North State Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Upper State Street
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 cosy cafes.
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 Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Stearns Wharf
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.
Santa Barbara County Courthouse
Learn about the local history of Santa Barbara when you take a trip to Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.
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.
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Other neighbourhoods around North State
Oak Park
While Oak Park isn't home to many top sights, Mission Santa Barbara and Arlington Theater are some notable places to visit nearby.
Las Positas
While Las Positas may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Arroyo Burro Beach and Earl Warren Showgrounds.
Mission Canyon
Visitors to Mission Canyon appreciate its gardens. A visit to Santa Barbara Natural History Museum and Mission Santa Barbara might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.
Alta Mesa
When in Alta Mesa, you can plan a visit to 1000 Steps Beach and Leadbetter Beach, 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 Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.
- Santa Barbara Golf Club
- La Cumbre Plaza
- Santa Barbara Zoo
- University of California
- Stearns Wharf
- Carpinteria State Beach
- Butterfly Beach
- Santa Barbara City College
- Lake Cachuma
- Arroyo Burro Beach
- Los Padres National Forest
- El Capitan State Beach
- Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club
- Cabrillo Pavillion
- Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
- Lotusland
- Earl Warren Showgrounds
- Refugio State Beach