Foothill
Santa Barbara
Popular places to visit
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 Zoo
Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Santa Barbara Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a popular theatre 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.
Butterfly Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Upper State Street
During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its cosy cafes.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Santa Ynez Valley Biking and Wine Tasting Tour
Top hotels in Foothill
Hotel Santa Barbara
Beautiful hotel in the heart of Santa Barbara
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Santa Barbara Inn
End to end outstanding experience. Beautiful property, ideal location, INCREDIBLE food, and delightfully comfy room.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Very clean
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
The family rooms available and the continental breakfast.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Hotel is 1 block from ocean and walkable to State Street restaurants and shopping. Very courteous with simple complimentary breakfast, free specialty coffees, waffles, juice, fruit, yogurt. Hot tub and pool were clean and safe.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Beachside Inn
Clean, courteous staff, great location, great breakfst, free wine and cheese each afternoon
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Foothill
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.
Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.
Oak Park
While Oak Park isn't home to many top sights, Mission Santa Barbara and Arlington Theater are some notable places to visit nearby.
Westside
While Westside isn't home to many top sights, Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Las Positas
While Las Positas may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Arroyo Burro Beach and Earl Warren Showgrounds.
Laguna
Laguna might not have many top sights, but Presidio Santa Barbara and Lobero Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
