Foothill Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
Our pick of the best Foothill Hotel Deals
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Excellent service pet friendly the room is very clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara
Great place to stay and will definitely stay again next time. Updates to rooms/hotel are excellent. Easy to get around downtown from hotel.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Enjoyed the amenities
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Inn By The Harbor
Great location and staff
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
Everything good
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
The Milo
Very happy again with my stay.We stay there every year for new year's my wife and I. will see you next year. Everybody was friendly.Thank you for the wine tasting. Even with the rain, it was beautiful.Stay thank you.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Foothill
Mission Canyon
Visitors to Mission Canyon enjoy its gardens, and if you want to do some exploring, Santa Barbara Botanic Garden is worth a stop.
Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.
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.
Westside
While Westside isn't home to many top sights, Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Laguna
Laguna might not have many top sights, but Presidio Santa Barbara and Lobero Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
