The Funk Zone

Santa Barbara

Photo by Theresa McLaird
Photo by Theresa McLaird

Popular places to visit

Santa Barbara Zoo

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 Zoo
Santa Barbara Harbor

Santa Barbara Harbor

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Harbor
Upper State Street

Upper State Street

4.5/5(32 reviews)

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 top-notch restaurants.

Upper State Street
Santa Barbara County Courthouse which includes a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

4.5/5(11 reviews)

See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.

Santa Barbara County Courthouse
Stearns Wharf

Stearns Wharf

4/5(31 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as cycling in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Stearns Wharf
Butterfly Beach

Butterfly Beach

4/5(1 review)

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.

Butterfly Beach

Things to do

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

S$38
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Santa Barbara: Private Scenic Tandem Sidecar Tour

Santa Barbara: Private Scenic Tandem Sidecar Tour

S$135
per adult
Santa Barbara: Private Scenic Tandem Sidecar Tour
Santa Ynez Valley Wine Tour

Santa Ynez Wine Tour (All-Inclusive)

S$325
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Santa Ynez Wine Tour (All-Inclusive)
Santa Ynez Valley Cupcake and Wine Tour

Santa Ynez Cupcake & Wine Tour (All-Inclusive)

S$352
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Ynez Cupcake & Wine Tour (All-Inclusive)
Santa Barbara Taco Tour on E-Bikes

Santa Barbara Taco Tour on E-Bikes

S$95
per adult
Santa Barbara Taco Tour on E-Bikes
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Santa Barbara's Original Afternoon Winery Tour

S$243
per adult
Santa Barbara's Original Afternoon Winery Tour
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Top hotels in The Funk Zone

Riviera Beach House
Riviera Beach House
3.5 out of 5
121 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is S$271 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
S$271
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (994 reviews)
"Great location and very friendly staff. Highly recommended by me"

Reviewed on 3 Feb,2025

Riviera Beach House
Hotel Californian
Hotel Californian
5 out of 5
36 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is S$1,383 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
S$1,383
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (874 reviews)
"The Location and Decor was perfect. First Class Experience!"

Reviewed on 11 Nov,2024

Hotel Californian
Moxy Santa Barbara
Moxy Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
12 E Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is S$346 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
S$346
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Zoo and Reagan ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (787 reviews)
"I knew the room would be small (as we got the smallest room they had), but it was barely walkable. About 8 inches to scoot between the wall and the bed. Everything was good quality and the bed itself was comfortable, but overall not worth the price paid. Usually you can justify the price with amenities, ..."

Reviewed on 1 Dec,2024

Moxy Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge
Sandpiper Lodge
2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is S$153 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
S$153
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,334 reviews)
"good"

Reviewed on 6 Feb,2025

Sandpiper Lodge
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 out of 5
4558 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA
The price is S$178 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
S$178
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,019 reviews)
"I stay here everytime I come to California and it's always a perfect spot and I feel right at home here!"

Reviewed on 4 Feb,2025

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Hotel Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara
3 out of 5
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$335 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
S$335
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Can be noisy when bars are closing"

Reviewed on 4 Feb,2025

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Other neighbourhoods around The Funk Zone

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East Beach

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

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

East Beach
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Lower State

5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Paseo Nuevo Mall.

Lower State
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Santa Barbara Beach

4.5/5(67 area reviews)

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara Beach
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Waterfront

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

Waterfront
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West Beach

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

West Beach
Santa Barbara featuring a coastal town

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample 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.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara

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