hiking tours as well as wellness-focused activities that showcase the region’s unparalleled beauty and culture. The Luxury Picnic Co. Is the We are the premier luxury picnic company servicing ALL of Southern California, dedicated to creating unforgettable glam outdoor experiences for groups of 2 to 200 people. Whether it’s a beachside setting, a scenic park, your own backyard, or any venue of your choice, our team will bring the perfect picnic setup to you. As a leading luxury picnic company, we specialize in crafting custom picnics for all occasions, from large corporate events to intimate small gatherings. OUR MOTTO: EXPERIENCE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA – DON’T JUST DRIVE PAST IT! Feel the difference when you swap the car for an adventure. Bikes and Hikes LA Tours specializes in outdoor experiences for all ages—from 6 to 96! As the region’s top provider of eco-friendly tours, we offer daily public adventures, customized private tours, and a variety of group and corporate options year-round—365 days a year. Whether you’re planning a fun-filled family vacation, an intimate private tour, a memorable corporate team-building event, or simply looking for the best way to immerse yourself in Southern California’s iconic landscapes, we’re here to make it happen. TAILORED EXPERIENCES FOR EVERY GROUP We’re ready to craft the perfect adventure for you. Whether you have a specific destination in mind or need guidance on where to start, our expert team will ensure your journey is seamless and unforgettable. EXPERT GUIDES TO ELEVATE YOUR EXPERIENCE Our CPR and First Aid Certified guides bring the region to life with their deep knowledge, captivating storytelling, and fascinating anecdotes. Every step or pedal along the way is enriched with history, culture, and the hidden gems of Southern California. Check out our offerings or contact us directly to start planning your adventure. Let us help you explore, connect, and experience the beauty of SoCal like never before!
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Santa Barbara Food Tours
Santa Barbara Food Tours
Santa Barbara
Explore SB's vibrant Funk Zone on this guided tour. 2 high end wine tastings, 1 Beer Flight, Gin/Vodka Tasting, Family owned trendy sushi, taco, local fish and craft pizza stops! 1st Class Tour Scenic Photo ops with the legendary eatery owners and watering holes! The guests on our tours are treated to unique dishes and brews not available to others. Special gifts to "shop local" are given to each guest at the conclusion of the tour.
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JSH Music Productions, Inc.
JSH Music Productions, Inc.
Aspen, multi-city
full-service live music entertainment company; 11 different live bands in many styles and sizes; performing since 2007
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Lip Smacking Foodie Tours
Lip Smacking Foodie Tours
Alexandria, multi-city
Lip Smacking Foodie Tours hosts award-winning dining experiences for individuals and groups up to 500. Experience top restaurants with VIP seating, chef greetings, signature dishes and cocktails while attendees network and sit next to a different person at every stop. VIDEOS: https://linktr.ee/VegasFoodieTours https://www.lipsmackingfoodietours.com/news/blog/corporate-event-planning-how-to-host-the-ultimate-event-with-lip-smacking-foodie-tours Lip Smacking Foodie Tours are both an entertaining activity and unique dining experience melded into one, that are sure to add new vitality to meeting events, from conferences to team building.   All-Inclusive Group Dining When meeting planners book a corporate group event through Lip Smacking Foodie Tours, the entire group is assured a top-notch dining experience with three to four signature dishes at each restaurant. Our affordable tours are priced per person with tax and gratuities included. The only thing not included are drinks. However, a beverage package upgrade is available, which provides guests a signature cocktail at various stops.   Build Your Network Our exclusive experiences provide the ultimate networking opportunities. At a typical sit-down dinner, you’re lucky to engage the person to the left and right of you. Because our tours take place at multiple restaurants, with walking in between, there are countless opportunities to interact with different people when you sit down at each venue and as you traverse along the way. Our experiences not only provide more ways to network, but a more convivial way to do so.   Large Groups Welcome Lip Smacking Foodie Tours is ideal for groups, small or large. Our experiences can accommodate groups from as few as 1 to as many as 500 guests, making us an ideal choice for any corporate group event.   Stress-Free Booking Process Booking a tour is stress-free and allows you to enjoy the company of your guests more easily. You’ll take comfort knowing that everything is taken care of from the moment the tour is booked to the minute it concludes. Since the menu is already set, you have nothing to worry about. Just remember to submit ahead of the tour date any dietary restrictions and food allergies for anyone in your group.   Feel Like a VIP at Each Stop With Lip Smacking Foodie Tours, you and your group members never have to worry about waiting in line to get into a top restaurant or being shown to a less than desirable table. On our tours, everyone is treated like a VIP with immediate seating upon arrival. What’s more, your group may receive a special warm welcome personally from the restaurant chef. Menus can be printed featuring your logo, too, which can be an added bonus for all those Instagram moments you share. For added ease, we can even arrange transportation pick-up and drop-off, as well as an event photographer. And for groups that desire an extra luxe experience, we can also arrange for an evening helicopter ride over the glittering lights of The Strip.   