North State Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Upper State Street

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.

Upper State Street
Santa Barbara Zoo

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 Zoo
Santa Barbara Harbor

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 Harbor
Stearns Wharf

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.

Stearns Wharf
Santa Barbara County Courthouse which includes a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture

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 County Courthouse
Butterfly Beach

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

Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike

Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike

NZ$329
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

NZ$46
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

NZ$115
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Checking out the sea lions

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

NZ$91
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Come see Santa Barbara like you never have heard tales of death and bring the city's history back to life.

Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour

NZ$40
per adult
Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour
Luxury Mercedes Transportation

Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Tour

NZ$1,118
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Tour
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Our pick of the best North State 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$339 per night from 22 July to 23 July
NZ$339
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star 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 was our first time staying in Santa Barbara, and Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn stood out the most to us for its great location, reasonable price, and dog-friendly policy. It was easy to find, with plenty of on-site parking, and close to shops (Target) and restaurants within walkable distance. ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Sandpiper Lodge
Sandpiper Lodge
2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$227 per night from 1 July to 2 July
NZ$227
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,587 reviews)
"Experience was satisfactory."

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
Rose Garden Inn
Rose Garden Inn
1.5 out of 5
3643 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
6.2/10 (995 reviews)
"It’s an older motel that needs some maintenance done"

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2025

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Rose Garden Inn
Lemon Tree Inn
Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 out of 5
2819 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$261 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$261
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"The room was big and for the most part clean but for the floors. Floors were very dirty just by looking at my socks and after a bath, walking to the bed my feet turned brown!! I wiped my feet with a towel and the towel became very dirty. A good mopping would have made this review excellent. Lastly ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

Lemon Tree Inn
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street
2 out of 5
3505 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$223 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$223
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"As advertised. Basic, but clean and functional."

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street
Town and Country Inn
Town and Country Inn
2.5 out of 5
2800 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$191 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$191
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"The property is an older small motel that has had a well done interior remodel. The outside could use some attention but that is not significant to my rating. 2 items which are easily fixed could have raised the rating with nearly no effort on the part of Town and Country. There is no way to determine ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025

Town and Country Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around North State

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Oak Park

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

While Oak Park isn't home to many top sights, Mission Santa Barbara and Arlington Theater are some notable places to visit nearby.

Oak Park
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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 Earl Warren Showgrounds.

Las Positas
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Mission Canyon

Visitors to Mission Canyon appreciate its gardens. A visit to Santa Barbara Natural History Museum and Mission Santa Barbara might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

Mission Canyon
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Upper East

While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.

Upper East
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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.

Alta Mesa
Santa Barbara featuring a coastal town

Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

Downtown Santa Barbara

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