72 Activities in Santa Barbara County, United States (with Map and Images)
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165$
English
English
3h 30min
5/5 stars, 42 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 42 ratings
Free cancellation
Perfect for taco lovers! We created this tour, so everyone can experience a variety of different types of tacos all in downtown Santa Barbara. Created by a local company that LOVES Santa Barbara....
Book on Viator* 125$
English
English
3h 30min
5/5 stars, 26 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 26 ratings
Free cancellation
Grab your walking shoes and come on a food tour of downtown Santa Barbara. This 3.5-hour tour includes a fun mix of six tantalizing tastings, conversations with local chefs and business owners and...
Book on Viator* 125$
English
English
1h 30min - 2h
5/5 stars, 44 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 44 ratings
Free cancellation
Explore Santa Barbara’s gorgeous terrain on a private beginner or intermediate mountain bike tour. Enjoy a fun, scenic ride along coastal bluffs and through picturesque meadows with your expert...
Book on Viator* 194$
English
English
5h 30min
5/5 stars, 88 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 88 ratings
Free cancellation
Experience Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country in a truly immersive way. Pedal comfortably on a Rad Power E-bike or challenge yourself on the hills with a Poseidon sport bike through quaint farms,...
Book on Viator* 72$
English
English
2h
5/5 stars, 27 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 27 ratings
Free cancellation
PADDLING SANTA BARBARA'S 'AMERICAN RIVIERA' Sandwiched between rugged coastal mountains and south-facing beaches, Santa Barbara is often called the American Riviera. The dramatic geography and...
Book on Viator* 90$
English
English
2h
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
Learn the basics of Stand-up Paddle Boarding (SUP) or advance your skills with one of our lessons. They can be private. Santa Barbara is home to ideal paddling conditions, for newbies we launch...
Book on Viator* 135$
English
English
3h 30min
5/5 stars, 15 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 15 ratings
Free cancellation
A tour that highlights the most excellent wines to be found in Santa Barbara. This 3 Hour Wine Tasting & History Tour Includes: -(2)Boutique Wine tastings at the region's best wine tasting rooms...
Book on Viator* 175$
English
English
4h - 6h
5/5 stars, 11 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 11 ratings
Free cancellation
Join us for a boutique and casual afternoon excursion to Santa Barbara's gorgeous wine country. Enjoy a later start time and you won't miss out on the fun! Small intimate groups provide for an...
Book on Viator* 160$
English
English
2h - 4h
5/5 stars, 3 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 3 ratings
Free cancellation
Whether you are in town for the day from nearby Los Angeles or Santa Barbara or planning an anniversary or birthday celebration for two or looking for a group activity for your company, yoga...
Book on Viator* 100$
English
English
2h 30min
5/5 stars, 2 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 2 ratings
Free cancellation
Whether you are in town for the day from nearby Los Angeles or Santa Barbara County, planning an anniversary or birthday celebration for a small group or your company, yoga retreat, wedding party,...
Book on Viator* 115$
English
English
2h
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
Whether you are in town for the day from nearby Los Angeles or Santa Barbara or planning an anniversary or birthday bike ride, we are the biking tour company for you! Staff is friendly,...
Book on Viator* 95$
English
English
3h
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
Your guides Ian & Stacy will provide scenic 2-3 hour hikes, 2-2.5 hour bike rides, 3-3.5 hour rock climbs and 1 hour tennis lessons throughout the beautiful Ojai Valley and beyond. They use the...
Book on Viator* 89$
English
English
3h 30min
5/5 stars, 7 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 7 ratings
Free cancellation
I created this experience to be a very authentic day/morning in the life of a surfer. Not just a surf lesson. Guests and truly treated as family...Like going for a surf with your uncle Micah and...
Book on Viator* 125$
English, French, Spanish
English, French, Spanish
2h
5/5 stars, 3 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 3 ratings
Free cancellation
For all of those who have dreamed of joining the circus or flying, this is a dream come true. A rare program where anyone ages 4 and up will step out of our comfort zone and have a new exciting...
