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Top 20 Experiences in Santa Barbara

All-Inclusive Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour from Santa Ynez Valley

All-Inclusive Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour from Santa Ynez Valley

Grapeline offers an exceptional and comprehensive wine tour experience in the Santa Ynez Valley, with a focus on providing guests with a curated itinerary, expert guidance, and top-notch service. A Grapeline-crafted itinerary features three wineries, with tasting fees included. Allowing you to immerse yourself in the diverse offerings of the region without worrying about additional expenses. A delectable boxed picnic lunch adds to the convenience and ensures that guests have a delightful dining experience amidst their wine-tasting adventure. The concierge-class transportation with a knowledgeable Grapeline driver/host contributes to a seamless and enjoyable tour, allowing guests to relax and fully savor the Santa Ynez Valley's wine offerings. Grapeline has crafted a comprehensive and top-tier wine tour experience that caters to the desires of wine enthusiasts and novices alike, looking for a memorable and hassle-free exploration of the Santa Ynez Valley's wineries.

Free cancellation
$199.00
​All-Inclusive Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour from Santa Barbara

​All-Inclusive Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour from Santa Barbara

Grapeline offers an exceptional and comprehensive wine tour experience in the Santa Ynez Valley, with a focus on providing guests with a curated itinerary, expert guidance, and top-notch service. A Grapeline-crafted itinerary features three wineries, with tasting fees included. Allowing you to immerse yourself in the diverse offerings of the region without worrying about additional expenses. A delectable boxed picnic lunch adds to the convenience and ensures that guests have a delightful dining experience amidst their wine-tasting adventure. The concierge-class transportation with a knowledgeable Grapeline driver/host contributes to a seamless and enjoyable tour, allowing guests to relax and fully savor the Santa Ynez Valley's wine offerings. Grapeline has crafted a comprehensive and top-tier wine tour experience that caters to the desires of wine enthusiasts and novices alike, looking for a memorable and hassle-free exploration of the Santa Ynez Valley's wineries.

Free cancellation
$219.00
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

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 narrated Santa Barbara Trolley Tour. For 30 years, we've been providing trolley tours in the Santa Barbara community. Join us as we visit local hot spots such as the Santa Barbara Courthouse, Santa Barbara Zoo, Museum of Natural History, the historic Santa Barbara Mission, and more, all fully narrated by our energetic and knowledgeable tour guides! Our pick up location is only a 10 minute walk from Stearns Wharf, at the Visitor Center located at 1 Garden St.

Free cancellation
$30.00
Santa Barbara Electric Bike Tour

Santa Barbara Electric Bike Tour

Enjoy the beautiful sights of Santa Barbara while riding an easy-to-use electric bike. Follow your guide to the Santa Barbara Mission, State Street and other historical sites, and learn about the city’s history. Have your camera ready as you cruise along the gorgeous Pacific Ocean coastline. For your safety helmets are both required and provided on this bike tour. This private tour is ensures you a personalized experience.

Free cancellation
Private tour
$95.00
Santa Ynez Valley Wine Tour

Santa Ynez Valley Wine Tour

A beautiful, scenic tour of California’s Central Coast Wine Region perfect for any wine lover! This Santa Ynez wine tour features tastings are three local wineries, lunch in the Santa Ynez Valley*, door-to-door shuttle service and a knowledgeable guide for the day. Wineries visited will vary based on availability. Your guide will discuss local history and insights into the Santa Ynez wine region along the way. *Please Note: Lunch is not included on Saturdays or Sundays due to winery restrictions on weekends. There will be lunch options available for purchase at the wineries.

Free cancellation
$215.00
Small-Group Wine Tour to Private Locations in Santa Barbara

Small-Group Wine Tour to Private Locations in Santa Barbara

SMALL GROUP/ SHARED WINE TOUR. This is not your typical wine tour. We offer private access to ultra small production, family wineries, estates and vineyard properties typically not open to the general public. Shared group wine tour is a maximum of 6-7 guests. Taste limited release wines at all private property locations, walk the vineyards and tour barrel rooms often with the owners or winemakers themselves at their private vineyard homes. Perfect for couples or small groups! No crowded commercial wineries or tasting rooms. All seated private area tastings. *VOTED BEST OF SANTA BARBARA 2013-2021*

Free cancellation
$235.00
Taco Tour Santa Barbara

Taco Tour Santa Barbara

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 tour with an amazing guide. Enjoy the beauty of Santa Barbara, also known as The American Riviera. Eat like a local at 5 of Santa Barbara's most delicious taco restaurants on this guided, fun fact lunch or early evening tour.

