North State Travel Guide
Santa Barbara
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Popular places to visit
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 cosy cafes.
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.
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.
Santa Barbara Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a popular theatre in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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.
Butterfly Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
Top hotels in North State
Sandpiper Lodge
Room and facility were average and a bit dated. Parking was difficult. Lots of vehicles and spaces were very small.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Lemon Tree Inn
I made a last-minute booking for 3 week nights, and when I checked-in late evening, the staff was very kindly gave me a nice room. The price was convenient, and I was surprised by the well-maintained property and amenity. Wonderful!
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
Room still has cigarette odor, shower curtain could not contain the shower water which was very forceful, breakfast was good
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Rose Garden Inn
very dirty. people hanging out and drinking all over property. construction workers and others loud and about all day and night.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street
OK
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Town and Country Inn
Very kind person, property clean and easy to reserve. It is a decent hotel for the price.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North State
Las Positas
While Las Positas may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Arroyo Burro Beach and Upper State Street.
Oak Park
While Oak Park isn't home to many top sights, Mission Santa Barbara and Arlington Theater are some notable places to visit nearby.
Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.
Westside
While Westside isn't home to many top sights, Arlington Theater and Santa Barbara Public Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mission Canyon
Mission Canyon is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Santa Barbara Botanic Garden and The Children's Centennial Maze.
Alta Mesa
When in Alta Mesa, you can plan a visit to 1000 Steps Beach and Leadbetter Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
