Tours in Santa Barbara

Whisper stands out as Santa Barbara’s exclusive fully electric charter boat, creating an idyllic setting for cherished moments like engagements, anniversaries, and birthdays. Its serene atmosphere also makes it perfect for intimate gatherings, such as light dining with friends, small business meetings, casual after-work get-togethers, or cocktail receptions.

Skip the crowds—this private tour is just for your group! Explore Santa Ynez Valley, the heart of Santa Barbara’s famed wine country, on a personalized guided journey. Enjoy serene rolling vineyards and breathtaking landscapes, perfect for nature lovers. Discover the region’s rich history, unique terroir, and winemaking process from grape to glass. Visit three family-owned boutique wineries, each with its own story told through exceptional wines. Sip a variety of wines and savor their distinct flavors. Beyond wine, soak in stunning views and explore intriguing historical sites that enrich your experience. Let the charm of Santa Barbara wine country captivate your senses and create an unforgettable adventure. Taste the true spirit of this remarkable region!

The Heritage Farmland & Flavors Tour in Santa Ynez Valley invites families and travelers to delve into the agricultural heart of the Central Coast. Visit unique farm locations, enjoy seasonal U-pick experiences, and sample local produce at each stop. The tour highlights beautiful small family owned farms, fruit orchards, and a quaint walnut grove. Conclude your day with a delightful picnic surrounded by beautiful landscapes and fresh flavors. This educational and fun journey is perfect for those interested in sustainable farming and local history. - Tours run Thursday to Sunday from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM - Includes U-pick opportunities and on-farm tastings - Enjoy a picnic lunch with scenic views - Family-friendly experience showcasing local agriculture

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 have you playing great in no time! She also competes currently on the Senior Pro Pickleball tour and has a DUPR of 5.27.

Skip the crowds—this private tour is just for your group! Experience Santa Barbara’s rich history and gourmet flavors on this immersive walking tour. Starting at the charming Amtrak station, explore the city’s stunning Spanish Colonial architecture as you stroll picturesque streets. Discover iconic landmarks and vibrant downtown scenes while enjoying carefully selected culinary treats from boutique shops. Savor handcrafted wines and artisanal chocolates that delight the senses. This tour offers a captivating blend of cultural immersion and culinary indulgence, revealing the true spirit of Santa Barbara. Don’t miss this unique journey of history, flavor, and charm.

Explore Santa Barbara’s rich history and stunning architecture on a guided Electric Bike Tour! Effortlessly cruise through iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and artistic masterpieces, from the Santa Barbara County Courthouse to the whimsical Ablitt’s Tower. Marvel at Spanish Colonial Revival beauty, Jeff Shelton’s playful designs, and the historic Old Mission Santa Barbara. With an expert guide leading the way, you’ll uncover fascinating stories behind the city’s most enchanting sites. Fun, eco-friendly, and perfect for all skill levels, this tour is the ultimate way to experience Santa Barbara. Book your ride today!

Our bicycles were hand picked to provide the best experience possible. Cuso's Bikes is the most centrally located bike boutique in Santa Barbara, and provides riders easy access to any type of riding experience. Our bikes: Road Bikes Bianchi is our choice of premium e-bikes for cruising around town. Superb Italian design showcases the perfect marriage of form and function. With the perfect amount of comfort and power, you can cruise the streets, ride the beach path, scale the hills, and cover more ground. Mountain Bikes Intense, the iconic Southern California brand, meets the challenge of the intense trails in the mountains surrounding the city. These are perfectly designed workhorses that provide you the adrenaline rush you seek but helps on the climb up.

A small group tour of the Clark Estate whose owners last stayed there in 1953. The home — virtually shut off to all but the property's caretakers until 2014 — is in immaculate condition with all its original furnishings and artwork.

This all-inclusive tour is the best way for couples, friends, or family members to have a fun-filled day tasting wine together. Transportation is provided in one of our Mercedes Sprinter Vans. In this way, we can be as involved as you want us to be, your host will give you as much or as little information as you want, at your preference.

