Things to do in Santa Barbara

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Backroads Deluxe Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch

By Adventure Hummer Tours

Home to some of California’s most sought-after wines, explore Santa Barbara wine country in Santa Ynez and visit 4 picturesque wineries. Have a taste of

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

Private Full Day Boutique Winery Tour with Lunch

By Golden Rooster Transportation

Dive into the diverse landscape of Southern California's wineries as you escape into the amazing vineyards of Santa Barbara and Santa Ynez. Sit back on this

Coastal Road Bike Tour

By Cal Coast Adventures

Coast down mellow slopes on winding roads, sweat out steep climbs to reach lofty vantage points, and meander down flat lanes lined with rugged cliff faces on

Day Trip from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles

By Attractions4US

Enjoy a full-day trip by rail to LA from Santa Barbara, avoiding LA's infamous traffic as you skirt along the Western coastline aboard a sleek commuter train.

Recommended by 92% of Travelers

Full-Day Small Group Wine Tour with Picnic Lunch

By Santa Barbara Classic Wine Tours

With rolling coastal mountains to the east and pristine beaches to the west, Santa Barbara is a gem, and its inland wine country is one of the best places in

Recommended by 84% of Travelers

Wine Lover's Tour - Santa Ynez Valley Wineries & Lunch

By Stagecoach Co Wine Tours

Sip and swirl your way through the sun-soaked wineries of the Santa Ynez Valley. With a small group and an expert guide, pop into 3 to 4 custom cellars,

3-Day California Coast Excursion

By Get America Tours

Spend 3 days discovering the postcard-worthy coastal scenery along California's coast during a bus tour that takes you all the way from Los Angeles up to San

6-Day Western Adventure: San Francisco, Yosemite & Las Vegas

By Get America Tours

Check out some of the best sights in California and across the Southwest with 6 days of adventure that take you up the coast and all the way to Las Vegas.

Bike & Beverage Tour of Santa Barbara

By Cal Coast Adventures

Prepare for a ride through SB's drinking scene with a knowledgeable guide. And afterwards - 4 free tastings! Once at our shop our bike guides will outfit you

Recommended by 94% of Travelers

Electric Bike Tour of Santa Barbara

By Cal Coast Adventures

This tour will take you through the best bike routes, historical highlights, and great viewpoints of Santa Barbara! This bike tour has the potential to show

Recommended by 50% of Travelers

Amazing Izamal and Santa Barbara

By Go Tour

Izamal remains a place of pilgrimage within the Yucatán state, now for the veneration of Roman Catholic saints. Several saints statues at Izamal are said to

3-Day Coastal Tour from Los Angeles to San Francisco

By Incredible Adventures Inc.

Embark on an epic excursion up the golden California coast, witnessing gorgeous oceanside cities and charming small towns along the way. Day 1 - Los Angeles

Recommended by 20% of Travelers

Wine Country by Bike

By Santa Barbara Adventure Company

A magical way to see wine country is by bicycle, riding through beautiful vineyards, rolling farmlands and stopping at points of interest along the way. This

Refugio State Beach Coastal Kayak

By Santa Barbara Adventure Company

A perfect day of kayaking, swimming and fun in nature. This is our most popular coastal trip, showing you an incredible section of coastline. The Gaviota

Santa Barbara Wine Country Tour with Picnic Lunch

By Santa Barbara Adventure Company

Enjoy a day wine tasting in the Santa Ynez Valley and let us take care of the details. Visit outstanding wineries, enjoy beautiful scenery and relax in a

Surfing Lesson

By Santa Barbara Adventure Company

Learn to surf the waves of Santa Barbara's beautiful beaches! This introduction is for a first time surfer or someone who has tried surfing a few times and

Mountains to Shore Biking Tour

By Santa Barbara Adventure Company

This bike ride is great for all skill levels, starting high in Santa Barbara's rugged and beautiful mountains and biking down to the sparkling sea. We stop to

Electric Bike Rental

By Cal Coast Adventures

Zip through Santa Barbara on your very own Ebike! With speeds up to 20 mph you'll be able to see ALL of Santa Barbara. From our scenic beachfront bike path to

Solvang Food & Photography Tour

By Eat This, Shoot That!

Our Solvang food tour starts in Centennial Plaza and will walk you through the the downtown neighborhood streets where you will taste traditional and local

Santa Ynez Wine Country Shuttle

By Santa Barbara Adventure Company

Our wine shuttle service gives you the freedom to pick from a selection of some of our favorite partners in the Valley, allowing you to skip tastings you

Recommended by 88% of Travelers

Urban Adventure Quest - Santa Barbara

By Urban Adventure Quest

Embark on an interactive tour of Santa Barbara and explore the city while following hints and completing unique challenges. See landmarks and historical sites

Recommended by 98% of Travelers

Original Downtown Food Tour

By Taste Santa Barbara Food Tours

Nibble your way through Santa Barbara's charming center as you explore the flavors and learn about the local culture and history of our beautiful and mostly

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

Mountain Bike Tour - Beginner or Intermediate

By Cal Coast Adventures

This private tour and customizable experience is great for beginner couples or families but can also be amped up to satisfy the intermediate rider! Cruise

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

Private Santa Barbara City Bike Tour

By Cal Coast Adventures

Put your feet to the pedals of a comfortable bike and hit the streets of Santa Barbara for a private tour of this charming city. Cruise past sandy beaches on

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

Private Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara

By Cal Coast Adventures

Head to the beaches of Santa Barbara and hang ten as you seek out Southern California's best breaks and killer curls. With an experienced local surf

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

Private Stand-up Paddleboarding Lesson

By Cal Coast Adventures

Head to the sunny shores of Santa Barbara and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon spent learning how to cruise around the Pacific Ocean atop a stand-up paddleboard.

