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In an idyllic hillside setting with a delightful Mediterranean climate, Montecito is among the most elegant small communities in the world, home to movie stars, successful writers, and a wealth of billionaires. Montecito, “little mountains, little forest,” is located between the coastal range and the Pacific Ocean a few miles outside of Santa Barbara, and famous as a home to the well-heeled of today and eras past. Local estates are reminiscent of the lavish building styles and landscapes of England, Spain, Italy and France. Visitors will find two distinct shopping areas in the town of Montecito. Both the upper and lower villages offer a wide selection of outlets for daily necessities as well as upscale boutiques, galleries and restaurants. Catering to a gracious lifestyle, Montecito shopping is often compared to Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills and its climate and beaches to the Riviera. For visitors to the area, Lotusland, a 37-acre estate and botanical gardens formerly owned and designed by European socialite Ganna Walska, is open to the public and provides a glimpse into her opulent lifestyle and devotion to the beauty and artistic possibilities of her gardens. Another private estate available for tours is the Casa del Herrero, listed in the National Registry of Historic Places. This fine example of Spanish Revival architecture offers a look back in time to life as the other half lived it, in the Montecito of the 1930’s. Montecito is located on the coast a few miles north of Santa Barbara.

Nearby Towns: Carpinteria  Santa Barbara  


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Downtown Montecito, with its luxury hotels, trendy shopping district, gourmet restaurants, tourist attractions and local events make it an ideal weekend getaway.

Along Montecito’s scenic downtown streets you’ll find a delicious assortment of fine dining restaurants, cafes and bistros serving a variety of international cuisine. Whether you’re hungry for Sushi, seafood, steaks, Italian, Mexican food, Chinese restaurants, or fast food favorites like burgers and pizza, you’ll find it at one of Montecito’s many tasty eateries. And, Montecito’s vibrant nightlife features a bevy of bars, brewpubs and nightclubs.

Shopping is another popular pastime in Montecito with one-of-a-kind stores and boutiques. Montecito’s downtown merchants and shop keepers carry an amazing array of women’s fashion, clothing, shoes, jewelry, home furnishings, books, gifts and more.

If you’re staying a night or two, Montecito offers a pleasing assortment of comfortable and stylish hotels, historic Bed & Breakfast Inns, budget motels and luxury resorts. Whatever your lodging needs, our Hotel Directory will help you find the best accommodations in Montecito.

For a list of fun things to do in Montecito, check our Calendar of Events. It contains a schedule of the best downtown events, festivals, entertainment, theater, live music, street fairs and weekly Farmer's Markets. Montecito is also home to several tourist attractions and sightseeing adventures, including State Parks, museums, golf courses, hiking tails and historic sites. Or, for a more laid back outing visit all the great wineries, spas and art galleries located in and around town.

Thinking of moving or relocating to Montecito? Our Real Estate section can help with a list of realtors, featured homes, land and property for sale.

What are you waiting for? Start planning your Montecito vacation, today.

Hotels


There are a variety of hotels, from luxury hotels, to resorts hotels and cheap hotels. To book a hotel room reservation, check our hotel motel list.

Restaurants


Breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner. Find restaurants, cafes and bistros with pizza, pasta, Mexican, Chinese Restaurant, Thai, steaks, seafood, or Sushi.

Shopping


With downtown shopping, who needs a shopping mall? Shop for shoes, clothing, jewelry, fashion, or retail stores featuring furniture, bookstores and gifts.

Events & Festival


Montecito events & festivals will make your trip fun and entertaining. Find music festivals, street fairs, carnivals, farmer's markets and other events.

Real Estate


Buying a house? Check our Real Estate tab for a list of homes for sales, property, land for sale and condos. You'll find realtors, realty and realestate agents.

Attractions


For sightseeing and fun things to do, we list local attractions, tourist attractions, and travel guides. Check our travel information and historic attractions.
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