Lower Riviera
Popular places to visit
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.
Stearns Wharf
Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as biking in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour
Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike
Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide
Top hotels in Lower Riviera
![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 Jun 15, 2024
![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 Jun 17, 2024
![Hotel Milo Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565800/565736/d2b50aed_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2024
![Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25300/25247/a87e6f0d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
![Hyatt Place Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32670000/32661400/32661326/aa54a05b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 14, 2024
![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 Jun 14, 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Lower Riviera
![Santa Barbara Mission](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7cb2cfdd9089896dc2ed739f310fd07a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.
![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Laguna
If you're spending some time in Laguna, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Rafael Gonzalez House 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)
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 Santa Barbara Museum of Art might round out your trip.
![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.
![Elephant seal beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/763e7db8625ec1e7f8fb49ddd05ac841.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![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 Los Padres National Forest and Santa Barbara Botanical Garden.