Lower State Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Lower State
Photo by Dan Alvarado
Photo by Dan Alvarado
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Photo by Theresa McLaird
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Photo by Shruthi Brahmappa
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Popular places to visit

Moreton Bay Fig Tree

Moreton Bay Fig Tree

Explore the lovely green spaces of Moreton Bay Fig Tree and also enjoy the cycling trails in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Moreton Bay Fig Tree
Santa Barbara Zoo

Santa Barbara Zoo

5/5(2 reviews)

Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Zoo
Santa Barbara County Courthouse which includes a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

5/5(1 review)

See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.

Santa Barbara County Courthouse
Stearns Wharf

Stearns Wharf

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as cycling in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Stearns Wharf
Upper State Street

Upper State Street

4.5/5(10 reviews)

During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its cosy cafes.

Upper State Street
Santa Barbara Harbor

Santa Barbara Harbor

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Harbor

Activities

Amtrak Coast Starlight+ Santa Barbara 1-Day Tour

Amtrak Coast Starlight+ Santa Barbara 1-Day Tour

NZ$355
per adult
Amtrak Coast Starlight+ Santa Barbara 1-Day Tour
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

NZ$48
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Luxury Mercedes Transportation

Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Tour

NZ$203
per adult
Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Tour
Friends enjoy an All-Inclusive Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour from Santa Barbara

Inclusive Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour from Santa Barbara

NZ$427
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Inclusive Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour from Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara: Private Scenic Tandem Sidecar Tour

Santa Barbara: Private Scenic Tandem Sidecar Tour

NZ$169
per adult
Santa Barbara: Private Scenic Tandem Sidecar Tour
Private 6 hour Wine tour of the Santa Ynez Valley

Private 6 hour Wine tour of the Santa Ynez Valley

NZ$256
per adult
Private 6 hour Wine tour of the Santa Ynez Valley
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Our pick of the best Lower State Hotel Deals

Hotel Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara
3 out of 5
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$398 per night from 2 Jan to 3 Jan
NZ$398
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Cozy historical hotel
"Excellent services all around from the momemt we drove into the valet lot until our check out. All rooms are newly renovated and lobby is still being worked on. Looking forward to seeimg their transformation next time. Will definitely return."

Reviewed on 23 Dec. 2024

Hotel Santa Barbara
Riviera Beach House
Riviera Beach House
3.5 out of 5
121 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$372 per night from 9 Jan to 10 Jan
NZ$372
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (980 reviews)
"Nice, well-designed small room. Very clean, with good lighting Pillows not comfortable and some very inconsiderate people making a lot of noise when returning in the evening."

Reviewed on 23 Dec. 2024

Riviera Beach House
Hotel Californian
Hotel Californian
5 out of 5
36 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$1,343 per night from 9 Jan to 10 Jan
NZ$1,343
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (867 reviews)
"The Location and Decor was perfect. First Class Experience!"

Reviewed on 11 Nov. 2024

Hotel Californian
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 out of 5
524 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$440 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
NZ$440
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (321 reviews)
"Great place and location"

Reviewed on 14 Dec. 2024

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4 out of 5
17 W Haley St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$463 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
NZ$463
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"2nd floor gets the noise from 3 rd floor guests… Street side a little loud…. Overall nice and clean hotel convenient to shopping and dining"

Reviewed on 22 Dec. 2024

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Haley Hotel
Haley Hotel
3.5 out of 5
26 E Haley St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$350 per night from 8 Jan to 9 Jan
NZ$350
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free bicycles on site, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (475 reviews)
"Great location. Updated and clean"

Reviewed on 9 Dec. 2024

Haley Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Lower State

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The Funk Zone

5/5(2 area reviews)

Travellers come to The Funk Zone for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry while you're in town.

The Funk Zone
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East Beach

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Cabrillo Pavillion.

East Beach
Santa Barbara featuring a coastal town

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
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Laguna

If you're spending some time in Laguna, Rafael Gonzalez House and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park are top sights worth seeing.

Laguna
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Santa Barbara Beach

4.5/5(19 area reviews)

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara Beach
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Waterfront

If you're spending some time in Waterfront, East Beach and Cabrillo Pavillion are top sights worth seeing.

Waterfront

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