Mission Santa Barbara Tours and Activities

Santa Barbara Mission
Santa Barbara Mission
In the foreground is the fountain of the Old Mission Santa Barbara. This fountain was built in 1806 by the local Chumash Indians under the guidance of the Franciscans and is older than much of the main building which, most recently, had the two towers rebuilt in 1927 following earthquake damage.
The Santa Barbara Mission is known as the “Queen of the Missions” and considered the most beautiful of the 21 built in California. It was patterned after an ancient Latin chapel in pre-Christian Rome. #california #santabarbara #mission #history #architecture
My goal is to visit all the missions along the California coast. Here is the old Santa Barbara Mission (1786). Highly recommend the tour! $9 for adults.

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Secret Garden Inn and Cottages

Secret Garden Inn and Cottages

3 out of 5
Oak Park
Price was CA $1,574, price is now CA $1,202 per person
CA $1,202
per person
Apr 15 - Apr 19
found 22 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Edmonton (YEG) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Such a lovely place. And the breakfast is delicious .

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

5 out of 5
Santa Barbara Beach
Price was CA $2,905, price is now CA $2,175 per person
CA $2,175
per person
Apr 15 - Apr 19
found 22 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Edmonton (YEG) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (924 reviews)
Good size room, friendly staff, and great location.

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn

5 out of 5
Upper East
Price was CA $1,940, price is now CA $1,506 per person
CA $1,506
per person
Apr 15 - Apr 19
found 22 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Edmonton (YEG) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
9.8/10 Exceptional! (684 reviews)
An absolutely great place. Beautiful grounds. Superb service. Great food. Comfortable room. Very special!!!

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

Tours & day trips

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Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 241 reviews
Price is CA $38 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $82 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour

Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
4.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $62 per traveller*
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Water activities

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Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbour (2 Hours)

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbour (2 Hours)

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 45 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $81 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Alameda Park in Santa Barbara is the location for many city-wide celebrations like Summer Solstice and is one of the city's oldest parks. Occupying two blocks in the heart of downtown, it is home to a gazebo as well as the 8,000-square-foot Kids World playground and many rare trees. This view is looking southwest at Our Lady of Sorrows Roman Catholic Church across Anacapa Street, one of the oldest churches in California, dating back to 1782. #SantaBarbara #California #lifeatexpedia #weloveourmarkets #AMER

Alameda Park

After visiting Alameda Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Alameda Park
Santa Barbara County Courthouse showing heritage architecture and a luxury hotel or resort

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.

Santa Barbara County Courthouse
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Santa Barbara Bowl

Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a storied theater in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Bowl
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Earl Warren Showgrounds

Catch an event at Earl Warren Showgrounds during your trip to Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Earl Warren Showgrounds
2017 Spring stroll in Santa Barbara, CA

Santa Barbara Botanic Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Botanic Garden

Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Santa Barbara Natural History Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Best Lodging Options Near Mission Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
Hotel Santa Barbara
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
2220 Bath Street Santa Barbara CA
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
800 Alvarado Place Santa Barbara CA
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
Sandpiper Lodge
Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn

3.5 out of 5
2819 State Street Santa Barbara CA
Lemon Tree Inn
Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn

2.5 out of 5
1920 State Street Santa Barbara CA
Orange Tree Inn
The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel

4 out of 5
1404 De La Vina Street Santa Barbara CA
The Upham Hotel
Town and Country Inn

Town and Country Inn

2.5 out of 5
2800 State Street Santa Barbara CA
Town and Country Inn
Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn

5 out of 5
121 East Arrellaga Street Santa Barbara CA
Simpson House Inn
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