Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Carpinteria March 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Carpinteria](https://expedia.ca/Carpinteria-Hotels.d7268.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Carpinteria](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Carpinteria.d7268.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Carpinteria Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Carpinteria.d7268.Car-Rental-Guide)[Carpinteria Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Carpinteria.d7268.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Carpinteria, CA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Carpinteria Types of activities Where to stay [Carpinteria travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Carpinteria.dx7268) ![Highway 101 Carpinteria. Coast Road close to Santa Barbara. Aerial Panorama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7268/ca3a253f-5923-4b19-a470-2116ba054357.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![0_66347314](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7268/d0f96c60-ed38-4a3e-95e8-4c7755922158.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ocean Sun #beach #california #mountains #sunset #waves #escape #nature #beauty](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7268/be0e803a-ca4c-4b33-a86a-b20ff7e31b83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Family..it always makes me smile when I see a young family out enjoying simple pleasures like a walk on a foggy beach. in-climate weather can add to a scene, so when you see cloudy rainy weather get out there and shoot..stretch those legs, vision and capture the light. #natgeo #travel #artofvisuals #natgeotravel #NatGeoYourShot #cnntravel #culturetravel #beautifuldestinations #nikon #beachlife #beachstyle #ilovenewportbeach #californiaadventure #visitcalifornia #westcoast_exposures #travelcalifornia #ExploringTheGlobe #justgoshoot #worldcaptures #TravelAwesome #bestintravel #travelingthroughtheworld #bbctravel #landscape_captures #landscapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7268/bb35293a-064e-45e4-8cd3-ff6d5ef5f5c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hidden Railroad #hiddengem #Trovember](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7268/f6bc8448-c369-412d-ad32-2e827aeca2a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Carpinteria Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Carpinteria has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Carpinteria is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Carpinteria to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Carpinteria Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Carpinteria. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Carpinteria attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Carpinteria ### Tours & day trips [See all 65 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50192752/de545324-90a8-483d-8a0b-57d8521c16fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara 1h 9.2/10 18 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $53 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-coastal-cruise.a50192752.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara Trolley Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1247677/0caf3bee-1b47-481c-869d-cded3cfc65da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara Trolley Tour 1h 30m 9.4/10 241 Viator reviews CA $39 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-trolley-tour.a1247677.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&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 9.6/10 10 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $76 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/whale-and-wildlife-yacht-cruise-in-santa-barbara.a49941885.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47868883/c6a28ada-d593-46d5-8ad3-850c0fab486b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour 6m 8.4/10 5 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $96 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-beach-and-coastline-helicopter-tour.a47868883.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50852844/f41c63e2-6527-4b2f-a3af-f67963571738.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar 1h 30m 8/10 2 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $90 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-sunset-cruise-on-yacht-with-full-bar.a50852844.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49965347/f7ad4d0b-a339-44f1-9557-447b02e931a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy 1h Free cancellation available CA $35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/visit-the-rescued-cats-of-cat-therapy.a49965347.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Private Harbour Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49917277/6da7d47f-dd39-45f6-af06-bb9371845e73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Harbour Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara 1h 9.8/10 28 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $262 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=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Santa Ynez Wine Shuttle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1222210/1c5e81b1-1887-4613-9928-652bbbb84c92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Ynez Wine Shuttle 7h 9.8/10 15 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $179 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-ynez-wine-country-shuttle.a1222210.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48264763/5614fcf2-1edb-4ad3-ae9b-70ad6c92ba18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride 2h 10/10 8 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $202 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-zipline-tour-with-4x4-humvee-ride.a48264763.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![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 $83 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=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 26 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Santa Ynez Wine Shuttle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1222210/1c5e81b1-1887-4613-9928-652bbbb84c92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Ynez Wine Shuttle 7h 9.8/10 15 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $179 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-ynez-wine-country-shuttle.a1222210.