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Must-do experiences
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour: 90 minutes, 8 stopsRide the Santa Barbara trolley tour for 90 minutes past the Courthouse, Mission, Museum and Waterfront with narrated stops. Pickup near Stearns Wharf.
- 935 reviews
- 4.56★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- start times · Every day except Tuesday and Wednesday
- 3
Santa Barbara Electric Bike Tour: Waterfront & Funk ZoneRide Santa Barbara's 5-mile waterfront boardwalk on an electric bike with a local guide, then explore the Funk Zone.
- 605 reviews
- 4.95★
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- Every day
- 13:00
Santa Barbara: Downtown Wine & Food Walking TourDowntown Santa Barbara food tour with wine tastings, local guide & grazing included. 3.5 hours, small groups, State Street start. No planning needed.
- 553 reviews
- 4.90★
- Duration
- 3h–4h
- Every day except Friday and Saturday
- 12:00
Recommended (7)
Santa Barbara: Harbor Kayak Tour with Sea Lions & Local Guide
- 460 reviews
- 4.97★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
Solvang Ghost Hunting Tour: EMF Meters & Spirit Box
- 333 reviews
- 4.93★
- Duration
- 1h 45m
Santa Barbara: Private Family Wineries Tour & Organic Lunch
- 302 reviews
- 4.96★
- Duration
- 7h
Santa Barbara: Taco Walking Tour with Drinks & Local Gifts
- 264 reviews
- 4.92★
- Duration
- 2h 30m
Santa Ynez Wine Tour: 3 Wineries & Lunch in Santa Barbara
- 259 reviews
- 4.80★
- Duration
- 5h
Kayaking in Santa Barbara Harbor: Wildlife & Marine Views
- 234 reviews
- 4.91★
- Duration
- 2h
Top rated (10)
Santa Barbara Electric Bike Tour: Channel Drive ViewsGuided electric bike tour of Santa Barbara with local guide, hitting Stearns Wharf, the Courthouse tower and Channel Drive: routes cars can't access.
- 115 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 2
Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental & Waterfront RideElectric bike rental in Santa Barbara with helmet, lock, map & local tips. Speeds to 20 mph, range 25–75 miles. Free parking at shop, test ride before you go.
- 167 reviews
- 4.99★
- Duration
- 1h–1d
Santa Ynez Valley Bike & Wine Tour: E-bike or Sport BikeBike through Santa Ynez Valley wine country on an e-bike or sport bike, stopping for two wine tastings, olive oil tasting, and a gourmet picnic lunch with a sommelier guide.
- 142 reviews
- 4.99★
- Duration
- 5h
- Every day
- 09:00
Santa Barbara Bike Rentals: Electric, Mountain & HybridRent bikes in Santa Barbara: electric, mountain, or hybrid options. Helmet, water bottle, and maps included. 1–2 day rentals available.
- 141 reviews
- 4.99★
Private Surf Lesson Santa Barbara: Board, Wetsuit & InstructorLearn to surf in Santa Barbara with a private instructor who teaches you to stand and ride waves: all equipment included, 90 minutes, morning or afternoon departure.
- 103 reviews
- 4.99★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 2
Santa Barbara Wine Tour: Private Estates & Vineyard TastingsSmall-group Santa Barbara wine tour visiting private vineyards on Santa Ynez Wine Trail. Includes tastings, vineyard walks, barrel room tours, lunch, and hotel pickup.
- 164 reviews
- 4.98★
Solvang Wine & True Crime Tour with 3 Drinks IncludedTwo hours through Solvang's wine bars and dark history: three tastings, serial killer stories, and a slasher-themed winery. Small groups, 21+.
- 125 reviews
- 4.98★
- Duration
- 2h
- Fri and Sat
- 18:00
High Ropes Adventure Course near Santa Barbara: 80+ ObstaclesNavigate 80+ obstacles up to 60 feet high in an old growth oak grove near Santa Barbara with a guide, harness and helmet included, climb ladders.
- 167 reviews
- 4.96★
- Duration
- 2h
- start times · Every day
- 7
Santa Barbara E-Bike Wine Tour: Solvang & Los Olivos TastingE-bike through Santa Ynez Valley vineyards with wine and olive oil tastings, gourmet lunch, and round-trip transport from Santa Barbara. Small groups, Rad Power Bikes.
