Using Uber at Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
If you’re looking to soak up some sunshine, Santa Barbara is just as great a town as any in California, and exploring this coastal mecca couldn’t be easier with Uber. And if you’re flying in or out of Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) for business, pleasure, or even a little bit of both, Uber in Santa Barbara can help you get around. Traveling alone or with a partner? Then a comfortable low-cost uberX may be right for you. If you’re with a big group carrying a lot of luggage, then uberXL is a great option that adds space to your ride.
Regardless of whom you’re traveling with, here are a few things to know that can make your next trip in and out of SBA a successful one:
Tips and Resources for Santa Barbara Airport
- Uber Airport Page: For all the information you need on requesting a ride, check out Uber’s airport page for SBA. Once you’ve picked up your bags and selected your vehicle type, step out onto James Fowler Road, and your Uber will meet you outside by the terminal.
- Traffic Report: You can download the Waze app on your phone for alternate routes, or check out Google Maps.
- Terminal Map: While SBA isn’t as massive and sprawling as LAX, it’s still a good idea to get yourself familiar with a map of the terminals.
- Flight Status: Check the status of your flight and make sure you’re not at the airport earlier than you need to be.
- TSA Guidelines: Before you pack, get caught up on TSA Guidelines so you can move quickly and efficiently.
- Security Wait Times: Speaking of the TSA, you can view security wait times here.
- Airport Info: For all the latest news out of SBA, you can follow them on Twitter and Facebook. Their Instagram also has great images of the airport and the city.
Where to Visit in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara has promoted itself as the American Riviera, and for good reason. With its breathtaking coastal views and gorgeous, picturesque wine country, there’s plenty to see and do. Here are a few things to check out during your stay:
- Stearns Wharf Pier: For the best in dining and shopping, visit Stearns Wharf, one of Santa Barbara’s most popular tourist attractions. There’s fantastic seafood at the Moby Dick Restaurant, in addition to some of the best views in California. And fishermen—both novice and avid—can visit Stearns Wharf Bait and Tackle and rent gear to fish off the end of the pier.
- Yoichi’s: If you’ve never had a Japanese kaiseki meal, you’re in for a treat at Yoichi’s. Kaiseki is a traditional multi-course Japanese meal that emphasizes preparation, and Yoichi’s has some of the freshest fish in town. You’ll be stunned by the elegant presentation of their dishes, while feasting on delicious braised pork belly and simmered abalone.
- Saarloos and Sons: Santa Barbara County is home to a number of wineries, and just a short drive from Santa Barbara proper, you’ll find Saarloos and Sons, which is considered one of the region’s best winemakers. They even offer wine tastings paired with cupcakes.
Claire