Upper East Travel Guide
Santa Barbara





Visit Upper East
Things to do

Santa Barbara: High Ropes Adventure Course

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Top hotels in Upper East

Orange Tree Inn

Hotel Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"I was so impressed with the cleanliness, availability of the staff and the property. I stayed 7 nights and would stay there again. Thank you to everyone."
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Sandpiper Lodge

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Great one night stop. Served my needs."
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Upper East

Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

Montecito
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach 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 Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

East Beach
East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.























