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December 9-11, 2026  |  Santa Barbara, CA

Plan Your Visit to Santa Barbara

Known for its stunning coastline, vibrant culture, and legacy of environmental leadership, Santa Barbara provides the perfect backdrop for the California Ocean Summit. As the birthplace of the modern environmental movement, the city is uniquely positioned to convene the leaders, innovators, and changemakers shaping the future of ocean stewardship.
Stay tuned for additional travel, lodging, and attendee details in the weeks ahead.

SCIENCE, POLICY & INVESTMENT

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EDUCATION AND ENTERTAINMENT

Public Programming

Film, arts, storytelling, and community experiences designed to inspire the next wave of ocean leaders.

Attendee Accommodations

The California Ocean Summit has secured special rates at select Santa Barbara hotels for Summit attendees. To take advantage of these discounted rates, reservations must be made through the designated booking links below. Special rates are subject to availability.

Attendee Hotel Rate

Kimpton Canary Hotel

Stay in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara at The Kimpton Canary. Summit attendees receive 10–25% off the best available rate when booking through our exclusive link.
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    Courtyard Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

    Enjoy a convenient downtown stay with a special group rate available exclusively to California Ocean Summit attendees. Book through our dedicated reservation link to access the Summit rate.
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      Getting to Santa Barbara

      Santa Barbara is easily accessible by air, rail, and car, making it a convenient destination for attendees traveling from across California and beyond. Whether you’re arriving through Santa Barbara Airport, taking the Pacific Surfliner along the coast, or enjoying one of California’s most scenic drives, getting here is part of the experience.

      Santa Barbara Airport

      Just minutes from downtown, Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) offers convenient nonstop connections to major cities across the West and beyond. From the airport, downtown Santa Barbara is an easy ride by taxi or rideshare.

      Los Angeles International Airport

      LAX offers extensive domestic and international flight options and is approximately 90 miles south of Santa Barbara. From Los Angeles, continue to Santa Barbara by rental car, shuttle, or train.

      Amtrak Pacific Surflner

      Take the scenic route aboard Amtrak’s Pacific Surfliner, traveling along the Pacific Ocean with service connecting Santa Barbara to Los Angeles, San Diego, and Southern California destinations. The downtown station puts you within easy reach of Summit activities.

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