Visit Las Positas
Popular places to visit
![Santa Barbara Zoo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/4b9585a48356be65be68944c62168157.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Santa Barbara Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your trip to Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
![Santa Barbara Harbor](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a79f5cfd6e83f80a536f9243662de183.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 featuring heritage architecture and a luxury hotel or resort](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/51000/51681-Santa-Barbara.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Upper State Street](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1d3943494e82de7a7e3136701c3719f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Upper State Street
During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its charming coffeehouses.
![Stearns Wharf](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2a95900f46ed07b806fb0b7f1015da99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Stearns Wharf
Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as biking in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
![Butterfly Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/4ac1f02a3b45ea4c8ed3a9d6ead87c6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Butterfly Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
![Helicopter Beach Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47868883/c6a28ada-d593-46d5-8ad3-850c0fab486b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
![Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48117548/47650188-db2e-4c28-b56b-ad42c17837bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
![Private Taco Tasting in Santa Barbara by Walking](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46662147/93957369-7b26-403a-834b-eca1f967d166.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Private Taco Tasting in Santa Barbara by Walking
![You take 14 oz. of Dark or Milk Chocolate and add your choose of inclusions.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44854873/dcf6345a-ef25-4b1a-beba-3c5f56076e4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Make your own Chocolate Bark & Factory Tour
Top hotels in Las Positas
![Hotel Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/67500/67458/ec3739ef_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2025
![Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25300/25247/23ded0f8_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2025
![Sandpiper Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1060000/1058000/1057983/a2794fcf_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025
![Hyatt Place Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32670000/32661400/32661326/aa54a05b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2025
![Hotel Milo Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565800/565736/d2b50aed_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2025
![Avania Inn of Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/970000/969000/968986/eb256cb3_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Las Positas
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Alta Mesa
Alta Mesa might not have many top sights, but 1000 Steps Beach and Leadbetter Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
![Elephant seal beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/763e7db8625ec1e7f8fb49ddd05ac841.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Westside
Though Westside might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Arlington Theater and Santa Barbara Museum of Art.
![Elephant seal beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/763e7db8625ec1e7f8fb49ddd05ac841.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Oak Park
While there might not be top attractions in Oak Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mission Santa Barbara and Arlington Theater.
![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1fb14b660f9f4732fe62daf0de6f37a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
The Mesa
While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.
![Santa Barbara Mission](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7cb2cfdd9089896dc2ed739f310fd07a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.
![Santa Barbara showing a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35638-Santa-Barbara.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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 Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.