Upper Riviera, CA
Santa Barbara
Visit Upper 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.
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.
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.
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
Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Upper Riviera Hotel Deals
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Great room and nice facility.
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara
Clean, beautiful and new. Nice location
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Excellent location, helpful and kind staff. Free parking and breakfast with awesome coffee machine. Bonus heated pool and jacuzzi
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
Clean
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026
Santa Barbara Inn
Perfect hotel!!
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026
Inn By The Harbor
The room was clean, staff was great and attentive as well as great price for room and breakfast included!
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Upper 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.
Eastside
Eastside might not have many top sights, but Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mission Canyon
Visitors to Mission Canyon enjoy its gardens, and if you want to do some exploring, Santa Barbara Botanic Garden is worth a stop.
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.