Book on Viator* 249$
English
English
6h
5/5 stars, 8 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 8 ratings
Free cancellation
We are the first and only Tour Company to be exclusively offering six hour day long Tours entirely devoted to Santa Barbara . Our Tour and Transportation company offers Tours that will take you...
Book on Viator* 99$
English
English
2h - 3h
5/5 stars, 48 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 48 ratings
Free cancellation
When you come on a tour with me, I can show you the must see sites, as well as some out-of-the-way architectural gems that only a local like me knows about. I have researched local history quite...
Book on Viator* 79$
English
English
1h - 2h
5/5 stars, 16 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 16 ratings
Free cancellation
On this tour, we will peel back the layers of history to imagine what Santa Barbara, and the people in it, were like in the 18th and 19th centuries. We will explore the old core of Santa Barbara,...
Book on Viator* 95$
English, Spanish
English, Spanish
2h 30min
5/5 stars, 4 ratings
5/5 stars, 4 ratings
"Local's" only knowledge, History-Sea Cliffs, Rare Bird Habitats-City Views (& secret-locals spots). Come see it all! Santa Barbara’s Rich History-home of the Chumash Native Americans. Discover...
Book on Viator* 99$
English
English
5h
5/5 stars, 42 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 42 ratings
Free cancellation
Join us for an unforgettable Santa Barbara Wine Country Grape Adventure from Santa Barbara, Solvang, Santa Ynez, Buellton, Montecito, Goleta, Carp. Travel in upscale, air conditioned comfort, w/...
Book on Viator* 45$
English
English
0h 45min
5/5 stars, 4 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 4 ratings
Free cancellation
Here at Menchaca Chocolates we'd like to think we are adventurers continuing to re-define an ancient Pod found 150 miles from the equator. So we decided that to truly understand this magical bean...
Book on Viator* 139$
English, Spanish
English, Spanish
2h
5/5 stars, 52 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 52 ratings
Free cancellation
Highline Adventures boasts California's longest, tallest and fastest ziplines, all spread across 1,200+ acres of beautiful ranchland. Soar above the Santa Ynez Valley. Fly over ancient and...
Book on Viator* 149$
English
English
0h 12min
5/5 stars, 7 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 7 ratings
Free cancellation
Venture on an aerial journey tracing the sun-kissed California coastline, extending its wings to embrace the vibrant cityscape of Santa Barbara. As we glide through the skies, the heart of the...
Book on Viator* 125$
English
English
2h 30min
5/5 stars, 103 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 103 ratings
Free cancellation
Indulge in the best tacos, craft beers, wine and margaritas that Santa Barbara has to offer! Discover the enchanting beauty of Santa Barbara's Downtown with a delightful 2.5-hour, 1.5-mile walking...
Book on Viator* 225$
English
English
4h 30min
5/5 stars, 3 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 3 ratings
Free cancellation
The tour begins with the exploration of State Street, where guests sample a variety of four authentic tacos crafted by local chefs. Each taco is a culinary masterpiece that showcases the rich...
Book on Viator* 199.99$
English
English
2h
5/5 stars, 3 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 3 ratings
Free cancellation
Embark on an extraordinary journey through Santa Barbara's famed Funk Zone, where our exclusive wine and culinary tour promises an unparalleled experience. Starting at the prestigious Margerum...
Book on Viator* 105$
English
English
2h - 3h
5/5 stars, 3 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 3 ratings
Free cancellation
Cruise through the heart of Downtown Santa Barbara, as we pass through State Street and the funk zone. The tour will take riders along both east and west beach as we make our way to Santa Barbara...
Book on Viator* 90$
English
English
2h 30min
5/5 stars, 16 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 16 ratings
Free cancellation
Our tour guides are locals and we know lots of fun facts and history of the sights we show. We do research on each point of interest in order to give you interesting stories. Because our tour is...
Book on Viator* 18$
English
English
1h
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
We have the lowest prices in town guaranteed. We have new electric cruisers that ride super smooth with belt drive instead of greasy chain. We are conveniently located in Funk Zone just 2 blocks...
Book on Viator* 20$
English
English
1h - 2h
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
Welcome to the City of Solvang, "The Danish Capital of America". Stroll down Copenhagen Drive tasting Aebleskivers and other Danish pastries, or sampling wine in the shade of windmills. Solvang is...