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![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 $83 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=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Taco Tour Santa Barbara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47157967/c3bf35c4-ab95-42af-be4b-0fb10a22406d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Taco Tour Santa Barbara 2h 30m 9.4/10 13 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $220 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/taco-tour-santa-barbara.a47157967.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara Wine Country Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1388486/e52d3f5a-2294-4079-81bd-da470534912d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara Wine Country Tour 6h 10/10 29 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $312 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-wine-country-tour.a1388486.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Santa Ynez 3-Winery Tour with Picnic Lunch & Tasting Fees](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47800493/292b8fac-31ca-41d4-97fa-f82d7806ec15.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Ynez 3-Winery Tour with Picnic Lunch & Tasting Fees 5h 10/10 6 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $220 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=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1386566/63dd7dfa-47f1-4b45-8dc0-fa5077a72f8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike 7h 10/10 70 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $276 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-vineyard-to-table-taste-tour-by-e-bike.a1386566.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara Taco & Funk Zone Walking Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48806427/56eedf95-00bf-4cb5-a967-54e893bec920.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara Taco & Funk Zone Walking Food Tour 4h 30m Free cancellation available CA $339 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/funk-zone-taco-tour-and-wine-tasting.a48806427.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara: City centre Food Tour with 5 Local Dishes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51671266/6960bc75-6951-4e32-889f-87124e3ce430.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara: City centre Food Tour with 5 Local Dishes 3h Free cancellation available CA $154 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-city-centre-food-tour-with-5-local-dishes.a51671266.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Wine Tours ( private ) 6 full hours .](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3891101/4f0dd6a0-3180-45d1-a087-eb0734d87d8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wine Tours ( private ) 6 full hours . 6h 10/10 7 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $206 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/6-hour-private-wine-country-tour.a3891101.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Horseback Riding and Wine Tasting Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49977427/1a95d913-c7c8-4117-9f9f-55dd6cb54b19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Horseback Riding and Wine Tasting Tour 7h CA $706 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-ynez-valley-wine-country-tour.a49977427.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 15 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48264763/5614fcf2-1edb-4ad3-ae9b-70ad6c92ba18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride 2h 10/10 8 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $202 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-zipline-tour-with-4x4-humvee-ride.a48264763.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44652338/55369f36-2fca-4cb2-824e-2cf29cff189e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available CA $62 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-electric-bike-rental.a44652338.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44649102/1306d2d4-212e-48eb-b9f3-6d4c69322053.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available CA $48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-full-day-7-speed-bike-rental-with-area-map.a44649102.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1386566/63dd7dfa-47f1-4b45-8dc0-fa5077a72f8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike 7h 10/10 70 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $276 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-vineyard-to-table-taste-tour-by-e-bike.a1386566.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara Electric Bike Rentals](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/821244/947b5998-e4f4-4845-b8a3-2b6def3f4d34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara Electric Bike Rentals 5h 10/10 3 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $37 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-electric-bike-rentals.a821244.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara: Guided Tour on electric bikes (private)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47704336/7cee2cfb-8ba3-457a-ada3-c08f5c8273e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara: Guided Tour on electric bikes (private) 2h 30m 10/10 8 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $125 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-guided-tour-on-electric-bikes-private.a47704336.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![City & Sand Electric Bike Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3868843/1293c203-ef04-4ba7-ae96-2d7979a6310e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### City & Sand Electric Bike Tour 2h 30m 9.6/10 12 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $145 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/city-sand-electric-bike-tour.a3868843.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Private Guided Tour in Santa Barbara on Electric Bikes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47269713/06978342-1f04-4986-af22-ce2fef667397.