Eastside Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.

Butterfly Beach
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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

Activities

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Santa Barbara: Sparkling Wine Walking Tour

NZ$219
Per adult
Santa Barbara: Sparkling Wine Walking Tour
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Private Taco Tasting in Santa Barbara by Walking

NZ$4,488
Per adult
Private Taco Tasting in Santa Barbara by Walking
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Santa Barbara Bike Rentals: Electric, Mountain or Hybrid

NZ$97
Per adult
Santa Barbara Bike Rentals: Electric, Mountain or Hybrid
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Our pick of the best Eastside Hotel Deals

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
3 out of 5
3850 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$241 per night from 28 May to 29 May
NZ$241
per night
28 May - 29 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"This property is undergoing renovations. Our room was brand new. We stayed here for a concert and it's only a short Uber ride from the venue and downtown and a ton of great restaurants. Target is right across the street and Farm Boys is great for breakfast."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$471 per night from 30 May to 31 May
NZ$471
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,101 reviews)
"Great location, but a little on the noisy if you are in the front."

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge
Sandpiper Lodge
2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$245 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
NZ$245
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Clean, big rooms and has a jacuzzi"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Sandpiper Lodge
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$360 per night from 29 May to 30 May
NZ$360
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"On the 3rd floor - very quiet and comfortable. Welcomed in a friendly environment."

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$295 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
NZ$295
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the WiFi ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,286 reviews)
"It's all about the breakfast at this place. Also, Jamaru was the epitome of customer service. I definitely recommend this place and would def stay here again. It's also walking distance from almost everything near the pier."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Inn By The Harbor
Inn By The Harbor
3.5 out of 5
433 W Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$446 per night from 29 May to 30 May
NZ$446
per night
29 May - 30 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,599 reviews)
"You give me champagne or sparkling wine, but you assume all your clients drink alcohol. You should offer de-alcoholized beverages as well as an alternative. Consider that many of us are trying to live a healthier lifestyle by not consuming much alcohol."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Inn By The Harbor
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Other neighbourhoods around Eastside

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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, Cabrillo Pavillion and Santa Barbara Harbor are top sights worth seeing.

Waterfront
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Eucalyptus Hill

While there might not be top attractions in Eucalyptus Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lotusland and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Eucalyptus Hill
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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 Cabrillo Pavillion and Santa Barbara Zoo.

East Beach
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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.

Laguna
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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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