9 days in Santa Barbara & Los Angeles Itinerary

Start off your visit on the 24th (Sat): take a leisurely stroll along Santa Barbara Harbor, then go from sight to sight with Silk Road Transportation and Wine Tours, and then get a taste of local nightlife at Wandering Dog Wine Bar. Keep things going the next day: steep yourself in history at Old Mission Santa Barbara, then take a stroll through State Street Underpass, then meet the residents at Santa Barbara Zoo, and finally take in the waterfront at Stearns Wharf.

To find photos, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Santa Barbara itinerary planner.

The Route module shows you travel options from your home to Santa Barbara. In September, plan for daily highs up to 79°F, and evening lows to 58°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Los Angeles.

Step out of Los Angeles to go to Anaheim and see Disney California Adventure Park, which is approximately 34 minutes away. Pack the 26th (Mon) with family-friendly diversions at Disneyland Park. Pack the 27th (Tue) with family-friendly diversions at Universal Studios Hollywood. The adventure continues: examine the collection at The Getty Center, take in the waterfront at Santa Monica Pier, admire the striking features of Walt Disney Concert Hall, and stroll through Santa Monica State Beach.

To see reviews, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Los Angeles holiday planning website.

Getting from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. In September, Los Angeles is a bit warmer than Santa Barbara - with highs of 85°F and lows of 66°F.