Beautiful view of the ocean. Lots of places to choose to eat. Some gift shops

I live in the mountains, so it's exciting for me to be near an ocean. I enjoyed a sunburned afternoon at Stearn's Wharf. I was on my own so I could take my time and enjoy the wharf and Santa Barbara. I did not know where to park when I arrived, so I was pleasantly surprised to see parking is available on the wharf. The first spots I eventually determined (from vendor websites) are for businesses, not sure that is still the case (it's labeled valet parking on a wharf map). So I moved my car to a spot further along the wharf. Parking was plentiful Saturday morning, but quickly filled up by late morning. I was worried about expensive parking, but after seeing the parking prices in town, it turned out to work for me so I didn't have to move the car throughout the day. There are a variety of restaurants and at least one dessert vendor. There are also museums and boat tours. I took advantage of a boat tour (again, I'm not a water person) and enjoyed the laid back hour on the water. It's a bit rough if you are in a wheelchair, but doable. I didn't plan ahead with sunscreen. This is little shade during the day.

This is the third time I have been to Santa Barbara. It is absolutely gorgeous by the water! My wife, my mother, and I walked back and forth on Stearns Wharf. The views of the mountains and palm trees in the distance are so beautiful that no photo can really do it justice. You can park on the pier, but you have to pay for it after a certain amount of time. There are some great restaurants there in case you get hungry. It is best to just take a seat and take in the view.

Magnificent place in Santa Barbara, got to spent the evening here watching the mesmerizing sunset with the backdrop of the palm trees. The boardwalk has a parking area with many shops and restaurants.There are also paid parking lots in the hotels nearby. The town is very well maintained.

Nice place with pacific view, plenty of restaurants, shops, activities,fishing etc. just opposite to the downtown, walk a little. Only one thing is absurd i. e. Vehicle like cars, vans etc ride onto the wharf and can park here. I think it’s not a sustainable decision. Heavy vehicles may damage the wharf and also its not an eco friendly approach. It should be stopped.

It’s so beautiful. You have to sop there and go into the shops. Many souvenirs shops are there and nice ice cream places. It’s so quiet and I guess they close early. But otherwise it’s beautiful and clean. We took many good pictures. You can also go with the car and park there. The wharf has parking spots.

Such a novelty to drive on a wharf and so worth it to look back at the bay views. Well worth a visit!

Beautiful views at night and a great place to grab some food, candy and souvenirs!

Another jewel in the crown. Perfect weather, perfect sunshine, perfect waves, good vibes, good food. Great board walk. I am only thinking about sizzling heat sweeping through France,UK, Italy,Grease and pray to god to save them global warming. Here though a different story cool weather. May god continue bless California with awesome beaches, beautiful sunshine and save us all global warming.

Dolphin pod sighted from Stearns Warf in Santa Barbara. Great place to visit. Quieter than LA beaches.

This was our last stop before leaving Santa Barbara. It was a beautiful morning. We drove right in, parked the car, took some pictures, and picked up candy and cute little Santa Barbara treasures for our family members back home.

Honestly, if you're in the area just do it! It was delight to walk on the old wooden planks and hear the planking of the tires on the pier. Parking is first come, first served and had a fee of $20. Stearns Wharf offered excellent seafood dinging options and stunning views. Towards the end of the pier, I waves looked like light bulbs twinkling off the suns rays. From this pier, you are also able to catch beautiful birds passing by. There also great little information plaques to glean off the history of the wharf. I'd return. :) They also allow fishing without a permit.

Very relaxed and clean compared to many other beaches here in California! Great atmosphere and very nice ocean views from the pier. Great getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city. You will most likely see some birds up close if walking the pier. Good amount of parking so it should not be a problem at least when I went in the morning. Coffee and food options all within walking distance as well.

Nice pier for a day visit! You can do fishing, boat/cruise rides, eat at the pier restaurants, or just walk around!

Beautiful Pacific Ocean views and Santa Barbara mountains, boating, fishing and an aquarium. You can eat, buy fish and novelty items. Marina to the north and tethered sailboats dotting the bay to the south.

Always look forward to time on Stearns Wharf-a truly amazing find. Free parking for adequate time to visit the stores, grab a bite or sit and reflect. Well kept, and highly recommended.

A great place to come in the area for amazing views of the coastline and ocean. We were staying at a hotel down the road and walked here so I don’t know much about the parking available (other than that there is parking ON the pier which I found...interesting given what usually leaks from cars will do so into the ocean??) The shining star for visiting though is the atmosphere, quiet, and views. There are some restaurants here as well (we ate at Char West) and people fishing off the dock. All good vibes! Would come here again for a relaxing walk!

Awesome, caught 2 Calico Bass w/i one hour.

Fun spot to drive over the water, but parking is very limited.

Amazing food and service! I'll be back

One of my favorite spots fir a great lunch

Food was fresh and service was efficient. Beautiful location for a nice lunch or an awesome dinner. We will be back!

Love it! Enjoy this place all the time. My get away, my relaxing time and stress free S.B

I honestly expected more but still a nice place for a walk. Some shops and restaurants. Oh and a museum. You are able to fish at the end of the way. Nice views. Restrooms are available. If you're in Santa Barbara go visit. You can see the harbor and beach.

So many things to see,do and taste here. It was beautiful seeing all the boats and families enjoying their day made me happy to see

Beautiful wharf and plenty of restaurant options. You can go fishing at the end of the wharf. Free parking for the first hour and free street parking when available.

Fabulous pier & wharf. Plenty of things to do and/watch there. Restaurants, restrooms & 90 min free car parking for visitors. Gifts shops are also there to buy your own souvenir

We visited the day before Easter and it was packed! Not surprising, but very busy. It's always chilly on these piers so take a hoodie or sweater. It's fun the see what people are catching at the end of the pier. We would have done some fishing ourselves if we'd had more time. Lots of food options and trinkets to buy. The lowriders gave us a free show... There is parking on the wharf if you don't want to walk, but free parking is available close by.