Lower State

Santa Barbara

Lower State
Photo by Dan Alvarado
Photo by Dan Alvarado
Photo by Theresa McLaird
Photo by Theresa McLaird
Photo by Shruthi Brahmappa
Photo by Shruthi Brahmappa
Photo by Sarah Kelson
Photo by Sarah Kelson

Popular places to visit

Moreton Bay Fig Tree

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.

Moreton Bay Fig Tree
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

4.5/5(15 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(31 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

4.5/5(11 reviews)

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(32 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 cosy cafes.

Upper State Street

Things to do

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

S$36
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Luxury Mercedes Transportation

Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Tour

S$869
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Tour
Wine Tours of the Santa Ynez Valley

Wine Tours of the Santa Ynez Valley

S$204
per adult
Wine Tours of the Santa Ynez Valley
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

S$36
per adult
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour
Santa Barbara Electric Bike Rentals

Santa Barbara Electric Bike Rentals

S$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Electric Bike Rentals
Santa Ynez Valley Wine Tour

Santa Ynez Wine Tour (All-Inclusive)

S$307
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Santa Ynez Wine Tour (All-Inclusive)
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Top hotels in Lower State

Hotel Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara
3 out of 5
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$335 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
S$335
15 Jun - 16 Jun
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Five star accommodations!
"The location of this hotel is perfect with great restaurants, shopping nearby, and a quick walk to the pier, as well. Starbucks right next door for an easy morning pick me up. Very comfortable accommodations and hotel staff is friendly and helpful. Loved the valet service, too!"

Reviewed on 8 Jun, 2025

Hotel Santa Barbara
Hotel Californian
Hotel Californian
5 out of 5
36 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is S$1,364 per night from 27 Jun to 28 Jun
S$1,364
27 Jun - 28 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (889 reviews)
"So luxurious, and the staff were outstanding!"

Reviewed on 25 May, 2025

Hotel Californian
Riviera Beach House
Riviera Beach House
3.5 out of 5
121 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is S$354 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
S$354
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay! Right at the heart of SB! Funk zone just steps away."

Reviewed on 7 Jun, 2025

Riviera Beach House
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 out of 5
524 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is S$486 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
S$486
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (350 reviews)
"The check-in/out is all done through text messages and very convenient and quick. The room felt uncomfortably small for two people, with limited privacy in the bathroom area. Although the ventilation system was running, it didn’t seem to circulate the air effectively. Even with all the lights on, ..."

Reviewed on 22 May, 2025

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Social Stays
Social Stays
1 out of 5
730 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is S$155 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
S$155
23 Jun - 24 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (16 reviews)
"Great location & friendly staff! Definitely would visit again"

Reviewed on 9 Jun, 2025

Social Stays
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4 out of 5
17 W Haley St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is S$410 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
S$410
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Pleasant stay. Easy check in. Really nice staff."

Reviewed on 24 May, 2025

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Other neighbourhoods around Lower State

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The Funk Zone

5/5(6 area reviews)

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.

The Funk Zone
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East Beach

4.5/5(18 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
Santa Barbara featuring 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 Santa Barbara Museum of Art 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 Presidio Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Historical Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Laguna
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Santa Barbara Beach

4.5/5(67 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

Lower State