Santa Barbara Zoo Tours and Activities

Giraffe
Giraffe
KHAHXR Stock Photo Female Elephant Santa Barbara Zoo Central California
Meet Mike the Giraffe . 04/2012
Meet and Greet with Mike the giraffe.

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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 21 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 21 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 21 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

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East Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at East Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara? Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the biking trails.

East Beach
Museum of Natural History Sea Center on Stearns Wharf in Santa Barbara, California, USA

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center during your travels in Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
The longest deep water pier between San Francisco and Los Angeles in Santa Barbara.

Stearns Wharf

4.5/5(32 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as biking in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Stearns Wharf
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Butterfly Beach

5/5(1 review)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Butterfly Beach
blue sky over Santa Barbara coastline

West Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, West Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Santa Barbara. Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the biking trails.

West Beach

Municipal Tennis Center

Catch an event at Municipal Tennis Center during your trip to Santa Barbara. Check out the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.

Municipal Tennis Center

Best Lodging Options Near Santa Barbara Zoo

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

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

Santa Barbara Inn

4 out of 5
901 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
Santa Barbara Inn
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4 out of 5
1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard Santa Barbara CA
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2 out of 5
443 Corona Del Mar Santa Barbara CA
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach

2.5 out of 5
1029 Orilla Del Mar Santa Barbara CA
The Inn at East Beach
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
433 Corona Del Mar Drive Santa Barbara CA
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4 out of 5
421 South Milpas Street Santa Barbara CA
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Palmoro House

Palmoro House

3 out of 5
424 Por La Mar Drive Santa Barbara CA
Palmoro House
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