Recommended by 94% of Travelers

Kayaking Tour at West Beach

By Cal Coast Adventures

Spend an active day on the coast by exploring the navy waters off the shores of sun soaked Santa Barbara. Tag along with an experienced local kayak guide and

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

Full-Day Bicycle Rental (Cruiser - Electric - MTB - Road)

By Cal Coast Adventures

Cruise around the streets, trails, beaches, and boulevards of Santa Barbara to discover the city's famous sights and often-overlooked corners on a comfortable

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

Private American Riviera Kayaking Tour

By Cal Coast Adventures

Grab a paddle and head out into the calm waters just outside of Santa Barbara's boat-packed harbor to explore charming waterfronts and dramatic landscapes.

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

Santa Barbara Funk Zone Food & Photography Tour

By Eat This, Shoot That!

Set out on foot with a smartphone camera in hand for a tastebud-driven exploration of Santa Barbara's lively and artistic Funk Zone. Snap photos of colorful

El Paseo Wine & Photography Tour

By Eat This, Shoot That!

Hit up Santa Barbara's historic Presidio neighborhood for a tasty tour for budding oenophiles and savvy connoisseurs alike. As you sip and sample your way

Recommended by 68% of Travelers

Adult Buggy Rental

By SB Buggie

Ride through Santa Barbara on a 3-wheeled buggy to explore this gorgeous city on the Pacific Coast, which has been claimed by many to be the American Riviera.

Recommended by 10% of Travelers

Smartphone-Guided Funk Zone Wine Tour with Glasses

By Seeker

Indulge your palate with a comprehensive, smartphone-guided wine tour of Santa Barbara's Funk Zone. Spend as much time as you like sampling diverse and

Recommended by 50% of Travelers

Smartphone-Guided Anacapa Wine Walk with Tastings

By Seeker

Take a day to explore the most popular tasting rooms in Santa Barbara's Funk Zone on this smartphone-guided wine tour. Ideal for an afternoon stroll, this

Recommended by 66% of Travelers

Smartphone-Guided Lagoon District Brewery Tour with Tastings

By Seeker

Taste your way around Santa Barbara's Lagoon District with this smartphone-guided tour that's ideal for brew lovers. Take your time in visiting a number of

Smartphone-Guided Presidio Wine Walk with Tastings

By Seeker

Located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, the Presidio is renowned for its historic value and premium wines. This smartphone-guided tour allows you to

Recommended by 34% of Travelers

Smartphone-Guided Solvang Wine Walk with Tastings

By Seeker

Make your way around Solvang on this smartphone-guided tour, exploring the city's scenic, European-style charm as you sip on exquisite wines. This leisurely

Hands-On Helicopter Flight Experience

By ALG AVIATION

Perfect for those who dream of flying a helicopter, this adventure lets you take the controls of a Robinson R22 and soar over the hills and valleys of Los

Recommended by 60% of Travelers

Downtown Santa Barbara Historical Food Walking Tour

By Santa Barbara Tasting Tours

This culinary experience offers an intimate food walking tour of the mid-State Street area of downtown Santa Barbara and gives guests an up close and personal

Funk Zone Food Tour

By Santa Barbara Tasting Tours

On this fun food walking tour, guests will explore some of the city’s off the beaten path eateries and shops. This three hour tour starts just off of State

Electric Bike Adventure in Santa Barbara Wine Country

By Pedego Los Olivos

Experience an exhilarating day in wine country off the beaten path while enjoying the open air and beautiful surroundings. Your Electric Bike Adventure begins

Smartphone-guided Bridge City Brewery Tour with Tastings

By Merakai, LLC

The Bridge City Brew Trail includes the most popular breweries in Portland's Pearl District. The quantity of beer is geared towards an afternoon or weekend

Smartphone-Guided Paso Robles Wine Walk with Tastings

By Merakai, LLC

Experience Paso Robles' rich wine culture and friendly community during your all-inclusive self-guided wine adventure. The Paso Robles Wine Walk includes a

Electric Bike Rental And Wine Tasting Package

By Pedego Los Olivos

Experience Wine Country in a whole new way…on a Pedego Electric Bike! Start your adventure from downtown Los Olivos (Santa Barbara pick up options

Recommended by 20% of Travelers

Join-In Social Wine Tour w/Lunch from Solvang or Santa Ynez.

