Oak Park Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Lynn Hao
Photo by Lynn Hao

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 top-notch restaurants.

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 walkable area.

Butterfly Beach

Activities

Small-Group Wine Tour to Private Locations in Santa Barbara

Small-Group Wine Tour to Private Locations in Santa Barbara

AU$364
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Wine Tour to Private Locations in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

AU$43
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Come see Santa Barbara like you never have heard tales of death and bring the city's history back to life.

Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour

AU$50
per adult
Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour
Checking out the sea lions

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

AU$84
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

AU$54
per adult
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

AU$293
per traveller
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara
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Our pick of the best Oak Park Hotel Deals

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
2220 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$342 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$342
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,015 reviews)
"The room was spacious and had a kitchen with gas stove, large refrigerator and table with settings for four. When we checked in there was a bottle of champagne with tall stemmed glasses waiting in our room. Housekeeping was excellent and considerate throughout our stay. Well worth an excellent ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel

4 out of 5
1404 De La Vina Street, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$426 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$426
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The common areas, inside and out, were quite pleasant. Great to have coffee and pastries in the morning, and a glass of wine at night."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

The Upham Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

3 out of 5
1601 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$472 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$472
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (189 reviews)
"I recommend to everyone"

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
Secret Garden Inn and Cottages

Secret Garden Inn and Cottages

3 out of 5
1908 Bath St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$421 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$421
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (550 reviews)
"It was great"

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

Secret Garden Inn and Cottages
Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn

3.5 out of 5
1720 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$389 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$389
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star B&B in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (294 reviews)
"Great place , quaint , comfortable and reasonably priced . Will come back Again!"

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Bath Street Inn
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

3 out of 5
36 West Valerio Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$566 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$566
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (663 reviews)
"Lovely staff-- nice, personalized breakfast and environment. Quiet neighborhood feeling but still in an easy central location with parking and walking distance to restaurants and shopping."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
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Other neighbourhoods around Oak Park

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Westside

While Westside isn't home to many top sights, Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Westside
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Upper East

While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.

Upper East
Santa Barbara showing a coastal town

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 County Courthouse might round out your trip.

Downtown Santa Barbara
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 Paseo Nuevo Mall or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
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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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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.

Alta Mesa

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