Make a Weekend of It

Getting Here

By air, fly into Santa Barbara Airport (SBA), just minutes from Goleta. From Los Angeles, it's about a 1 hour 50 minute drive (110 miles) up the 101. From San Francisco, plan on 5-6 hours (325 miles) down Highway 101. Prefer the train? Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner stops right at Goleta Station.

Where to Stay

In Goleta: The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, The Leta, Hampton Inn, Residence Inn, and Hilton Garden Inn all offer easy access to the festival. In Santa Barbara: consider the Harbor View Inn, Hotel Milo, or The Upham Hotel for a short drive into town.

Where to Eat

In Goleta: Lulio, Dario Cucina Italiana, Timber's, Santa Barbara Fish Market, Nikka Ramen, and Jeannine's are local favorites. Down in Santa Barbara's Funk Zone: try Oku, Buena Onda, or Santo Mezcal.