Santa Barbara Bowl Parking & Transit

Lots, prices, transit, and where to actually park.

Santa Barbara, California

Quick answer

The Santa Barbara Bowl does not offer on-site parking. Public parking is available for $30 per car at Santa Barbara High School (enter on Anapamu St.) and The Armory (enter on Nopal St.). Accessible parking spaces are available for $20 and can be reserved in advance through the box office.

The honest take

Parking fills up quickly on event nights. Arrive early to secure a spot, especially if you need accessible parking. Consider using rideshare services to avoid parking hassles.

Lots and prices

Santa Barbara High School Lot

Santa Barbara High School, 700 E Anapamu St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

$30 per car

5-10 min walk to venue entrance

The Armory Lot

The Armory, 1000 Nopal St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

$30 per car

5-10 min walk to venue entrance

Public transit

Public buses via Santa Barbara MTD stop nearby on Milpas Street, offering affordable access from downtown.

Drop-off and rideshare

Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft drop off at the corner of Milpas and Anapamu streets. Approach northbound on Milpas to access the drop-off area.

Common questions

(the stuff people ask from the car)

Does the Santa Barbara Bowl have parking?

The Santa Barbara Bowl does not offer on-site parking. Public parking is available for $30 per car at Santa Barbara High School (enter on Anapamu St.) and The Armory (enter on Nopal St.). Accessible parking spaces are available for $20 and can be reserved in advance through the box office.

Is there public transportation to the Santa Barbara Bowl?

Yes, public buses via Santa Barbara MTD stop nearby on Milpas Street, offering affordable access from downtown.

Can I use rideshare services to get to the Santa Barbara Bowl?

Yes, rideshare services like Uber and Lyft drop off at the corner of Milpas and Anapamu streets. Approach northbound on Milpas to access the drop-off area.

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More about Santa Barbara Bowl

Accessibility & Amenities
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