Explore the Wonders of Natural History at the Santa Barbara Museum

Getting There

• Public Bus

  To reach the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History using public transportation, first locate the nearest Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District (MTD) bus stop. If you are near downtown, you can catch the MTD Line 3 or Line 6. These buses run frequently and will take you towards the museum. Board the bus and stay on until you reach the 'Puesta Del Sol @ Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History' stop. From there, the museum entrance is just a short walk away, approximately a 2-minute walk, heading towards the direction of the museum signs.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer to bike, Santa Barbara has various bike rental shops available throughout the city. Rent a bike from any of these locations and head towards the museum. Use the bike lanes along State Street to navigate towards Puesta Del Sol. Once you reach the intersection of State Street and Puesta Del Sol, turn left onto Puesta Del Sol. The museum will be on your right. There are bike racks available near the entrance for you to lock up your bike.

• Walking

  If you are staying nearby, walking to the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History can be a pleasant experience. Start by heading towards Puesta Del Sol. If you are in the downtown area, head east on State Street until you reach Puesta Del Sol. From there, turn left and walk straight; the museum will be at 2559 Puesta Del Sol. The walk is approximately 30-40 minutes depending on your starting point, and you can enjoy the local scenery along the way.

• Rideshare

  For a more convenient option, consider using rideshare services like Uber or Lyft. Simply open the app and set your destination to 'Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta Del Sol'. The rideshare driver will navigate directly to the museum. It's advisable to request a ride from a location that is easily accessible, such as a hotel or a central point in Santa Barbara.