The Presidio Neighborhood is a vibrant few blocks in the heart of Santa Barbara, centered around the historical site of the last of four Spanish fortresses, or presidios, to be built in California. Encompassing what was also once the city’s Chinatown and Japantown, the neighborhood is now home to and array of cultural programs and a variety of locally owned, intriguing shops, wine tasting rooms, world class restaurants, casual eateries, bars, coffee houses, and architectural treasures. Walking the neighborhood rewards the visitor with discoveries of hidden walkways, courtyards, and amazing architectural details set against the backdrop of the American Riviera and the Santa Ynez mountains.


 

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There are many great neighborhoods in Santa Barbara, but this one has:

• Historical and cultural venues: the Lobero Theater, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, and the Santa Barbara Historical Museum.
• Four venues for overnight accommodations.
• A variety of restaurants, from fine dining, to take out, to casual eateries, coffeehouses and one of the best cheese shops in town.
• City Hall and our community’s civic plaza, Plaza de la Guerra.
• Locally owned, authentic shops, boutiques, a yoga studio, and a day spa.
• Architectural treasures and hidden paseos.
• Tasting rooms from eight top Santa Barbara wineries.
• Plenty of parking!