Popular places to visit
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
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.
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 top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
Oak Park Hotel Deals
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Quiet spaces
Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025
The Upham Hotel
Clean room, nice staff, great hospitality
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
Great location and very friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025
Bath Street Inn
Super clean, wonderful staff, beautiful quiet elegant place. Great amenities..
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025
Secret Garden Inn and Cottages
Such a lovely place. And the breakfast is delicious .
Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
We booked a two-bedroom suite for one night. The location is great, walkable to State Street and all the great food options. Street parking is pretty easy. Feel very safe.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Oak Park
Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.
Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre, 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 Santa Barbara Museum of Art might round out your trip.
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.
Laguna
Though Laguna might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lobero Theater and Santa Barbara Bowl.
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.
