Alta Mesa, CA
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: Sparkling Wine Walking Tour
5 STARS: "Where The Locals Go!" Nature-History Tour
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Other neighborhoods around Alta Mesa
The Mesa
While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.
Westside
Though Westside might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Arlington Theater and Santa Barbara Museum of Art.
West Beach
While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum.
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.
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.
Lower State
While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Reagan Ranch Center.
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- Santa Barbara Zoo
- University of California
- Santa Barbara Harbor
- Stearns Wharf
- Carpinteria State Beach
- Lake Cachuma
- Santa Barbara Bowl
- Upper State Street
- Butterfly Beach
- Santa Barbara County Courthouse
- Mission Santa Barbara
- Santa Barbara City College
- Goleta Beach
- Los Padres National Forest
- Westmont College
- Leadbetter Beach
- El Capitan State Beach
- Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club
- Earl Warren Showgrounds
- Arlington Theater
- Rincon Beach
- Santa Barbara Golf Club
- MOXI
- Miramar Beach
- Lotusland
- Santa Barbara Historical Museum
- Sandpiper Golf Club
- Arroyo Burro Beach
- Cabrillo Pavillion
- Lobero Theater
- Paseo Nuevo Mall