Presidio Santa Barbara Tours and Activities

Chapel of El Presidio de Santa Barbara
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Secret Garden Inn and Cottages

Secret Garden Inn and Cottages

3 out of 5
Oak Park
Price was CA $1,427, price is now CA $1,115 per person
CA $1,115
per person
Apr 10 - Apr 13
found 21 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Toronto (YYZ) 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

El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
Upper Riviera
Price was CA $5,324, price is now CA $4,167 per person
CA $4,167
per person
Mar 11 - Mar 15
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Toronto (YTO) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (529 reviews)
It was just ok. Not what we were expecting. The resturant was poor and not in tune to accommodating the menu and the order that the guest placed. I had to request spoons to eat my granola, coffee was cold, and the order was incorrect.

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

5 out of 5
Santa Barbara Beach
Price was CA $3,053, price is now CA $2,416 per person
CA $2,416
per person
Mar 11 - Mar 15
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Toronto (YTO) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (924 reviews)
Good size room, friendly staff, and great location.

Reviewed on Jan 12, 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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Classes & workshops

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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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Popular places to visit

El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park showing signage and heritage elements

El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park

Visit this historic landmark to learn about the colonization of the city and see a stunning reconstruction of the colonial era.

El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park
Sant Barbara. USA

Paseo Nuevo Mall

You can enjoy retail therapy at Paseo Nuevo Mall during your trip to Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Paseo Nuevo Mall
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
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

Lobero Theater

Get tickets for a show at Lobero Theater, a storied theater in Santa Barbara. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Lobero Theater

Santa Barbara Historical Museum

You can study the exhibits at Santa Barbara Historical Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Best Lodging Options Near Presidio Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
Hotel Santa Barbara
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 out of 5
433 W Montecito St Santa Barbara CA
Inn By The Harbor
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera

4 out of 5
800 Garden St Santa Barbara CA
Casa Riviera
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
Beachside Inn
Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
915 Garden Street Santa Barbara CA
Palihouse Santa Barbara
The Milo

The Milo

3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The Milo
Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

3.5 out of 5
121 State St Santa Barbara CA
Riviera Beach House
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 out of 5
223 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
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