Foothill Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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 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 Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a popular theatre in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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.
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
Whale and Wildlife Yacht Cruise in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Our pick of the best Foothill Hotel Deals
Hotel Santa Barbara
Perfect location with a very attentive staff. This will be our go to spot when in Santa Barbara.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Stayed the night before an early flt out of SBA, gr8 location to airport and Goleta buisnesses
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Great room with a partial view of the ocean. Staff was really nice and the check in and out was super easy.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
Nice pool and hot tub. Comfortable room. Breakfast was just ok but still appreciated that it is included. Parking very tight.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
It’s a good place to stay though the price was quite high when we stayed
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
This location is excellent. You can walk to the beach, the wharf, restaurants. The price is amazing for Santa Barbara. The worst part was the bathroom. Paint peeling off the wall, the shower curtain didn’t stretch the length of the curtain rod or stay in place so it was impossible not to get water ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Foothill
Mission Canyon
Mission Canyon is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Santa Barbara Botanic Garden and The Children's Centennial Maze.
Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.
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.
Westside
While Westside isn't home to many top sights, Arlington Theater and Santa Barbara Public Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Laguna
Laguna might not have many top sights, but Presidio Santa Barbara and Lobero Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
