North State Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 top-notch restaurants.
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.
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: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Our pick of the best North State Hotel Deals
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
I liked all it had to offer except for the room A/C/heater… it was so noisy on and we had a hard time having it on at night. Also wall seem very thin, we heard the TV noise from next door at night. But overall it was clean and staff on site were all very kind and friendly. Also loved the heated pool, ...
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Sandpiper Lodge
Clean and spacious. Comfortable bed.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Lemon Tree Inn
Loved our room really enjoyed the restaurant twice. Highly recommend this hotel. Everything was perfect.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Town and Country Inn
The room was renovated and beds were very comfortable. Bathroom was nice clean and new. The front desk gentleman was extremely nice and very helpful. He made stay extremely the best, his customer service with coffee maker, extra blankets and pillows, towels request.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street
Easy parking and nice clean toom. At thr ar end of the building away from the street so very quiet.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Rose Garden Inn
Clean room, nice staff
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
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 Granada Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