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Guided Tour in Santa Barbara on Electric Bikes 2h 30m 10/10 27 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $125 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-guided-tour-in-santa-barbara-on-electric-bikes.a47269713.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara Taco Tour on E-Bikes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49215938/fa4ecdd6-c484-4db1-8c44-b143222be6b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara Taco Tour on E-Bikes 1h 30m 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available CA $111 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-taco-tour-on-e-bikes.a49215938.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Santa Barbara: High Ropes Adventure Course](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47857760/f7a8ecd9-84fb-4811-9e72-bd082b71b7f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Barbara: High Ropes Adventure Course 2h Free cancellation available CA $103 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-ynez-valley-adventure-park-course.a47857760.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 12 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbour (2 Hours)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1389325/4cbce32a-e1e0-44ea-be04-192f76986a91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbour (2 Hours) 2h 9.4/10 22 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $123 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sunset-kayak-tour-of-santa-barbara-with-knowledgeable-guide.a1389325.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbour (2 Hours)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1388685/99121a7d-138b-4559-95db-8eef70b550ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbour (2 Hours) 2h 10/10 45 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $82 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wildlife-kayak-tour-in-santa-barbara-harbour-2-hours.a1388685.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3462615/d34cad69-71ab-4e20-9c1f-b4a3c526c888.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental 1h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $21 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/kayak-or-stand-up-paddle-board-rental.a3462615.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2172683/9f168dbc-959b-455d-a78b-5f59ebcc5b74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude 3h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $122 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/surf-experience-in-santa-barbara-full-surf-lesson-and-lifestyle-immersion.a2172683.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/707628/616d5910-d530-4754-971d-7512ef455298.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide 1h 30m 10/10 74 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $76 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/kayak-tour-of-santa-barbara-with-experienced-guide.a707628.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![West Beach: Kayak Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44622693/701ac9d3-6c63-4cc5-bea6-ce7ec0af2818.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### West Beach: Kayak Rental 1h+ 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available CA $21 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/west-beach-kayak-rental.a44622693.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Ventura Surf Lesson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/703371/e8a39c6a-cf7a-4ac2-94d8-557257928b59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ventura Surf Lesson 1h 30m 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $208 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/surf-lesson-in-santa-barbara.a703371.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Surf Lesson in Santa Barbara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1244055/5ee197a3-f441-4774-8371-331cf7b9107e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surf Lesson in Santa Barbara 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $118 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/group-surf-lesson-in-santa-barbara.a1244055.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (2 Hours)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1391692/fc6bb7e9-adfd-4f12-95fc-f66950e46e9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (2 Hours) 2h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available CA $312 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-surfing-lesson-2-hours.a1391692.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ![Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (4 Hours)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1389448/ce0cb251-de5f-46be-842b-421581007138.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (4 Hours) 4h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $409 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-surfing-lesson-4-hours.a1389448.activity-details?&rid=7268&location=Carpinteria&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Carpinteria | Number of things to do | 79 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Santa Barbara City centre Self Guided Walking Tour](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-city-centre-self-guided-walking-tour.a50713460.activity-details): CA $14 | | Top 5 things to do | [Santa Barbara Trolley Tour](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-trolley-tour.a1247677.activity-details)[Whale and Wildlife Yacht Cruise in Santa Barbara](/things-to-do/whale-and-wildlife-yacht-cruise-in-santa-barbara.a49941885.activity-details)[Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-coastal-cruise.a50192752.activity-details)[Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-beach-and-coastline-helicopter-tour.a47868883.activity-details)[Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-full-day-7-speed-bike-rental-with-area-map.a44649102.