A Memorable Experience for All Lip Smacking Foodie Tours offers a way to gather and dine that few have experienced, and all are sure to remember. Our one-of-a-kind tours are special, from the first stop to the last. It’s an experience that attendees will reminisce about long after they leave.   Location, Location, Location One of the best reasons to book is the convenient and efficient way the experience is designed. All restaurants are within an easy walking distance of each other. The short stroll allows your group members a chance to engage in prime networking opportunities before heading to the next place on your tour itinerary.   You Get a Dinner and a Show Our tours offer an exquisite feast plus entertainment. All tours include a knowledgeable, professional guide who leads the group on a walking tour, offering engaging tidbits and fascinating stories. Several other interactive experiences are included along the way exclusively to our tours, ensuring there is never a dull moment.   Different Types of Cuisine Our experiences offer the ability to enjoy several renowned restaurants in one convenient outing, including ones you and your guests might not have discovered otherwise on your own or at a typical corporate dinner. We offer a way to try some of the finest spots in the city and dive into various cuisines and dishes. All the pre-selected dishes are curated to our high standards to ensure they will delight any palate.   Tours Available from Day to Night With any corporate group experience, booking flexibility is key. Whether you desire a tour during business hours or early evening right after work, we can coordinate with you to provide options that fit your needs.   Go for as Long or as Short as You Like Along with flexible scheduling, Lip Smacking Foodie Tours also provides a range of tour durations. Our shortest tour is about 2.5 hours; our longest is about 5 hours, with optional add-ons and incentives. We can host a Lip Smacking Foodie Tour in Chicago: Video 1: https://youtube.com/shorts/wvDQm-sPdX8 Video 2: https://youtu.be/odOEFAvVOR0 When planning a corporate event that knocks it out of the park for important clients or prospective ones, there’s only one clear choice for delivering guaranteed success – award-winning Lip Smacking Foodie Tours. The originator of the high-end, high-touch, custom dining experience, it has grown into the go-to for discriminating business groups that want to provide clients with a polished and unforgettable epicurean experience with complete VIP service at the most distinguished restaurants. Since its founding a decade ago in Las Vegas, it has expanded its reach far and wide beyond the Entertainment Capital of The World to provide unique tours in a myriad of cities, including Seattle, Denver, Chicago, San Jose, Scottsdale, and Vancouver, BC. In fact, its seasoned hospitality professionals can design a tour tailored to any needs in any city. Lip Smacking Foodie Tours does all the work to set up everything in advance, so that you and your clients are not inconvenienced in any way, shape or form. We can secure the best tables in the house at even the most in-demand restaurants that turn most others away. You don't even have to worry about transportation. We take care of it all with full transparency, as the price you see is all-inclusive with gratuities. There’s a reason why we’ve grown into the brand trusted by corporate groups, and why our tours have been highlighted in the Chicago Tribune, USA Today, Los Angeles Times, Forbes, and New York Times. It’s because we don’t just meet expectations; we exceed them time and time again. We understand that your clients’ time is precious, that every moment counts and must be meaningful. We take your clients to not one, not two, but three renowned restaurants in one experience that flows effortlessly from one to the next. It’s a rare chance for them to get out of their hotels during their jam-packed schedule, to explore a vibrant part of the city they’re visiting, and to enjoy a dining experience bar none at the most in-demand restaurants. That's why our events always garner the highest attendance RSVPs. At each restaurant, they’ll be escorted immediately to the best tables in the house, where they will be served a wide array of curated signature dishes, including decadent desserts at the last venue. It’s a true abundant feast in every sense of the word, with clients assured to leave happy and full, and with the lasting memory of this fun and unique time. An optional beverage package also can be arranged so that clients are served a craft cocktail or premium wine at each stop with no wait. Any dietary allergies or restrictions can easily be accommodated, too. There are no interruptions by servers wanting to take your order, as the menu has already been curated to feature each restaurant’s most special dishes. Indeed, while most sit-down affairs are hampered by the fact that clients can converse only with those seated on either side of them, our experiences allow them greater flexibility to sit next to different people at each restaurant. It provides a more natural, free-flowing exchange between more people when they’re most at ease over fabulous food and drink. Clients can even strike up conversations naturally with one another as they stroll from one venue to the next. Consider it the ultimate organic networking experience. This is an elevated, white-glove experience like no other by a company that is the recognized leading specialist in providing distinctive culinary tours for groups of 10 to 250. While the experiences typically last from 2 ½ to 3 hours, their duration, as well as their start times, whether daytime or prime-time evening, can be tailored to your exact needs. Getting a group from one point to another can be a job in itself. That’s why we provide deluxe shuttle transportation to pick up your group to take them comfortably to the restaurants, and back. There are numerous opportunities for company or sponsorship branding. Moreover, our experiences are led by professional guides with a keen eye for detail who are accustomed to working with C-suite executives in all industries.