Book on Viator* 55$
English
English
1h 30min
5/5 stars, 340 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 340 ratings
Free cancellation
Our Santa Barbara Kayak Tour can be a private tour or group tour experience. You choose your adventure! If you're looking for a more intimate Santa Barbara kayaking experience then our private...
Book on Viator* 243.03$
English
English
2h
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
Embark on a captivating journey in Santa Barbara, starting at the enchanting Paseo Nuevo, where the allure of modern elegance melds with old-world charm in a stunning outdoor shopping experience....
Book on Viator* 170$
English
English
3h
4.9/5 stars, 99 ratings
Free cancellation
4.9/5 stars, 99 ratings
Free cancellation
Eat your way through the Funk Zone - Santa Barbara's hip, new 'hood - while learning about local culture and how to take great food photos. This food & photo tour starts on lower State Street and...
Book on Viator* 170$
English
English
3h - 4h
4.9/5 stars, 25 ratings
Free cancellation
4.9/5 stars, 25 ratings
Free cancellation
Skip the tourist traps and head out with a local foodie for a fun-filled, behind-the-scenes cultural food tour in the unique Danish village nestled in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley (30 miles...
Book on Viator* 122$
English
English
3h 30min
4.9/5 stars, 30 ratings
Free cancellation
4.9/5 stars, 30 ratings
Free cancellation
Kayak one of the few remaining sections of undeveloped, scenic coastline in California, home to more than 1,500 plant and animal species. This popular, 3-hour kayaking trip features regular...
Book on Viator* 175$
English
English
3h - 4h
4.9/5 stars, 518 ratings
Free cancellation
4.9/5 stars, 518 ratings
Free cancellation
Taste Santa Barbara Food Tours began over 10 years ago out of one local ladies love of Santa Barbara, food and feeding people without having to cook. Our DT SB walking food & drink tour is a...
Book on Viator* 85$
English
English
2h 30min
4.9/5 stars, 421 ratings
Free cancellation
4.9/5 stars, 421 ratings
Free cancellation
We'd love for you to come have a blast with us on one of our electric bike tours! As the first tour provider to lead electric bike tours in Santa Barbara we're confident that our carefully thought...
Book on Viator* 105$
English
English
2h 30min
4.9/5 stars, 67 ratings
Free cancellation
4.9/5 stars, 67 ratings
Free cancellation
The only tour in Santa Barbara that takes you on the sand of our famous beaches on your very own fat tire electric bike! Prepare to take in Santa Barbara's most stunning oceanfront views as you...
Book on Viator* 199$
English
English
7h
4.9/5 stars, 137 ratings
Free cancellation
4.9/5 stars, 137 ratings
Free cancellation
E- bike through the vineyards and quaint towns of the Santa Ynez Valley, Santa Barbara's world class wine growing region. Your single-day tour is fully supported, with round trip transport from...
Book on Viator* 85$
English
English
2h
4.9/5 stars, 7 ratings
Free cancellation
4.9/5 stars, 7 ratings
Free cancellation
UNSET 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 rainbow sherbert colors spattered across...
Book on Viator* 85$
English
English
3h
4.9/5 stars, 13 ratings
Free cancellation
4.9/5 stars, 13 ratings
Free cancellation
Enrich yourself while you let your hair down in Santa Barbara! On this three-hour walking tour, you'll learn the history, architecture and pop-culture facts of the area, all while enjoying unique...
Book on Viator* 89$
English
English
2h
4.9/5 stars, 45 ratings
Free cancellation
4.9/5 stars, 45 ratings
Free cancellation
Join us for a relaxing sunset ocean kayak tour. This is a great way to end your day. We’ll enjoy 2-hours together on the water exploring the Santa Barbara harbor & shoreline as the sun sets,...
Book on Viator* 55$
English
English
2h
4.9/5 stars, 94 ratings
Free cancellation
4.9/5 stars, 94 ratings
Free cancellation
Experienced local guides take you on an unforgettable Santa Barbara kayak tour spotlighting one of California's most thriving marine regions. Learn about Santa Barbara’s natural history and marine...
