Ghost Tours in Santa Barbara 5 options
Solvang Ghost Hunting Tour: EMF Meters & Spirit BoxReal ghost hunting gear in Solvang's haunted Danish village. EMF meters, Spirit Box, dowsing rods, and local paranormal stories. Ages 12+, wheelchair accessible.Every day · 19:00 and 20:00 · From age 7★ 4.93 (332)1h 45mEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 55per person
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.Every day · 17:00 and 20:00★ 4.91 (93)1hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 25per person
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.Fri and Sat · 18:00★ 4.86 (42)2hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 55per person
Solvang Ghost Tour: Haunted Landmarks & Local LegendsWalk Solvang's haunted sites nightly with a local guide uncovering documented history, eerie legends and paranormal tales tied to Old Mission Santa Inés.Every day · 20:00 · All ages★ 1.00 (1)1hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 26per person
Santa Barbara Ghost Tour: Haunted Courthouse & Historic SitesWalk Santa Barbara's most haunted locations with a live guide who shares firsthand accounts of spirits still present at the County Courthouse, theatres and historic buildings.Every day · 20:00★ 3.90 (50)1hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 26per person
All 5 options, side by side
✓ 2026-10-29| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solvang Ghost Hunting Tour: EMF Meters & Spirit BoxOur pick | US$ 55 per person | 1h 45m | 4.93★ · 332 | Every day · 19:00 and 20:00 | English |
| Santa Barbara: Ghost Tour with Stories & Photos by NightBest value | US$ 25 per person | 1h | 4.91★ · 93 | Every day · 17:00 and 20:00 | English |
| Santa Barbara Ghost Tour: 12-15 Haunted Stories & HistoryAlso recommended | US$ 55 per person | 2h | 4.86★ · 42 | Fri and Sat · 18:00 | English |
| Solvang Ghost Tour: Haunted Landmarks & Local Legends | US$ 26 per person | 1h | 1.00★ only 1 review | Every day · 20:00 | English |
| Santa Barbara Ghost Tour: Haunted Courthouse & Historic Sites | US$ 26 per person | 1h | 3.90★ · 50 | Every day · 20:00 | English |
Ghost Tours in Santa Barbara at a glance
- Our pick: Solvang Ghost Hunting Tour: EMF Meters & Spirit Box, US$ 55 (1h 45m, 4.93★ · 332).
- Best value: Santa Barbara: Ghost Tour with Stories & Photos by Night, US$ 25 (1h, 4.91★ · 93).
- Also recommended: Santa Barbara Ghost Tour: 12-15 Haunted Stories & History, US$ 55 (2h, 4.86★ · 42).
Real price per person across the 5 options: US$ 25–US$ 55 (median US$ 26). With 100+ reviews: 1 of 5.
Of the 5 options: 5 with free cancellation, 4 with instant confirmation, 3 kid-friendly and 1 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person.
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