Upper Riviera

Santa Barbara

Popular places to visit

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 featuring 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 top-notch restaurants.

Upper State Street
Butterfly Beach

Butterfly Beach

4/5(1 review)

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

Things to do

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

HK$275
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

HK$542
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Checking out the sea lions

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

HK$432
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
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

HK$204
per adult
Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

HK$275
per adult
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

HK$1,484
per traveller
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara
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Top hotels in Upper Riviera

El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara

El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
800 Alvarado Place, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is HK$7,692 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
HK$7,692
HK$8,783 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (514 reviews)
"Natury and relaxing. Service is great"

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2025

El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
The Milo

The Milo

3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is HK$2,214 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
HK$2,214
HK$2,529 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,388 reviews)
"Really nice place in a beautiful location.. Staff was super friendly as well."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

The Milo
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is HK$1,098 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
HK$1,098
HK$1,252 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,667 reviews)
July trip
"Charming hotel from the 1950's. The outside and inside were both immaculate. Was just an overnight but was a good choice, close to the airport and downtown."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is HK$1,964 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
HK$1,964
HK$2,305 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Extend breakfast
"Nice hotel overall, but the sofa bed is uncomfortable and I wish breakfast went until 9:30 instead of 9. It felt like we were all rushing to eat before the doors closed."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3 out of 5
306 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is HK$2,190 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
HK$2,190
HK$2,496 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,019 reviews)
"Great breakfast and great happy hour"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

3 out of 5
3850 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is HK$1,328 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
HK$1,328
HK$1,516 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Trip to Santa Barbara County Fair
"The room was perfect. There was minimal noise so it was possible to sleep. The beds were comfortable. Close to Target, Starbucks. And the hotel offered breakfast in the lobby."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Upper Riviera

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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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Upper East

5/5(4 area reviews)

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

Upper East
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Eastside

While Eastside isn't home to many top sights, Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

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

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
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Lower State

5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Paseo Nuevo Mall.

Lower State

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