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Wash and Wik
Wash and Wik
Atlanta, multi-city
Wash and Wik is a soy wax candle company based in Orlando, FL, owned by husband-and-wife team Gary and Ariel. Gary and Ariel bring a wealth of industry expertise, having spent a combined 23 years with a major Marriott brand. Gary formally in both Sales and Meetings + Events before that, while Ariel served as Director of Beverage. Together, their deep insights and extensive experience make them true hospitality professionals. They specialize in premium soy wax candles, diffusers, room sprays, essential oils, and wax melts. Their products are available in boutiques across all 50 states, and they are also proud to be featured at a prominent location in Disney Springs. Each year, they produce around 50,000 units, with 85% of them being private-label or custom-branded for their partners. Ariel personally hand-blends every scent for their candles, diffusers, room sprays, and soaps, drawing on her expertise as a Certified Sommelier (yes, a professional "wine nerd") to create unique and captivating fragrances. She carefully selects and combines essential and fragrance oils from their trusted partners to ensure each scent is perfectly balanced. They would love to collaborate with you to create a personalized amenity gifting experience featuring their handcrafted products.
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Serafina SF
Serafina SF
San Francisco
Against all odds, we have opened up our newest restaurant, Serafina, This little gem of a restaurant, perched on top of Nob Hill, has truly been a labor of love, as we were set to open at the end of February, and then had to do so during the ensuing pandemic....We are so excited about Serafina, which has been a concept in the making for many years for us. Serafina was Maurizio’s grandmother, and the name of her eponymous restaurant in the heart of Trastevere (Rome), where Maurizio first began making pizzas at the age of 14. She was a tough woman and wonderful chef.. an inspiration for his love of cooking then, and inspiration of how he is determined to persevere despite the difficult circumstances of today. We hope to create a warm, elegant space where neighbors and friends can come together. We have an amazing team with our partner Giuseppe Terminiello, the co-owner of Piccolo Forno with us (we also own Ideale, in North Beach as well), and Umberto Cannarsa, an accomplished and incredibly talented chef from Rome, who had his own successful restaurants there.
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ADKT LA
ADKT LA
Los Angeles
Step into a hidden gem in West Hollywood where, for one night, guests are transported to Paris for dinner and a show
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Big City Amenities in a Small-Town Environment Santa Barbara sits between the Santa Ynez Mountain Range and the Pacific Ocean, with a walkable downtown and beaches only moments from most hotels. The compact footprint of the city enables convenient access to restaurants, shops, cultural attractions and transportation hubs with minimal travel time. Planners will find branded properties from Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Rosewood and Belmond along with unique independent properties. There is something to suit every event's needs and aesthetic, from luxury to glamping. Most hotels and resorts offer outdoor spaces that embrace the natural beauty of Santa Barbara and the year-round temperate climate. Locally based DMCs are also available to help with executing the perfect event. As a meeting destination, Santa Barbara distinguishes itself by being a welcome, walkable town that still offers the services, facilities and conveniences of a big city. Food, Wine, and the Great Outdoors As the home of Earth Day, Santa Barbara embraces the great outdoors through fresh local food, a robust wine culture and endless opportunities for adventure. Local chefs often source ingredients from near-daily farmers markets, a commitment to quality reflected in the city's 15 Michelin-recognized restaurants. This dedication to exceptional flavors extends from the plate to the glass, with an urban wine trail, bucolic vineyard estates, six distinct appellations and more than 50 wine varieties to explore. For those looking to experience Santa Barbara’s natural beauty, meeting attendees can choose from sailing regattas, horseback rides, kayaking, e-bike tours and whale watching, or choose to unwind with sound baths and beach yoga to foster connection and enhance meeting experiences.

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Visit Santa Barbara's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
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Does Visit Santa Barbara have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
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Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Visit Santa Barbara and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
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If applicable, could you please provide a link to Visit Santa Barbara's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
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Health and Safety

Were practices at Visit Santa Barbara developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
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