Title: Stearns Wharf in Santa Barbara Beach - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca

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# Stearns Wharf Tours and Activities

![The longest deep water pier between San Francisco and Los Angeles in Santa Barbara.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/4e4763bd-1145-4911-a197-bea12fbe0b36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![The longest deep water pier between San Francisco and Los Angeles in Santa Barbara.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/4e4763bd-1145-4911-a197-bea12fbe0b36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Great Zin](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/13adbb86-fc32-4ede-9fbb-acad3c59f2ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Stearns Wharf at sunset in Santa Barbara, California.

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![Not a long drive from LA , good for a nice day getaway](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/b01bbb95-ec68-4a20-8311-daeb822580fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Stearns Wharf

Activities

Reviews

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## Plan a trip to see Stearns Wharf

Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.

![Secret Garden Inn and Cottages](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/57400/57306/c60b52c2_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

### Secret Garden Inn and Cottages

Oak Park

CA $1,202

per person

Apr 15 - Apr 19

found 20 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](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18380000/18374100/18374097/12b7ea7c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

### Hotel Californian

Santa Barbara Beach

CA $2,175

per person

Apr 15 - Apr 19

found 20 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](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1010000/1000900/1000868/610f9492_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

### Simpson House Inn

Upper East

CA $1,506

per person

Apr 15 - Apr 19

found 20 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

1h 30m

9.4/10

241 Viator reviews

CA $38

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-trolley-tour.a1247677.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

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### Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

6m

8/10

4 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $94

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-beach-and-coastline-helicopter-tour.a47868883.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

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### Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

1h

9.2/10

18 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

~~CA $52~~CA $44

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-coastal-cruise.a50192752.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

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### Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy

1h

Free cancellation available

CA $34

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/visit-the-rescued-cats-of-cat-therapy.a49965347.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

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### Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

1h+

10/10

5 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $82

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride

2h

10/10

8 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $199

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Santa Ynez Wine Shuttle

7h

9.8/10

15 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $176

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-ynez-wine-country-shuttle.a1222210.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

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### Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

1h

10/10

4 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $35

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/kayak-or-stand-up-paddle-board-rental.a3462615.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

![Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47325646/36c7a695-f531-480a-8e02-d8c1b06dc76d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour

1h

10/10

4 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $44

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-ghosts-tour.a47325646.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

![Whale and Wildlife Yacht Cruise in Santa Barbara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49941885/0f30dfc4-2873-4eaa-8baa-fdf58bd70b03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Whale and Wildlife Yacht Cruise in Santa Barbara

2h

9.8/10

6 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $75

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/whale-and-wildlife-yacht-cruise-in-santa-barbara.a49941885.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

### Food, drink & nightlife

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![Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48117548/e9b4d8ff-465c-44c9-9eaa-98305e7e0ec9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

1h+

10/10

5 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $82

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-chocolate-bar-and-art-box-making-workshop.a48117548.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

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### Santa Ynez Wine Shuttle

7h

9.8/10

15 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $176

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-ynez-wine-country-shuttle.a1222210.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

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### The Original TACO TOUR Santa Barbara

2h 30m

9.4/10

13 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $217

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/taco-tour-santa-barbara.a47157967.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

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### Santa Barbara Wine Country Tour

6h

10/10

29 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $274

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-wine-country-tour.a1388486.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

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### Santa Ynez 3-Winery Tour with Picnic Lunch & Tasting Fees

5h

10/10

5 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $217

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-inclusive-wine-tasting-tour-from-santa-ynez-valley.a47800493.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

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### Horseback Riding and Wine Tasting Tour

7h

CA $697

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-ynez-valley-wine-country-tour.a49977427.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

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### Santa Barbara's Original Afternoon Winery Tour

6h

10/10

4 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $306

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbaras-original-afternoon-winery-tour.a703349.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

![Private Sidecar Winery Tour through Santa Barbara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5248782/9a55df2b-8b6c-4133-ad48-e99c7a497265.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Private Sidecar Winery Tour through Santa Barbara

2h 30m

8/10

14 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $226

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-sidecar-winery-tour-through-santa-barbara.a5248782.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

![Santa Ynez Wine Tour (All-Inclusive)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1222198/60b09f64-dde7-4c8c-bd9a-4d411fefbbb5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Santa Ynez Wine Tour (All-Inclusive)

5h

9.8/10

81 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $327

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-ynez-valley-wine-tour.a1222198.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

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### Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour

2h

4/10

4 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $62

includes taxes & fees

per traveller\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-highlights-private-2-hour-driving-tour.a5290762.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

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### City centre Santa Barbara Helicopter Tour

12m

Free cancellation available

CA $204

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/city-centre-santa-barbara-helicopter-tour.a48154191.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

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### Horseback Riding and Wine Tasting Tour

7h

CA $697

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-ynez-valley-wine-country-tour.a49977427.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

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### Santa Barbara City centre Self Guided Walking Tour

1h 30m

Free cancellation available

CA $13

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Santa Barbara: Guided Tour on electric bikes (private)

2h 30m

10/10

4 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $123

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Private Harbour Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

1h

10/10

1 Viator review

Free cancellation available

CA $258

includes taxes & fees

per traveller\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-harbour-cruise-on-electric-boat-in-santa-barbara.a49917277.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

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### Private Sidecar Winery Tour through Santa Barbara

2h 30m

8/10

14 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $226

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-sidecar-winery-tour-through-santa-barbara.a5248782.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

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### Santa Barbara Taco Tour on E-Bikes

1h 30m

10/10

1 verified review

Free cancellation available

CA $109

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-taco-tour-on-e-bikes.a49215938.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

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### Santa Barbara's Signature Cocktail & Happy Hour History Tour

3h

9.8/10

9 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $123

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Best of Santa Barbara: A Private Stroll Through Paradise

2h

10/10

1 Viator review

Free cancellation available

CA $709

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

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### Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbour (2 Hours)

2h

10/10

45 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $81

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbour (2 Hours)

2h

9.4/10

22 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $122

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

1h

10/10

4 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $35

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude

3h

10/10

4 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $120

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide

1h 30m

10/10

74 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $75

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Ventura: 1.5-Hour Private Beginner's Surf Lesson

1h 30m

10/10

5 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $219

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

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### Private Surf Lesson with Instructor, Board, & Wetsuit

1h 30m

10/10

1 verified review

Free cancellation available

CA $205

includes taxes & fees

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### Santa Barbara Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Rental

1h

10/10

1 verified review

Free cancellation available

CA $68

includes taxes & fees

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### Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson in Santa Barbara

1h 30m

10/10

2 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $116

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

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## Reviews of Stearns Wharf

4.3

Top destination

5 - Excellent

14

4 - Good

13

3 - Okay

5

2 - Disappointing

0

1 - Terrible

0

### 3/5 - Okay

Anne

Not much shopping basically just a pier.

### Popular places to visit

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#### Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

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#### 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. 

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#### Santa Barbara Harbor

4.5/5(16 reviews)

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#### Santa Barbara City College

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Walk around the campus at Santa Barbara City College during your stay in Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails. 

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#### Paseo Nuevo Mall

4/5(1 review)

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## Best Lodging Options Near Stearns Wharf

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Hotel Santa Barbara

533 State St Santa Barbara CA

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Beachside Inn

336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA

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The Milo

202 W Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA

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Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA

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433 W Montecito St Santa Barbara CA

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Harbor View Inn

28 W Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA

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121 State St Santa Barbara CA

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901 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA

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Lavender Inn by the Sea

206 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA

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