The Funk Zone Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Theresa McLaird
Photo by Theresa McLaird

Popular places to visit

Santa Barbara Zoo

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
Santa Barbara Harbor

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
Stearns Wharf

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

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

5/5(1 review)

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
Upper State Street

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 cosy cafes.

Upper State Street
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 romantic area.

Butterfly Beach

Activities

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

NZ$48
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

NZ$48
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour
Santa Ynez Wine Shuttle

Santa Ynez Wine Shuttle

NZ$220
per adult
Santa Ynez Wine Shuttle
Santa Barbara Taco Tour on E-Bikes

Santa Barbara Taco Tour on E-Bikes

NZ$137
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Taco Tour on E-Bikes
Santa Ynez Valley Wine Tour

Santa Ynez Wine Tour (All-Inclusive)

NZ$405
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Santa Ynez Wine Tour (All-Inclusive)
Santa Barbara: eBike rental full day

Santa Barbara: eBike rental full day

NZ$119
per adult
Santa Barbara: eBike rental full day
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Our pick of the best The Funk Zone Hotel Deals

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

5 out of 5
36 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$1,651 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
NZ$1,651
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (914 reviews)
"Very clean room very modern furniture great bathroom service impeccable"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hotel Californian
Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

3.5 out of 5
121 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$467 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$467
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Staff was amazing. The room is small but doable. The shower/bathroom needs some detail cleaning. Could use some bleach or Tylex. I didnt want to step in the shower without my flipflops. Visible mold throughout. Otherwise, I had an enjoyable stay."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Riviera Beach House
Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
12 E Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$435 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$435
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (803 reviews)
Felt welcome and taken care of.
"Staff was more than accommodating, Room was clean and comfortable, spent time in the eclectic lobby playing games with other quests."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Moxy Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$401 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
NZ$401
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,033 reviews)
Great location!
"Had a great stay for our anniversary. They were kind to give us a free upgrade and the room was very spacious and clean. I didn’t find the bed and pillows to be the most comfortable but I also recognize I am very selective about my pillows. Lol The staff was very friendly and the location was perfect, ..."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Hotel Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$205 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$205
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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! (1,872 reviews)
"The Sandpiper Lodge exceeded my expectations. The rooms are big and clean and comfortable and it was quieter than I would've thought, considering it was fully booked. Sean the manager was a true gentleman and he gave me many tips and helped me out by booking other nights I had not considered. It's ..."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$339 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
NZ$339
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,016 reviews)
"Conveniently located"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
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Other neighbourhoods around 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 East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

East Beach
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Lower State

While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Moreton Bay Fig Tree.

Lower State
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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, East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor are top sights worth seeing.

Waterfront
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West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are top sights worth seeing.

West Beach
Santa Barbara showing 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 Granada Theatre might round out your trip.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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