The Best Instagram Locations in Santa Barbara

After spending a numerous weeks in Santa Barbara, I have found several amazing locations to take photos. I love finding new landscapes and backgrounds for blog posts and Instagram photos. In this post, I am sharing some of the best locations to take pictures while visiting Santa Barbara! Take a look if you need some inspiration for your next adventure.

Stairs at Paseo Nuevo

Address: 804-872 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (near the Eureka! and Panda Express)

The Boathouse at Hendry’s Beach

Address: 2981 Cliff Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109

Santa Barbara Public Market

Address: 38 W Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (located outside towards the back)

Santa Barbara Public Parking Lot Stairs

Address: 100-114 Helena Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (right across the street from Hotel Californian)

Stairs at State and Mason

Address: Located at the northwest corner of State and Mason (near Santo Mezcal)

La Arcada Courtyard

Address: 1114 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Santa Barbara Courthouse

Address: 1100 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Victoria Court behind Olio Crudo Bar

Address: 11 W Victoria St #18, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Stearns Wharf

Address: 217 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

I hope this is helpful if you are ever visiting the Santa Barbara area. Even if you don’t visit these exact locations, you are bound to find a tile staircase at one point or another! The architecture in Santa Barbara is absolutely stunning, so I’m sure you will find hundreds of different photo locations on your visit.

What are some of your favorite spots to take pictures in Santa Barbara? I can’t wait to discover more tile staircases on our next trip!

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