Book on Viator* 65$
English
English
2h
4.9/5 stars, 25 ratings
Free cancellation
4.9/5 stars, 25 ratings
Free cancellation
Ojai has a 100-year history of ceramics. Our studio, located a mile from the city center, is surrounded by nature, in the midst of a fruit orchard. We are a working studio for many of the great...
Book on Viator* 55$
English
English
1h 45min
4.9/5 stars, 134 ratings
Free cancellation
4.9/5 stars, 134 ratings
Free cancellation
Welcome to The Haunt, Solvang’s ultimate ghost tour, for the perfect spooky adventure and family evening. Wander through charming cobblestone streets and historic Danish-style buildings, as you...
Book on Viator* 55$
English
English
1h 30min
4.9/5 stars, 81 ratings
Free cancellation
4.9/5 stars, 81 ratings
Free cancellation
Welcome to the city of Friendly Ghosts! An exclusive experience with your professional ghost and supernatural storyteller It is a perfect way to end your evening while enjoying SB. Our 1 hour and...
Book on Viator* 215$
English
English
5h
4.8/5 stars, 140 ratings
Free cancellation
4.8/5 stars, 140 ratings
Free cancellation
Taste some of California's best wines on this award-winning tour of Santa Barbara Wine Country. Enjoy breathtaking views on the way to Santa Ynez Valley on board a luxury passenger van. Our...
Book on Viator* 55$
English
English
1h 30min
4.8/5 stars, 29 ratings
Free cancellation
4.8/5 stars, 29 ratings
Free cancellation
Welcome to the City of Friendly Ghosts! All guests get a FREE gift bag curated by Professor Julie Ann Brown filled with candy/cookies and a spiritual protection package. A perfect way to exercise...
Book on Viator* 125$
English
English
3h
4.7/5 stars, 3 ratings
4.7/5 stars, 3 ratings
This authentic walking tour of the Funk Zone allows you to step into our hippest neighborhood with a local guide, to explore our hidden gem tasting rooms, as well as Santa Barbara's rich history...
Book on Viator* 129$
English
English
7h
4.7/5 stars, 32 ratings
Free cancellation
4.7/5 stars, 32 ratings
Free cancellation
Our Wine Country Shuttle service allows you to experience 2-3 wineries at your leisure for the day. At each winery you can opt to purchase a tasting or enjoy wine by the glass or bottle. Food...
Book on Viator* 24.5$
English
English
2h
4.7/5 stars, 6 ratings
Free cancellation
4.7/5 stars, 6 ratings
Free cancellation
Enjoy a walking tour of beautiful and interesting parts of Santa Barbara while following clues on your smartphone and solving interesting puzzles along the tour. Play the game on your smartphone...
Book on Viator* 105$
English
English
2h 30min
4.6/5 stars, 46 ratings
Free cancellation
4.6/5 stars, 46 ratings
Free cancellation
This is an EXCLUSIVE tour at high-end designed SB tour consisting of a World Class wine tasting for the first hour consisting of listening to Santa Barbara ghost stories) and a free gift for a...
Book on Viator* 35$
English
English
1h 30min
4.5/5 stars, 570 ratings
Free cancellation
4.5/5 stars, 570 ratings
Free cancellation
All Aboard Santa Barbara’s Original & Longest Running Trolley Tour and Charter Services See the American Riviera in 90 minutes Santa Barbara sightseeing at its finest on the original, fully...
Book on Viator* 111.2$
English
English
1h
4.5/5 stars, 30 ratings
4.5/5 stars, 30 ratings
Our expert captains are all licensed by the United States Coast Guard and are sure to offer your family the safest experience while flying high over the water. We’re located at the end of the...
Book on Viator* 259$
English
English
5h
4.4/5 stars, 25 ratings
Free cancellation
4.4/5 stars, 25 ratings
Free cancellation
This wine tour features a delicious sampling of cupcakes from a local bakery. Your group will be picked up by an air-conditioned shuttle in the morning. We will preview the day and head up to...