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 finest equipment, provide transportation, snacks and water for all activities and add personal touches: from meeting you at your hotel, suggesting hotel and dinner options, offering referrals to other fun activities to recommending ‘not-to-miss’ Ojai places and moments. 2 people minimum required for signup..

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 introduce our skate tour that brings that same experience to Santa Barbara. We will cater to each group and skate the “iconic” spots where we hit super famous areas in all the videos.

Step aboard Lil’ Toot, Santa Barbara’s happiest boat, and celebrate life’s special moments surrounded by family, friends, and the beauty of the harbor. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, bachelorette parties, or simply gathering your favorite people, this private one-hour cruise offers an intimate and unforgettable way to mark any occasion. With space for up to 19 guests, a dedicated captain and crew, and drinks and snacks available onboard, everything you need for a carefree celebration is waiting for you.

This informative historical and cultural walking tour with a professional local guide offers something for everyone (perfect for families with children), and includes many of the the “must-see” sights in Santa Barbara. You’ll get authentic and in-depth insight into our history, culture and architecture on this two hour walking tour. You’ll visit our gorgeous waterfront and learn about the Channel Islands and natural history of our region, wander into our artsy Funk Zone Neighborhood , now the hippest art and wine neighborhood in the city. You’ll see and learn about our vibrant State Street promenade, the historic Presidio complex, La Arcada, and the beautiful Santa Barbara Courthouse and the Arts District. You’ll also be treated to a delicious gourmet ice cream tasting from a famous local creamery along the way, as well as a delicious and immersive olive oil tasting experience.

Whatever the occasion – anniversary, birthday, bachelor/bachelorette party, corporate outing, graduation, day out with friends, girls getaway – we guarantee that we will take the hassle out of planning and put together your perfect day. Mentioned by Travel + Leisure as one of the best tour companies in California, We prides itself on offering high-quality top-rated private tours, transportation and shuttle services around Santa Barbara Wine Country. As a boutique tour company with years of experience in the wine & spirits industry, including sommelier training, we use our knowledge and expertise to create the best wine tasting tour customized for your group. Whether you are experienced or novice wine tasters, have specific wineries you want to visit or want us to create your perfect day start to finish, we will build a day that fits your groups tastes, goals, and budget. Please not tasting fees or meals are not included and will be paid directly to the wineries.

No Commercial Crowded Wineries. No Standing Bar Tasting Rooms. Sustainable Wine Tours provides guests with exclusive access to Santa Barbara’s ultra small production, private estates, vineyards and wineries not open to the general public. FOR THOSE LOOKING FOR A UNIQUE WINE EXPERIENCE BEYOND THE CROWDED COMMERCIAL WINERIES. Enjoy premium wines in seated one-on-one tastings and tour the vineyards and barrel rooms with the owners and winemakers themselves.  • APPOINTMENT-ONLY, PRIVATE LOCATIONS, PRIVATE SEATED TASTINGS • TASTE WITH WINEMAKERS AND OWNERS • NO COMMERCIAL WINERIES, NO TASTING ROOMS • NO BACHELORETTE/ BACHELOR PARTIES • LUXURY TESLA MODEL X SUV (for 2-4 guests)

Santa Barbara’s Craft Beer scene is super happening, and you’ll get to taste like a local on this energetic and educational walking tasting tour. We’ve chosen the best of our local breweries for these tastings, which include three unique craft breweries and the option to purchase lunch featuring fresh local California cuisine as you sip along the way. As you will see, each brewmaster in our region draws their brew inspirations from Santa Barbara and beyond, and you’ll learn about the history of each brewery, and fun cultural and historical facts about our beautiful city along the way. You’ll explore our cool downtown hotspots, which will include a visit to our bustling FUNK ZONE, and the excitement of our State Street scene. This tour includes all of the craft beer tastings at each brewery, and there are plenty of options for everyone. This is the liveliest and most interesting beer crawl in paradise, so come get your beer on and learn about Santa Barbara along the way!

