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State Street Underpass, Santa Barbara

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One of the favorite areas among over 11 km (7 mi) of shopping streets in Santa Barbara is the charming cobblestoned State Street Underpass. This tree-lined stretch of road features fashionable boutiques and specialty stores at La Arcadia, along with larger stores, restaurants, and bakeries. Window-shop with coffee in hand, meet friends for lunch, or step inside the numerous shops to indulge in some serious shopping. You'll also find plenty of historical sites and galleries to explore in the area, as it is in the heart of the city. Use our Santa Barbara trip itinerary planner to add State Street Underpass and other attractions to your Santa Barbara vacation plans.
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  • State street is a must to bike to easily see it all. Stores and restaurants galore. We biked it at 10 am and watched it slowly come alive. Make sure to go see the oldest fig tree in the country. 
    State street is a must to bike to easily see it all. Stores and restaurants galore. We biked it at 10 am and watched it slowly come alive. Make sure to go see the oldest fig tree in the country.  more »
  • State street stinks (from the underpass to Victoria St - about 10 blocks). It became a big open-air urinal. Homeless everywhere. Not sure how visitors can handle the bad smell while eating outdoors... 
    State street stinks (from the underpass to Victoria St - about 10 blocks). It became a big open-air urinal. Homeless everywhere. Not sure how visitors can handle the bad smell while eating outdoors...  more »
  • We stayed at a Airbnb 3 blocks from State Street and we were so glad we did. They have blocked the street off to traffic and have turned it into a festive environment. Lots of great restaurants and....  more
    We stayed at a Airbnb 3 blocks from State Street and we were so glad we did. They have blocked the street off to traffic and have turned it into a festive environment. Lots of great restaurants and....  more »

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