Lower State Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Moreton Bay Fig Tree
Explore the lovely green spaces of Moreton Bay Fig Tree and also enjoy the cycling trails in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Our pick of the best Lower State Hotel Deals
Hotel Santa Barbara
The staf
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Riviera Beach House
Short stay, small room but all good
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hotel Californian
Clean, kind, excellent service as expected
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
I booked this stay expecting a relaxing, high-end experience, and instead had one of the worst hotel stays I’ve ever had. The hotel failed to disclose that a large music festival was taking place directly next to the property, with loud DJ sets running until 2am. From check-in at 4pm through late ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
When I booked I didn't realize it was a Hostel, turned out to be a wonderful happy accident! Fun community vibe and great self-prep breakfast option. Love the space and nice to have such a wonderful outdoor space...if only the WiFi worked outside! Wifi isn't very strong beyond the living room. And ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Great location and
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lower State
The Funk Zone
Travellers come to The Funk Zone for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Art Foundry while you're in 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 Paseo Nuevo Mall or Santa Barbara Museum of Art might round out your trip.
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 Paseo Nuevo Mall or Santa Barbara Museum of Art might round out your trip.
West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Barbara Beach
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.
Waterfront
If you're spending some time in Waterfront, East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor are top sights worth seeing.
