Upper East
Santa Barbara
Popular places to visit
![Mission Santa Barbara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/8428083328d3132c8cff29dc70abd239.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Mission Santa Barbara
Learn about the local history of Santa Barbara with a stop at Mission Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
![Alameda Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1ebd7590da283024803e534f3bce8809.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Alameda Park
Explore the great outdoors at Alameda Park, a lovely green space in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
![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.
Things to do
![Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5290762/e67fda28-a952-460c-8068-3a682d1c29dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour
![Harbor lookout](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47269713/b212553d-c0b7-4577-af39-abeb6de1628f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Private Guided Tour in Santa Barbara on Electric Bikes
![Best of Santa Barbara: A Stroll Through Paradise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4713002/b4d33290-4f49-46be-b4b6-dff1627805c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Best of Santa Barbara: A Stroll Through Paradise
![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
Top hotels in Upper East
![Simpson House Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1010000/1000900/1000868/87a2eb83_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2025
![Orange Tree Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/970000/967400/967381/86d5e9c6_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2025
![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 11, 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
Other neighbourhoods around Upper East
![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.
![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.
![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.
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Laguna
If you're spending some time in Laguna, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Rafael Gonzalez House are top sights worth seeing.
![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)
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Santa Barbara Museum of Art might round out your trip.
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Lower State
While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like Reagan Ranch Center and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.