Lower State Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Santa Barbara Zoo
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 Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Upper State Street
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 top-notch restaurants.
Santa Barbara County Courthouse
See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.
Stearns Wharf
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.
Activities
Amtrak Coast Starlight+ Santa Barbara 1-Day Tour
Inclusive Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour from Santa Barbara
Santa Ynez Valley Cupcake & Wine Tour (All-Inclusive & Full-Day)
Santa Barbara: Private Scenic Tandem Sidecar Tour
Private 6 hour Wine tour of the Santa Ynez Valley
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Other neighbourhoods around Lower State
The Funk Zone
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.
East Beach
East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Cabrillo Pavillion and Santa Barbara Zoo.
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.
Laguna
If you're spending some time in Laguna, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Rafael Gonzalez House are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Barbara Beach
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.
Waterfront
If you're spending some time in Waterfront, Cabrillo Pavillion and Santa Barbara Harbor are top sights worth seeing.