Free cancellation
New
$125.00
Downtown SB Walking Food & Drink Tour

Downtown SB Walking Food & Drink Tour

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 passion and a love and a small local business. We are delighted to have you join us in our guide led tour. You will taste some of our local favorite daytime food places and partake in local wine tasting. Group sizes are smaller then pre covid, offering a more intimate experience. Learn some fun information downtown SB while talking and taking in some beautiful views. A few items to note: 3.5 hours flies by Tours do not start and end in the same location We can accommodate a variety of food allergies and aversions. Please alert us in advance. If you or anyone in your group has health or mobility issues, please consider a private experience so we can accommodate you the best we can. Corporate and private experiences are available. Tasting and tasting locations vary depending on availability.

Free cancellation
Skip the line
$175.00
Epic Zipline Tour Over The Santa Ynez Valley

Epic Zipline Tour Over The Santa Ynez Valley

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 colorful protea flower fields. Enjoy sweeping valley views for miles. Highline Adventures prides itself on the most advanced and safest zipline equipment available, making for comfortable and secure flight throughout the entire experience. All guides are trained, professional, and very welcoming, to ensure all guests feel comfortable before they fly.

Free cancellation
New
$139.00
Private Sidecar Winery Tour through Santa Barbara

Private Sidecar Winery Tour through Santa Barbara

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 or just itching to ride the vines in style, our ultimate goal is to provide our guests a unique, immersive, and intimate way to get to know this beautiful wine region the way we know best – with elegance, class, and a bit of swagger. So, grab your loved ones and friends, buckle up, and let’s ride! We are contracted with a couple different locations in the area and we will be visiting 2 of those tasting rooms on this tour.

Free cancellation
Private tour
Likely to sell out
$165.00
Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike

Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike

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 Santa Barbara in a 2018 high top shuttle van, an expert guide, Rad Power Bike, included wine tastings, olive oil tasting, Italian-inspired gourmet picnic lunch, and souvenir water bottle.  Experience the beauty of this region at the perfect pace, feeling the breeze on the bike, with frequent stops to learn about the vineyards, drop in on the friendly towns, and visit with the fun animals along the way.   When the riding is done, the fun is just beginning as you are rewarded with outstanding local wine tastings, olive oil tastings, and a fresh and thoughtfully prepared picnic lunch at a gorgeous winery.

Free cancellation
$199.00
Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

Join us for an unforgettable Santa Barbara Wine Country Adventure from Santa Barbara, Solvang, Santa Ynez, Buellton, Montecito, Goleta. Travel in upscale, air conditioned comfort, with leather seats, tall ceilings & large picture windows for admiring the stunning scenery. Hear history & stories of the area as you travel with your guide. Customize your adventure! After pick up, select 3 stops: Wine Not included. - Wine taste among grape vines in beautiful vineyards. Choose up to 3 wineries from our daily curated list. Substitute 1 or more vineyard stops to explore: - Danish Village of Solvang, known for its wine, windmills & Danish pastries and over 15 wine tasting rooms. - Charming Wine Country Village of Los Olivos with over 25 winery tasting rooms. - Approx 5hrs in wine country plus travel time from pick up & drop off locations. (See below) California is the US wine capital. Over 20 million people visit each year. Join us on a fun, scenic & informative wine tour & find out why!

Free cancellation
$99.00
Santa Ynez Wine Country Shuttle

Santa Ynez Wine Country Shuttle

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 options will be available for purchase either at the wineries or in the quaint town of Los Olivos. If you want to explore the breadth and diversity that the Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country has to offer this is the tour for you! Our incredible guides will offer interpretation & history about the Santa Ynez Valley throughout the day.