Join fellow wine enthusiasts on a popular daily Wine Lovers Tour through Santa Barbara County. With a maximum of 8 guests, this intimate tour offers a structured itinerary showcasing the best wineries, vineyards, and tasting rooms in the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley. Led by knowledgeable hosts, many of whom hold sommelier certifications, the tour includes visits to three carefully selected locations, ensuring a delightful experience with a variety of exquisite wines. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch and relax as transportation is provided for your convenience. Perfect for couples, friends, or anyone looking to explore the local wine scene. - Maximum of 8 guests per vehicle for an intimate experience - Visit three unique wineries with tasting fees included - Delicious picnic lunch provided during the tour - Convenient pick-up from your location included in the package

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 focuses on the local history, sustainable and biodynamic viticulture, as well as Rhone varietal wines.

Our zipline tour features three dual ziplines that travel over 7500 feet of cable and up to 400 feet in the air, offering some of the biggest and fastest ziplines in California. As you descend over 1000 feet of vertical, you'll enjoy unrivaled views of the stunning Santa Ynez Valley under the Full Moon light.

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 your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Ready to sip, savor, and cruise through one of California’s most iconic wine regions like a true VIP? This private luxury transportation experience is all about you—no tour bus crowds, no fixed itinerary—just pure wine country freedom. Cruise from winery to winery in style, with a knowledgeable guide offering local insights and answering your wine questions. Want to visit wineries like Fess Parker Winery, Beckmen Vineyards, or Brander Vineyard? You call the shots! Customize your day, hit up boutique gems or well-known wineries, and make the reservations while we get you there in comfort. Whether you’re exploring Sunset Hills Vineyard or checking out the hidden gems of the Santa Ynez Valley, you’re in control. What makes this experience unique? It’s your day—no rushed itineraries or stiff schedules. You set the pace, enjoy insider tips along the way, and have the freedom to pick your spots. Book now for the ultimate Santa Ynez Valley adventure, and let us take care of the rest!

Dive into adventure , your go-to for the ultimate app-led adventure hunts! Step into a world where every landmark and hidden gem is waiting to be discovered. Challenge yourself with trivia, tackle brain-teasing puzzles, and embark on an epic journey of exploration! Whether you’re collaborating with your crew or turning up the competition, Hunts guarantee a blast for all. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a spontaneous outing, a wild bachelorette bash, a festive birthday celebration, or a team-building extravaganza. Each player gets to dive into an interactive role, ensuring every challenge is as thrilling and unique as the next. So, gather your squad, choose your adventure, and let the good times roll! Every outing becomes a treasure trove of memories and excitement. Are you ready to conquer the city and create unforgettable experiences? Let’s Roam and make every day an adventure!

Skip the crowds on this private tour just for your group! Discover where history, nature, and vibrant city life meet on our exclusive Santa Barbara journey. Start at the stunning Santa Barbara County Courthouse, admiring its Spanish Colonial Revival style and sweeping city views. Wander the peaceful Alice Keck Park Memorial Gardens, a botanical haven with koi ponds. Dive into local heritage at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum, uncovering stories that shaped the city. Stroll along State Street, the lively hub for unique shopping finds. Experience the iconic Stearns Wharf, feeling the pulse of the city’s favorite pier. End your adventure at Santa Barbara Harbor, framed by breathtaking mountains. This isn’t just a tour—it’s your story of discovery in beautiful Santa Barbara.

Explore the picturesque Santa Barbara and Santa Ynez Valley on a private wine tour tailored just for you. Perfect for couples, friends, or family gatherings, this all-inclusive experience accommodates groups of 2-12 guests. Enjoy visits to three premium wineries and savor a delicious picnic lunch at one of the scenic locations. Your knowledgeable guide will cater to your preferences, sharing insights and wine expertise, ensuring a memorable day in wine country. - Private tours for 2-12 guests, Monday-Friday - Includes transportation in a Mercedes Sprinter Van, tasting fees, and lunch - Knowledgeable guides provide tailored wine insights for an enriched experience - Ideal for special occasions, family outings, or corporate events