Visit Isla Vista
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Reviewed on Feb 1, 2025
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Reviewed on Aug 3, 2024
Popular places to visit
![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.
![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.
![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.
![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?
![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 wineries in this walkable area.
![Gaviota State Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/6d90a0a4ab7580cabda4655583a45bc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Gaviota State Park
Explore the great outdoors at Gaviota State Park, a lovely green space in Goleta. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
![Helicopter Beach Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47868883/c6a28ada-d593-46d5-8ad3-850c0fab486b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
![Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48117548/47650188-db2e-4c28-b56b-ad42c17837bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
![You take 14 oz. of Dark or Milk Chocolate and add your choose of inclusions.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44854873/dcf6345a-ef25-4b1a-beba-3c5f56076e4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Make your own Chocolate Bark & Factory Tour
![Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5290762/e67fda28-a952-460c-8068-3a682d1c29dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)