Upper East, CA
Santa Barbara
Popular places to visit
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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 in Santa Barbara is the location for many city-wide celebrations like Summer Solstice and is one of the city's oldest parks. Occupying two blocks in the heart of downtown, it is home to a gazebo as well as the 8,000-square-foot Kids World playground and many rare trees. This view is looking southwest at Our Lady of Sorrows Roman Catholic Church across Anacapa Street, one of the oldest churches in California, dating back to 1782.
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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.
![Starting off a great day of fishing with a beautiful #sunrise over the Santa Barbara Harbor #adventure #ocean #California](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.
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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.
![Santa Barbara County Courthouse which includes a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture](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
Learn about the local history of Santa Barbara when you spend time at Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its lively festivals.
Upper East Hotel Deals
![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 27 January 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 10 January 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 6 February 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 4 February 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 7 February 2025
![Avania Inn of Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/970000/969000/968986/eb256cb3_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 7 February 2025
Other neighborhoods around Upper East
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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 Granada Theatre.
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Laguna
If you're spending some time in Laguna, Rafael Gonzalez House and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park 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 Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.
![2017 Spring stroll in Santa Barbara, CA](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/454a16de0e3dae51af08f913d4441531.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Mission Canyon
Mission Canyon is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Santa Barbara Botanical Garden and Santa Barbara Botanic Garden.