Lower State Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Lower State

Popular places to visit

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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
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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 top-notch restaurants.

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

Activities

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Santa Barbara Private Scenic and Shopping Day Trip

NZ$2,367
Per adult
Santa Barbara Private Scenic and Shopping Day Trip
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Private Wine Tasting Tour from Santa Barbara

NZ$1,371
Per adult
Private Wine Tasting Tour from Santa Barbara
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Santa Barbara Wine Tasting Day Tour from Los Angeles

NZ$566
Per adult
Santa Barbara Wine Tasting Day Tour from Los Angeles
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Private Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country Tour

NZ$1,600
Per adult
Private Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country Tour
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Santa Ynez Wine Country Shuttle

NZ$206
Per adult
Santa Ynez Wine Country Shuttle
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4 Days - Golden West

NZ$1,452
Per adult
4 Days - Golden West
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Our pick of the best Lower State Hotel Deals

Riviera Beach House
Riviera Beach House
2 out of 5
121 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$354 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$354
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (869 reviews)
"Clean-simple-great location"

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2024

Riviera Beach House
Hotel Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara
3 out of 5
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$544 per night from 28 May to 29 May
NZ$544
per night
28 May - 29 May
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! (1,005 reviews)
"The hotel is so lovely, I really enjoy smaller hotels with personality and vintage style, fabric headboards, crown molding, beautiful tile. It is under a bit of construction and our room overlooked the scaffold and parking lot which was a bummer. The staff is very accommodating and thoughtful - they ..."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Hotel Santa Barbara
Hotel Californian
Hotel Californian
5 out of 5
36 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$1,175 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$1,175
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Stearns Wharf and Santa ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (822 reviews)
"Property was gorgeous and staff were amazing! Lots of great dining options within walking distance as well."

Reviewed on 2 May 2024

Hotel Californian
Drift Santa Barbara
Drift Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
524 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$467 per night from 15 May to 16 May
NZ$467
per night
15 May - 16 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (233 reviews)
"More boxed water would be great."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Drift Santa Barbara
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3 out of 5
17 W Haley St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$450 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$450
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 3-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! (1,001 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful hotel. Front desk staff was lovely, very accomodating and gave many recommendations for local restaurants and activities. Rooms are renovated and larger than many hotels I’ve stayed in SB. Location is perfect, right off from the main downtown street. Easy walk to restaurants ..."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
1 out of 5
134 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$367 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
NZ$367
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this hostel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (30 reviews)
"Convenient location, spotless facilities, awesome vibe and extremely helpful and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
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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 Cabrillo Pavillion and Santa Barbara Zoo.

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 Santa Barbara Museum of Art might round out your trip.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
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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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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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