Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Isla Vista December 2025 | Expedia.ca [Isla Vista Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Isla-Vista.dx6336711)[Hotels in Isla Vista](https://expedia.ca/Isla-Vista-Hotels.d6336711.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Isla Vista](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Isla-Vista.d6336711.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Isla Vista Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Isla-Vista.d6336711.Car-Rental-Guide)[Isla Vista Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Isla-Vista.d6336711.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Isla Vista, CA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Isla Vista Types of activities [Isla Vista travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Isla-Vista.dx6336711) ![Photo by Laurenaudreyco](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1cff8cca45fd7d004922042d93424df9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Laurenaudreyco](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1cff8cca45fd7d004922042d93424df9.jpg) ## Isla Vista Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Isla Vista has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Isla Vista is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Isla Vista to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Isla Vista Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Isla Vista. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Isla Vista attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Isla Vista ### Tours & day trips [See all 62 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Santa Barbara Trolley Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1247677/f40fd037-ab30-40b5-bf4c-f29e61420bbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara Trolley Tour 1h 30m 9/10 18 reviews CA $38 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-trolley-tour.a1247677.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50192752/42525e3f-eeaa-4123-9364-579955e1d2c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara 1h Free cancellation available CA $55 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-coastal-cruise.a50192752.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47868883/c6a28ada-d593-46d5-8ad3-850c0fab486b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour 6m Free cancellation available CA $94 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-beach-and-coastline-helicopter-tour.a47868883.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48117548/47650188-db2e-4c28-b56b-ad42c17837bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop 1h+ 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $79 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-chocolate-bar-and-art-box-making-workshop.a48117548.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48264763/5614fcf2-1edb-4ad3-ae9b-70ad6c92ba18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride 2h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $199 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-zipline-tour-with-4x4-humvee-ride.a48264763.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49965347/cc9b081e-041c-4ce1-b661-266bdf8cbc76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy 1h Free cancellation available CA $34 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/visit-the-rescued-cats-of-cat-therapy.a49965347.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47325646/36c7a695-f531-480a-8e02-d8c1b06dc76d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour 1h 2/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $44 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-ghosts-tour.a47325646.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Santa Ynez Wine Shuttle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1222210/c0cddf6f-824c-460c-b4b9-a04c1e770759.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Ynez Wine Shuttle 7h Free cancellation available CA $177 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-ynez-wine-country-shuttle.a1222210.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1386566/63dd7dfa-47f1-4b45-8dc0-fa5077a72f8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike 7h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $272 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-vineyard-to-table-taste-tour-by-e-bike.a1386566.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara City centre Self Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50713460/4eef612a-9bbc-4675-b3f6-66ebf2986d49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara City centre Self Guided Walking Tour 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $13 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-city-centre-self-guided-walking-tour.a50713460.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 25 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Santa Barbara City centre Self Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50713460/4eef612a-9bbc-4675-b3f6-66ebf2986d49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara City centre Self Guided Walking Tour 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $13 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-city-centre-self-guided-walking-tour.a50713460.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5290762/e67fda28-a952-460c-8068-3a682d1c29dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour 2h Free cancellation available CA $62 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-highlights-private-2-hour-driving-tour.a5290762.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara: Guided Tour on electric bikes (private)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47704336/7cee2cfb-8ba3-457a-ada3-c08f5c8273e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara: Guided Tour on electric bikes (private) 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $123 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-guided-tour-on-electric-bikes-private.a47704336.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Horseback Riding and Wine Tasting Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49977427/1a95d913-c7c8-4117-9f9f-55dd6cb54b19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Horseback Riding and Wine Tasting Tour 7h CA $698 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-ynez-valley-wine-country-tour.a49977427.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara Taco Tour on E-Bikes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49215938/36d7b149-99f5-4721-b7bd-7057087182ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara Taco Tour on E-Bikes 1h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $109 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-taco-tour-on-e-bikes.a49215938.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Private Harbour Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49917277/c9ff0945-8cde-4a69-9897-431c81af4648.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Harbour Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara 1h Free cancellation available CA $259 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-harbour-cruise-on-electric-boat-in-santa-barbara.a49917277.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![City centre Santa Barbara Helicopter Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48154191/36be4a1b-04a4-4546-930e-9b87f44c7374.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### City centre Santa Barbara Helicopter Tour 12m Free cancellation available CA $204 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/city-centre-santa-barbara-helicopter-tour.a48154191.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Private Walking Tour of El Pueblo Viejo in Santa Barbara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4276329/bdcda1f7-90fc-4c4c-be55-165fbf99bdbc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Walking Tour of El Pueblo Viejo in Santa Barbara 2h Free cancellation available CA $108 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-walking-tour-of-el-pueblo-viejo-in-santa-barbara.a4276329.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Private Helicopter Tour in Santa Barbara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47259056/b4cf4299-a8bc-43e4-8d76-5cc6b0095e8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Helicopter Tour in Santa Barbara 12m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $204 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-helicopter-tour-in-santa-barbara.a47259056.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara Electric Bike Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2262487/32db4713-ea1e-4673-99de-195ecaeb6588.