Car rentals are a great option when you land at Santa Barbara airport. Imagine it’s your first time in the State of California and you are yet to get familiar with the city’s transport system. Renting a car is the safest way to get transport you trust plus you can travel with your entire luggage in one place.

Moreover, this airport is about 11.2km from the main city of Santa Barbara thus you need the rental to take you faster to the city and settle down in a convenient hotel. The other reason for leasing a vehicle is because you will be out and about hunting for the city’s landmarks or monuments that attract tourists. Having your private means of travel gives you the flexibility to go wherever you want.

Tourist Attractions

There is so much to do and see in California that you may not exhaust fully in one trip. But you can make sure you get to as many landmarks as possible, and while at it, be sure to enjoy the beautiful ocean and beach which Santa Barbara is known for.

The County Courthouse - if you park around 1100 Anacapa street and take a stroll around, you won’t miss this famous courthouse with an architectural design rivaled by none. The building was designed and completed in the early 19 century with intricate Spanish detailing of the architecture. Later on the grounds was planted with tropical gardens and immaculate lawns which accentuate the overall look.
The City’s Botanic Garden - there are convenient trails through the garden which you can take and enjoy the garden better. These trails wind through several features of Santa Barbara like the nearby desert and the canyons. It is also a perfect place to drive your car rental to if you are looking for some peace and quiet.
The Old Mission Building - this building’s existence has an interesting past. The very beautiful façade adding beauty to the overall structure was an idea copied from a Roman architectural book. The outcome was outstanding as the building now attracts tourists to the artifacts stored inside and the avid photographer has an interesting subject to shoot.
West Beach - you cannot fully enjoy the city without splashing some water at the beach. The advantage of West Beach is its closeness to another landmark, the main harbor. If you want to paddle into the coastal waters, there are kayaks for hire just near the beach.

Santa Barbara is an old Californian town that brings in tourists each year for its wild beaches and iconic landmarks.