Lower Riviera
Santa Barbara
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Popular places to visit
Santa Barbara Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a storied theater 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.
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.
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.
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 charming coffeehouses.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Solvang: Ghost Hunting and Dark History Tour
Lower Riviera Hotel Deals
Sandpiper Lodge
Very close to everything
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara
Beautiful hotel and convenient/walkable locations.
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
The check-in staff member charged me $25 for an early check-in. I told him I thought check-in was 2:00 and he said check-in was 3:00. I had to get ready so I paid the $25, went to my room and confirmed it was 2:00 on my confirmation email. Thankfully another staff member reimbursed my $25 when I ...
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Very nice and quiet stay in Santa Barbara this weekend. My fiance and I loved the hotel, the staff, and the ultra- convenient parking garage. Thanks for a great stay!
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026
The Milo
Dirty sheets with stains and an unpleasant smell.
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026
Inn By The Harbor
There was an ant infestation
Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lower Riviera
Laguna
Though Laguna might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Presidio Santa Barbara and Lobero Theater.
Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.
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.
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.
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.
Lower State
While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Paseo Nuevo Mall.