Book on Viator* 9.99$
English
English
1h 15min - 1h 30min
4.4/5 stars, 8 ratings
4.4/5 stars, 8 ratings
Are you looking for a way to see downtown Santa Barbara without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Find out if Santa Barbara really is California’s...
Book on Viator* 55$
English
English
2h
4.2/5 stars, 5 ratings
Free cancellation
4.2/5 stars, 5 ratings
Free cancellation
Travel is about immersing yourself in the local culture. One way to do that is through food. Your tour will be led by a gifted storyteller who is passionate about living "La Dolce Vita". Learn...
Book on Viator* 20.52$
English
English
3h
4/5 stars, 3 ratings
Free cancellation
4/5 stars, 3 ratings
Free cancellation
Turn Santa Barbara into a giant game board with this fun scavenger hunt adventure! This challenge combines the excitement of the Amazing Race with a 3-hour city walking tour. Guided from any smart...
Book on Viator* 27$
English
English
2h
4/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
4/5 stars, 1 ratings
Free cancellation
Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through...
Book on Viator* 165$
English
English
2h 30min
3.8/5 stars, 32 ratings
Free cancellation
3.8/5 stars, 32 ratings
Free cancellation
We have transformed the standard motorcycle sidecar to accommodate two passengers and now we have the world’s first and only fleet of tandem sidecars. Whether you’re looking for a new fun activity...
Book on Viator* 176$
English
English
10h - 12h
3.8/5 stars, 21 ratings
Free cancellation
3.8/5 stars, 21 ratings
Free cancellation
Ride on the Amtrak Coast Starlight train from Oxnard Railway Station to Santa Barbara(One-way train ticket included, no tour guide during the train trip), after exploring the beauty of Santa...
Book on Viator* 21.6$
English
English
2h
3.5/5 stars, 2 ratings
Free cancellation
3.5/5 stars, 2 ratings
Free cancellation
Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through...
Book on Viator* 36$
English
English
1h - 2h
3.4/5 stars, 5 ratings
Free cancellation
3.4/5 stars, 5 ratings
Free cancellation
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...
Book on Viator* 275$
English
English
4h 30min
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
We are a locally operated and owned wine tour company in business since 2005. Our tour guides live in the area and are very knowledgeable about the wine, history and local stories. The tour...
Book on Viator* 150$
English, Spanish
English, Spanish
1h
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Stacy, a former Professional player on the tour for 10 years, who competed at The Wimbledon Championships and U.S. Open Championships numerous times, uses her patience and personable nature to...
Book on Viator* 249$
English
English
6h
We will create a personalized Wine tour for you as one of your most memorable lifetime experiences . We look forward to giving you a warm welcome as you explore what, Santa Barbara and Wine...
Book on Viator* 34.95$
English
English
1h - 3h
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Turn Santa Barbara into a game while partaking on a 2-hour Walking Adventure. Your smartphone will act as your guide, while you solve clues and complete challenges around the city. Entry price is per team.
Book on Viator* 120$
English
English
3h
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Welcome to our skate tour! One of our favorite parts about being a professional skateboarder was searching the streets for skate spots and hitting skateparks in Santa Barbara. We are excited to...
Book on Viator* 215$
English
English
0h 18min
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Embark on an unforgettable journey as you traverse the Santa Ynez mountain chain and catch sight of Lake Cachuma on the mesmerizing ‘Ynez Crossing’ adventure. This thrilling flight near the...
Book on Viator* 30.78$
English
English
1h
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
US Ghost Adventures is the leading provider of haunted ghost tours in America — we even own some of the most haunted properties in America, like the Lizzie Borden House! Every tour is hosted by an...
Book on Viator* 21.6$
English
English
2h
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through...
Book on Viator* 228.67$
English
English
3h
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Santa Barbara is a treasure trove of rich history and architectural magnificence. Embark on a private walking tour, diving deep into the city’s captivating tales and stunning landmarks. Marvel at...
Book on Viator* 240.82$
English
English
3h
Step into a world where history, nature, and vibrant city life blend seamlessly on our exclusive Santa Barbara tour. Begin your journey at the majestic Santa Barbara County Courthouse, marveling...
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Disclaimer Please be aware of your surroundings and do not enter private property. We are not liable for any damages that occur during the tours.