North State Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Activities
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 North State Hotel Deals
Sandpiper Lodge
Room and facility were average and a bit dated. Parking was difficult. Lots of vehicles and spaces were very small.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Lemon Tree Inn
Clean, friendly staff, this hotel has maintained itself even though aging. The food options are a great value and quality, especially for a hotel. All hotels in SB are over priced but if you don't mind being away from the fray it is worth it .Service a tad slow at the restaurant but staff super friendly. ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
Comfortable hotel, helpful staff, good breakfast
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Rose Garden Inn
The room was pretty clean,enough parking,enough towels and toilet paper,but the tv doesn’t work,no iron,the hair blowing doesn’t work and a little noise,after that,everything was ok
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street
The light that is outside the rooms can keep you up all night, bring an eye mask.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Town and Country Inn
Very kind person, property clean and easy to reserve. It is a decent hotel for the price.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North State
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.
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.
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 Santa Barbara Public Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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 Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.
