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California’s oldest working wharf, Santa Barbara’s Stearns Wharf is home to restaurants and an aquarium. It’s a great place for a sunset stroll in the city.
219 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA, 93109
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Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
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Visitors who want a quick, fun overview of Santa Barbara's highlights will love this 90-minute trolley tour of the American Riviera. Drive past landmarks like the courthouse, the zoo, the Mission, and the Museum of Natural History. Learn about the town's culture and history from live commentary and note places that you might want to return to independently later.
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$30.00
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$30.00

Santa Barbara Kayak Tour with Knowledgeable Guide
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Get another perspective on the southern California coast during this leisurely kayak tour in Santa Barbara. Learn the basics of kayaking from your guide, and hear about Santa Barbara’s natural history and marine life during your tour. Includes use of all kayaking gear.
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$59.00
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$59.00

3-Day California Coast Tour: Santa Barbara, San Francisco and Yosemite
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See the best that California has to offer during this 3-day, 2-night West Coast tour, covering some of the Golden State’s top cities and outdoor areas. Start your trip in Los Angeles, snaking north by van or motor coach through California hotspots including Santa Barbara, Solvang, Yosemite National Park, Carmel, San Francisco and Hearst Castle. It’s a memorable opportunity to explore one postcard-worthy destination after the next. Your tour of the California coast also includes two nights of accommodations and a driver-guide.
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$590.00
Price varies by group size
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$590.00
Price varies by group size

Pacific Coast Highway: a Smartphone Audio Tour between LA & Santa Maria
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Hook your smartphone up to your vehicle's stereo and listen to a tour guide while you drive!
Follow the suggested route along the Pacific Coast Highway, one of the most scenic drives in the world! Start anywhere along the route between Los Angeles and Santa Maria. The tour experience is the same in either direction.
Pass the famous Marina Del Rey, Malibu, Carpinteria, the Channel Islands, Getty Villa Museum and some of the world’s most famous beaches. We'll point out must-see sights, parks, tourist attractions & recreation areas and give a historical overview of the area and its original inhabitants.
With no time constraints, enjoy the freedom to stop anywhere and take your time exploring. Tour guide commentary will play automatically as you drive, using an easy to navigate live GPS map. No data is used during the tour.
This audio guide will keep your group entertained & engaged along the way. Each point of interest also has a fun multiple-choice trivia question about the sights.
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$7.99
per group
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$7.99
per group

Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide
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This private Santa Barbara kayaking tour lets you explore the marine life and landmarks of Santa Barbara Harbor and the spectacular coastline on the ‘American Riviera’ along one of four different routes. Take in views of rugged shoreline cliffs and the Santa Ynez Mountains, and be on the lookout for dolphins and seals. This 1.5- to 2.5-hour tour is led by an experienced kayak guide who points out natural features and customizes the speed of the ride according to your skill level.
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$55.00
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$55.00

Santa Barbara Sunset Kayak Tour with Knowledgeable Guide
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Paddle into the sunset along the Southern California coast during this beginner-friendly kayaking trip from Santa Barbara. Watch the last rays of the day melt into the Pacific as you travel through the glassy waters of Santa Barbara Harbor. As you move, you’ll pass by the historic wharf and past other boats, keeping your eyes out for marine life. An included lesson in astronomy and ecology from your guide is an added bonus. A guide and all necessary kayaking gear is included.
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$89.00
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$89.00

Santa Barbara Scavenger Hunt Adventure
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Make Santa Barbara your game board with a 3-hour scavenger hunt adventure for a team of 2–5 people. Use a smart phone to follow a series of locally-themed clues that lead to fun challenges with your friends and family. Trace a 2-mile route past historic monuments, seaside neighborhoods and hidden gems to get an insider's look at the city. Rack up points to compete against prior scavenger hunt teams, or simply enjoy the self-guided tour at your own pace, with plenty of stops to eat, drink and sightsee.
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$20.52
Price varies by group size
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$20.52
Price varies by group size

8-Day San Francisco, Yosemite, Las Vegas, Sedona, Monument Valley Tour from LA
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Visit some of the top destinations in the American West on a 7-night, 1-way tour from Los Angeles to Las Vegas. You'll travel through California, Nevada, and Arizona to visit Santa Barbara, San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Sedona, Zion Park, and Horseshoe Bend, ending in Las Vegas. Attractions include a cruise on San Francisco Bay, an evening tour of the Las Vegas Strip, visiting Hoover Dam, and Jeep tour through Monument Valley.
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$1,495.00
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$1,495.00
Price varies by group size

Wild West 5-Day Tour from LA: Santa Barbara, San Francisco, Yosemite, Las Vegas
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Visit the top destinations of the American West, once known as the Wild West, on this 4-night tour from Los Angeles. You'll travel through California and Nevada to reach the coastal towns of Santa Barbara and Carmel; San Francisco, a.k.a. the City by the Bay; Yosemite National Park; and Las Vegas. Attractions include the 17-Mile Drive, a San Francisco Bay cruise, an evening tour of the Las Vegas Strip, and a trip to Hoover Dam.
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$895.00
Price varies by group size
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$895.00
Price varies by group size

Santa Barbara Private Tour and Wine Tasting Experience from LA
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Experience a luxury alternative to crowded sightseeing buses with this private and personalized Santa Barbara day tour from Los Angeles. First, head to the downtown area to see Spanish-inspired architecture, as well as the Santa Barbara Courthouse, and the beautiful Old Mission building. The trip also factors in one wine tasting in the scenic town of Los Olivos.
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$280.00
Price varies by group size
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$280.00
Price varies by group size

Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour
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World class private tour, completely controlled by you!
Come see the best sights in Santa Barbara, at your leisure!
Commentary and Tour by Laure Spiers, a local legend!
Don't worry about other people, this tour is completely tailored to you!
With our app, you can pause the tour, and check out the locations as long as you want! You can skip a stop you don't like, and you have all the best information about each stop at your fingertips.
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$75.00
per group
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$75.00
per group

Private 10-hour tour to Santa Barbara & Solvang from Los Angeles - Hotel pick up
Swap the LA hubbub for Mediterranean cool and Danish calm without even leaving the state on this full-day tour to Santa Barbara and Solvang. Learn about Santa Barbara’s Spanish heritage as you stroll between palms and white facades, then discover Danish architecture and replica landmarks in the charming town of Solvang. Benefit from your private guide’s personalized attention throughout and enjoy hassle-free transfer with hotel pickup and drop-off included.
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$750.19
Price varies by group size
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$750.19
Price varies by group size
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