Lower State
Santa Barbara
Visit Lower State
Popular places to visit
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.
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 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 Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a popular theatre in Santa Barbara. 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.
Butterfly Beach
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.
Things to do
Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour
Santa Barbara Wine Tour Experience - Authentic and Boutique
Coastal Escape: Private Day Trip to Santa Barbara from Los Angeles
Best of Santa Barbara Walking Tour with Ice Cream
Santa Barbara Bike Rentals: Electric, Mountain or Hybrid
Top hotels in Lower State
Hotel Santa Barbara
From start to finish, from top to bottom, an exceptional stay. The staff was incredibly helpful and nice: we arrived early, but they gave us a great corner room overlooking State Street, and when they found out, it was my birthday, they sent up a little bottle of wine and some chocolates. The rooms ...
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Riviera Beach House
Great location to explore the Funk Zone area of Santa Barbara. The room was clean and perfect for a short stay. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Great location!
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hotel Californian
Good size room, friendly staff, and great location.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Great hotel. Cute. Clean. Quaint… comfortable beds
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
To start with, the staff are very kind and accommodating - I had a gig that started at the time their check-in is and due to traffic beforehand and finishing up well after their front desk closed, they offered a solution that they will leave my key where I can grab it when I arrive so that I would ...
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lower State
The Funk Zone
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.
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 Lobero Theater or Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.
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.
West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Barbara Beach
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.
Waterfront
If you're spending some time in Waterfront, East Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor are top sights worth seeing.