- 185 reviews
- 4.95★
- Duration
- 7h
- Every day
- 09:00
Santa Barbara: Beach & City Electric Bike Tour on SandFeel the ocean breeze as you ride fat tire e-bikes across Santa Barbara’s beaches, State Street, and the harbor: includes helmet, guide, and water.
- 102 reviews
- 4.95★
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 2
Lowest price (10)
Santa Barbara Self-Guided Walking Tour & GPS Audio HighlightsWander through downtown Santa Barbara at your own pace with a GPS audio tour. Discover Stearns Wharf, the Funk Zone, and historic landmarks. Book now for lifetime access.
- 10 reviews
- 4.10★
- Duration
- 1h 15m–1h 30m
Santa Barbara: Kayak & SUP Rental on West BeachKayak and paddleboard rental on Santa Barbara's West Beach, downtown location. Includes gear, life vest, and easy water entry near the pier. No waves, families welcome.
- 45 reviews
- 4.98★
- Duration
- 1h
- start times · Every day
- 13
Santa Barbara: Ghost Tour with Stories & Photos by NightStep into Santa Barbara’s haunted past on a ghost tour led by a local expert, with real stories, guest photos, and flexible timing. Includes guide.
- 93 reviews
- 4.91★
- Duration
- 1h
- start times · Every day
- 2
Santa Barbara: Kayak & SUP Rental on West BeachKayak and paddleboard rental on Santa Barbara's West Beach near the pier. Calm entry, seal-filled buoys, all gear included. Downtown location, family-friendly.
- 29 reviews
- 4.97★
- Duration
- 1h
Santa Barbara Ghost Tour: 12-15 Haunted Stories & HistoryGuided ghost history tour in Santa Barbara with tales of El Cuartel, the Chapel, and El Paseo, children free.
- 42 reviews
- 4.86★
- Duration
- 2h
- Fri and Sat
- 18:00
Make Your Own Chocolate Bars in Santa Barbara: Choose from 40 toppingsCreate custom chocolate bars at Menchaca Chocolates in Santa Barbara, choosing from three craft chocolates and 40 toppings, then design your own box to take home.
- 53 reviews
- 4.57★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- start times · Fri and Sat
- 3
Santa Barbara Taco Tour on E-Bikes: 3 Taquerias, Funk ZoneRide e-bikes through Santa Barbara's Funk Zone to three taquerias, picking one taco at each stop plus a beer or soda at the last.
- 19 reviews
- 4.95★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- Every day
- 12:30
Sunset Kayak Tour Santa Barbara Harbor: 2-Hour PaddlePaddle Santa Barbara Harbor at sunset for 2 hours with a guide, all gear included, and wildlife sightings along the shoreline and historic wharf.
- 79 reviews
- 4.90★
- Duration
- 2h
- start times · Every day
- 2
Santa Barbara local's tour: 24 stops with guide and drinksTour Santa Barbara and Montecito with a live guide in an air-conditioned van, stopping at 24 key sites from sea cliffs to mansions. Includes water, snacks and pickup.
- 10 reviews
- 4.20★
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 2
Kayaking near Santa Barbara: Gaviota Coast WildlifePaddle 3 miles along California's undeveloped Gaviota Coast with a guide, spotting dolphins and sea lions in kelp beds while learning marine ecology.
- 50 reviews
- 4.92★
- Duration
- 3h 30m
- Every day
- 09:30
Santa Barbara at a glance ✓ 2026-11-03
- Most booked: Santa Barbara Trolley Tour: 90 minutes, 8 stops, US$ 37 (1h 30m, 4.56★ · 935).
- Top rated: Santa Barbara Electric Bike Tour: Waterfront & Funk Zone, US$ 85 (2h 30m, 4.95★ · 605).
- Best value: Santa Barbara: Downtown Wine & Food Walking Tour, US$ 175 (3h–4h, 4.90★ · 553).
Of the 71 experiences: 65 with free cancellation, 57 with instant confirmation, 26 with hotel pickup and 33 bookable last-minute.