Milpas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Santa Barbara Zoo

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 Zoo
Santa Barbara Harbor

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 Harbor
Stearns Wharf

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.

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

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 County Courthouse
Upper State Street

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 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

AU$42
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour
Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy

Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy

AU$38
per adult
Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy
Santa Barbara Coastal Cruise

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

AU$60
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

AU$53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

AU$42
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

AU$23
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
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Our pick of the best Milpas Hotel Deals

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$354 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$354
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 AU$178 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$178
21 Oct - 22 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
The price is AU$299 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$299
28 Oct - 29 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
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,905 reviews)
"Clean rooms just ac issues"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

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Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$505 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$505
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 6 outdoor pickleball courts. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (110 reviews)
"Clean rooms. Walking distance to shops and so close to beach! Perfect getaway!"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 out of 5
433 W Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$366 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$366
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,736 reviews)
"Nice inn very close to everything, with friendly staff and very cozy."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Inn By The Harbor
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Other neighbourhoods around Milpas

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Eastside

While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Eastside
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Laguna

Laguna might not have many top sights, but Santa Barbara Historical Museum and Santa Barbara County Courthouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Laguna
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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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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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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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