Free cancellation
$127.00
The Haunt: Solvang Ghost Hunting Tour

The Haunt: Solvang Ghost Hunting Tour

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 delve into Solvang's origins and enchanting Danish folklore. Experience the thrill of using professional ghost-hunting tools like EMF meters, dowsing rods, and a Spirit Box, making the mysterious accessible to all ages. Be captivated by tales of the city's spectral residents, including the unexpected guests of a bakery and a restaurant. Our tour creates a unique mix of history and mystery, ensuring an engaging, educational, and gently thrilling experience perfect for the whole family. With hands-on ghost hunting and a comforting conclusion ritual, The Haunt is sure to be a highlight of your visit to Solvang.

Free cancellation
Likely to sell out
$55.00
2- Hour Pottery Workshop and Studio Tour in Ojai

2- Hour Pottery Workshop and Studio Tour in Ojai

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 artists in the Ojai Valley. Visitors may watch potters work, and may "try their hand" at a range of techniques. After making their pottery, they may may pay a small fee for our staff to trim, glaze and high-fire the work. This "finishing" work takes about 3 weeks. Visitors may also come back to glaze their OWN work. There is no charge for this. AND we will even ship your pieces anywhere in the country...

Free cancellation
$65.00
 Solvang Valley Small Group All-Inclusive Wine Tour

Solvang Valley Small Group All-Inclusive Wine Tour

Red Carpet Service for 2 up to 9 People. Hop on Hop Off Worry Free Day The tour last around 5 hours 3 different wine Trails of the area, visiting 3 preset small artisan wineries, , private vineyard and boutique winery. Special barrel room tasting, chocolate parring One-on-one private tasting experience. Learning Our History and artisan Wine Making. This is not a party bus. This tour is for people who want to find good artisan wine to take home with them. Tasting fees and picnic lunch at the winery with bottled water and light snacks included. Spend An Hour Each Place 10% Off Wine Purchase at last boutique winery **Please help out our local artisan wine makers and buy at least one bottle of wine at each place. *This is not a party bus.*

Free cancellation
$185.00
Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide

Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide

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 kayak tour will be a perfect fit. If you're hoping to kayak Santa Barbara with other travelers and enjoy the sights with new friends then the group kayak tour is the way to go! Whichever kayaking tour you choose you'll be in the very capable hands of our friendly and experienced tour guides. Your local kayaking guide will show you the stunning boats in our harbor as well as introduce you to some cute and cuddly sea lions and seals! Prepare to take in views of Santa Barbara and the Santa Ynez Mountains, and keep your eyes peeled for dolphins! Your expert guide will share information about Santa Barbara's top attractions and customize the speed of the ride to suit your needs. Our goal is that kayaking Santa Barbara will be the highlight of your trip!

Free cancellation
Private tour
$55.00
Guided Kayak Wildlife Tour in the Santa Barbara Harbor

Guided Kayak Wildlife Tour in the Santa Barbara Harbor

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 ecology, as well as local trivia during this fun and exhilarating day on the water. This 2 hour paddling adventure offers spectacular views of the city and beaches from a unique perspective on the water!

Free cancellation
$55.00
Private Santa Barbara History and Architecture Walking Tour

Private Santa Barbara History and Architecture Walking Tour

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 extensively and am very knowledgeable. What makes this tour unique is my in-depth understanding of local history, lore, and architecture, and my abilities to answer whatever questions you might have, as well as to show you the hidden places that aren’t listed in every guidebook. We can arrange beforehand to focus on what you find most interesting: Architecture? History? Adobe construction? Fabulous views? Gardens (Santa Barbara has one of the largest varieties of trees in its downtown area of any city in the country!)? Perhaps a combination of them all! I can cater to whatever interests you have!

Free cancellation
Private tour
$99.00
Montecito Electric Bike Tour Along Santa Barbara Scenic Coastline

Montecito Electric Bike Tour Along Santa Barbara Scenic Coastline

This electric bike tour is the perfect way to experience the beauty and charm of the Montecito and Santa Barbara areas. Whether you're a local looking to explore your own backyard, or a visitor looking to get a taste of California's stunning coastline, this tour is not to be missed! Throughout the tour, our experienced guide will provide fascinating insights into the history and culture of the area, as well as tips on the best places to eat, shop, and explore. And with our easy-to-use electric bikes, you'll be able to cover a lot of ground without breaking a sweat.

Free cancellation
$105.00