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.
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.
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: 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 Oak Park Hotel Deals
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Quiet spaces
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
The Upham Hotel
Delightful staff. We enjoyed happy hour wine. Room was comfortable and clean. Only issue was NO housekeeping on Christmas Day. If we had been told the day before, we could have requested extra towels for the next day. They did bring us towels when we called and requested them that afternoon.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
Great location and very friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Bath Street Inn
Wonderful experience. The staff is more than accomodating and gracious. The Inn is perfectly charming and authentic to its period and style. The bed was incredibly comfortable.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
We booked a two-bedroom suite for one night. The location is great, walkable to State Street and all the great food options. Street parking is pretty easy. Feel very safe.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Secret Garden Inn and Cottages
Such a lovely place. And the breakfast is delicious .
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Oak Park
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.
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 Santa Barbara Museum of Art might round out your trip.
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.
Laguna
Laguna might not have many top sights, but Lobero Theater and Santa Barbara Bowl are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