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara Electric Bike Tour 2h 30m 10/10 10 reviews Free cancellation available CA $116 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-electric-bike-tour.a2262487.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 10 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbour (2 Hours)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1388685/129d1abc-bc29-4392-b4b7-8df40f60563f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbour (2 Hours) 2h 10/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available CA $81 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wildlife-kayak-tour-in-santa-barbara-harbour-2-hours.a1388685.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3462615/05d6c63a-2a51-4112-bbbd-8bc53230649b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental 1h 10/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available CA $35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/kayak-or-stand-up-paddle-board-rental.a3462615.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2172683/9f168dbc-959b-455d-a78b-5f59ebcc5b74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude 3h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $120 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/surf-experience-in-santa-barbara-full-surf-lesson-and-lifestyle-immersion.a2172683.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Gaviota Coast Kayak Tour Near Santa Barbara (3.5 Hours)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1389036/61cd789e-978b-4aba-a57e-88f7f6cd77a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gaviota Coast Kayak Tour Near Santa Barbara (3.5 Hours) 3h 30m Free cancellation available CA $167 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/coastline-kayak-tour-near-santa-barbara-with-knowledgeable-guide.a1389036.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Ventura: 1.5-Hour Private Beginner's Surf Lesson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4580534/4c438383-7625-4513-a76a-23aa486fc5f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ventura: 1.5-Hour Private Beginner's Surf Lesson 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $219 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ventura-1-5-hour-private-beginners-surf-lesson.a4580534.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/808848/c15d82d3-bda5-4e22-853d-fa0b682f7518.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Rental 1h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $68 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-kayak-or-stand-up-paddle-rental.a808848.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Private Surf Lesson with Instructor, Board, & Wetsuit](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2858165/a3240879-8d99-4cca-9bef-903e6ac76c88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Surf Lesson with Instructor, Board, & Wetsuit 1h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $205 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-two-person-surf-lesson-in-santa-barbara.a2858165.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ![Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson in Santa Barbara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/703326/6f87f86d-6ce4-40de-92db-acb6a535a778.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson in Santa Barbara 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $116 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/stand-up-paddleboard-lesson-in-santa-barbara.a703326.activity-details?&rid=6336711&location=Isla+Vista&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Isla Vista | Number of things to do | 73 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Santa Barbara City centre Self Guided Walking Tour](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-city-centre-self-guided-walking-tour.a50713460.activity-details): CA $14 | | Top 5 things to do | [Santa Barbara Trolley Tour](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-trolley-tour.a1247677.activity-details)[Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-coastal-cruise.a50192752.activity-details)[Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-beach-and-coastline-helicopter-tour.a47868883.activity-details)[Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-full-day-7-speed-bike-rental-with-area-map.a44649102.activity-details)[Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-chocolate-bar-and-art-box-making-workshop.a48117548.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Santa Barbara Trolley Tour](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-trolley-tour.a1247677.activity-details)[Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-coastal-cruise.a50192752.activity-details)[Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-chocolate-bar-and-art-box-making-workshop.a48117548.activity-details)[Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-electric-bike-rental.a44652338.activity-details)[Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy](/things-to-do/visit-the-rescued-cats-of-cat-therapy.a49965347.activity-details) | | With kids | [Santa Barbara Trolley Tour](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-trolley-tour.a1247677.activity-details)[Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-coastal-cruise.a50192752.activity-details)[Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy](/things-to-do/visit-the-rescued-cats-of-cat-therapy.a49965347.activity-details)[Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbour (2 Hours)](/things-to-do/wildlife-kayak-tour-in-santa-barbara-harbour-2-hours.a1388685.activity-details)[Gaviota Coast Kayak Tour Near Santa Barbara (3.5 Hours)](/things-to-do/coastline-kayak-tour-near-santa-barbara-with-knowledgeable-guide.a1389036.activity-details) | ## What to do in Isla Vista --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Isla Vista ![University of California, Santa Barbara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a3c6766c8d7f2472a88a47d559516b84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of California, Santa Barbara Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of California, Santa Barbara, during your travels in Goleta. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the biking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/University-Of-California-Goleta.d6063347.Vacation-Attraction) ![El Capitan State Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/605af5bc836fcadadca14973c66dc1e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### El Capitan State Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at El Capitan State Beach during your travels in Goleta? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/El-Capitan-State-Beach-Goleta.d6323342.Vacation-Attraction) ![Refugio State Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/fb30db1eed59b7783486474fc7963d11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Refugio State Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Refugio State Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Goleta. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Refugio-State-Beach-Goleta.d6323953.Vacation-Attraction) ![Nojoqui Falls Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/66d655a74055741614b982702fe664de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nojoqui Falls Park Explore the great outdoors at Nojoqui Falls Park, a lovely green space in Goleta. Check out the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Nojoqui-Falls-Park-Goleta.d6323921.Vacation-Attraction) ![Gaviota State Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/6d90a0a4ab7580cabda4655583a45bc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gaviota State Park You can take time to visit Gaviota State Park during your travels to Goleta. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Gaviota-State-Park-California.d632321362785964032.Vacation-Attraction) ![Gaviota Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/169cbeecfdf5923eafccda126caa3673.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gaviota Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gaviota Beach during your trip to Gaviota? [](https://expedia.ca/Gaviota-Beach-California.d553248635983993890.Vacation-Attraction) #### Isla Vista Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Isla Vista Beach during your trip to Goleta? [](https://expedia.ca/Isla-Vista-Beach-Santa-Barbara.d553248635983992368.Vacation-Attraction) #### Goleta Point Explore the lovely green spaces of Goleta Point and enjoy the biking trails in Goleta. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Goleta-Point-Santa-Barbara.d6323564.Vacation-Attraction) #### UC SB Events Center Catch an event at UC SB Events Center during your trip to Goleta. 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