By Golden Rooster Transportation

Dive into the diverse landscape of Southern California's wineries as you escape into the amazing vineyards of Santa Barbara and Santa Ynez. Sit back on this

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

Kayaking Santa Barbara's Waterfront

By Santa Barbara Adventure Company

Join us for a beautiful guided paddle along the Santa Barbara waterfront. Our 2 hour journey begins with paddle instruction, then takes us through the harbor,

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

Santa Barbara Wine and Cupcake Tour

By Santa Barbara Adventure Company

Pair your wine tasting with a flight of 6 delectable mini-cupcakes! This tour features wine tasting at 3 wineries, a picnic lunch hand-crafted by our private

Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) Lesson in Santa Barbara

By Santa Barbara Adventure Company

Stand Up Paddleboarding allows guests to experience incredible views of the city, mountains and ocean while enjoying a great total-body workout. You'll also

Recommended by 100% of Travelers

Solvang Fun Low Cost Wine Tours

By Artisan Excursion

Brace Yourselves and Prepare Your Taste Buds for An Exquisite Experience With Artisan Excursion Wine Tours! With Artisan Excursion Wine Tours, you get to

Santa Barbara Wildlife & History Kayaking Tour

By Paddle Sports Center

PADDLING SANTA BARBARA'S 'AMERICAN RIVIERA' Sandwiched between rugged coastal mountains and south-facing beaches, Santa Barbara is often called the American

Tastings at 400+ West Coast Wineries (Priority Wine Pass)

By Priority Wine Pass

We are a winetasting pass that is partnered with 400 wineries on the West Coast and is good for 365 days from date of purchase THE WINERIES we work with:

SUP (Stand-Up Paddle Boarding) Lesson

By Paddle Sports Center

ASI (ACADEMY OF SURFING INSTRUCTORS) CERTIFIED SUP INSTRUCTOR SCHOOL Learn the basics of Stand-up Paddle Boarding (SUP) or advance your skills with one of our

Sunset & Moonrise Kayaking

By Paddle Sports Center

SUNSET ALONG THE SANTA BARBARA COAST Santa Barbara sunsets are world renowned and winter happens to be the best time of year to see a dazzling display of

Mesa Coastal SUP Tour

By Paddle Sports Center

HENDRY'S BEACH TO SANTA BARBARA HARBOR This one-of-a-kind SUP experience launches from Hendry's beach and takes you 3.5 miles down the coast. We will glide

Surf Lesson

By Paddle Sports Center

SANTA BARBARA SURFING Santa Barbara is home to excellent winter swells and summer bumps. Riding waves are not only fun, but empowering. Our surf lessons

Kayak Rental

By Paddle Sports Center

Renting a kayak in Santa Barbara is a fun and active way to explore the harbor without the hassle of bringing your own gear. This rental package includes a

SUP (Stand-Up Paddle Board) Rental

By Paddle Sports Center

Get outside and breathe in the fresh sea air while exploring Santa Barbara Harbor - on a paddle board! Stand-Up Paddle Boards (SUPs) are a great way to see

Surfboard Rental

By Paddle Sports Center

Paddle Sports Center is conveniently located close to 2 great learning breaks. We have a large variety of Surfboards & wetsuits for

Outlets at Tejon Shop & Play

By Shop America Alliance

The Outlets at Tejon offers an exciting way to shop the outlets with our Shop & Play package that offers great savings on your favorite brands,

Mystery Thrill Seekers - Ojai

By Mystery Thrill Seekers

Fun, Interactive game played on location with your smart phone. Your mission is to work together to solve puzzles, unlock clues and solve who dunnit. As you

Mystery Thrill Seekers - Solvang

By Mystery Thrill Seekers

Fun, Interactive game played on location with your smart phone. Your mission is to work together to solve puzzles, unlock clues and solve who dunnit. As you

Vineyard to Table : Wine Country Biking & Tasting

By I Bike Santa Barbara

This is the most immersive way to experience Santa Barbara Wine Country. Pedal through the gorgeous vineyards and quaint towns of the Santa Ynez Valley with a

Santa Barbara Private Tour and Wine Tasting Experience

By Easy Go California Tours

If you are ready for a touch of luxury, then have a relaxing day in Santa Barbara, known as the American Riviera! This trip starts off with a spectacular

All-Inclusive Wine Tasting Tour - Santa Barbara

By Grapeline Wine Tours

Our premier tour package for wine aficionados and wine newbies alike! Grapeline’s signature Vineyard Picnic Tour is a great fit for all. This tour provides

All-Inclusive Wine Tasting Tour - Santa Ynez Valley

By Grapeline Wine Tours

Our premier tour package for wine aficionados and wine newbies alike! Grapeline’s signature Vineyard Picnic Tour is a great fit for all. This tour provides

Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Rental

By Cal Coast Adventures

Interested in renting a Kayak or SUP in Santa Barbara - Come stand up paddle or kayak at our downtown location. This is the newest beach rental stand in Santa

Santa Barbara County Wine Adventure

By Next Adventure Tours and Tasting

All Inclusive Wine Tour:

Hosted transportation aboard our luxurious private shuttle

You pick the wineries or let us make recommendations!

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