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Santa Barbara Trolley Tour](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-trolley-tour.a1247677.activity-details)[Whale and Wildlife Yacht Cruise in Santa Barbara](/things-to-do/whale-and-wildlife-yacht-cruise-in-santa-barbara.a49941885.activity-details)[Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-coastal-cruise.a50192752.activity-details)[Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-electric-bike-rental.a44652338.activity-details)[Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-sunset-cruise-on-yacht-with-full-bar.a50852844.activity-details) | | With kids | [Santa Barbara Trolley Tour](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-trolley-tour.a1247677.activity-details)[Whale and Wildlife Yacht Cruise in Santa Barbara](/things-to-do/whale-and-wildlife-yacht-cruise-in-santa-barbara.a49941885.activity-details)[Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-coastal-cruise.a50192752.activity-details)[Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar](/things-to-do/santa-barbara-sunset-cruise-on-yacht-with-full-bar.a50852844.activity-details)[Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbour (2 Hours)](/things-to-do/sunset-kayak-tour-of-santa-barbara-with-knowledgeable-guide.a1389325.activity-details) | ## What to do in Carpinteria --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Carpinteria ![Calm sea waves splash on empty beach at sunset. Wide shot background](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160614/ddfc4ef4-d387-4a5c-ad44-f33dfc9971d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carpinteria State Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Carpinteria State Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Carpinteria. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Carpinteria-State-Beach-Carpinteria.d6160614.Vacation-Attraction) ![Rincon Beach Park in Carpenteria, California, Shutterstock ID 1359693206, Purchase Order: SP-1891 Wave 0, Client/Licensee: Hotels.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6323957/8fd8a0c2-226d-4b3b-8f21-12f44a2b8f05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rincon Beach Park Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Rincon Beach Park during your travels in Carpinteria? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Rincon-Beach-Park-Carpinteria.d6323957.Vacation-Attraction) ![1998 World Polo Championship, Horses in stalls, Santa Barbara Polo and Racquet Club, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621555471457/4722d726-fb8b-4dd4-a3fc-362470a139f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club Enjoy a trip to Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club and popular activities like biking in Toro Canyon. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Barbara-Polo-Racquet-Club-Carpinteria.d553248621555471457.Vacation-Attraction) ![Colony of Harbor seals (phoca vitulina richardsii) True seals without external ear lobes relaxing on the beach of Carpinteria, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6323233/7ba9c8ac-3f32-4fbe-866b-31979045901b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary Explore the great outdoors at Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Carpinteria. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Carpinteria-Seal-Sanctuary-Carpinteria.d6323233.Vacation-Attraction) ![Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7268/106a7dba-98b9-4716-83ca-3e07a153ccbe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park Explore the great outdoors at Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park, a lovely green space in Carpinteria. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Carpinteria-Salt-Marsh-Nature-Park-Carpinteria.d948514732678266880.Vacation-Attraction) ![Coastline scenery at Tar Pits Park, Carpinteria, California, includes tar covered rocks and driftwood scattered along the shore. A pier stretches into the sea, set against a backdrop of coastal cliffs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6325278/e5bf4f63-0395-4c6c-8688-609cc919b647.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tar Pits Park Explore the great outdoors at Tar Pits Park, a lovely green space in Carpinteria. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Tar-Pits-Park-Carpinteria.d6325278.Vacation-Attraction) #### Friends of the Library Used Bookstore After visiting Friends of the Library Used Bookstore, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carpinteria. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Friends-Of-The-Library-Used-Bookstore-Carpinteria.d553248621532639653.Vacation-Attraction) #### Seaside Gardens Explore the lovely green spaces of Seaside Gardens and also enjoy the biking trails in Toro Canyon. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Seaside-Gardens-Carpinteria.d6325026.Vacation-Attraction) #### Tee Time You can take time to visit Tee Time during your travels to Carpinteria. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Tee-Time-Carpinteria.d924056541695422464.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Carpinteria ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Padaro Lane While there might not be top attractions in Padaro Lane, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club and Summerland Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Carpinteria-Padaro-Lane.dx553248635976471547) ![Low Tide at Carpinteria State Beach , Shutterstock ID 1053312371, Purchase Order: SP-1891 Wave 0, Client/Licensee: Hotels.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160614/6720104e-e30d-4264-bbc1-b4911091aa76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sandyland Cove While visiting Sandyland Cove, you might make a stop by sights like Carpinteria State Beach and Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park. [](https://expedia.ca/Carpinteria-Sandyland-Cove.dx553248635975847620) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Carpinteria ![Ventura](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635922900658/7979eb89-463e-4be7-95af-b1da38a6179b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ventura ![Citrus Trees, Ojai Valley, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9247/385c1886-1fe9-4858-944c-b0edd12adf5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ojai ![Panoramic view of Montecito, Pacific Ocean and Channel Islands from Old Romero Canyon Trail in Montecito, California near Santa Barbara on a clear, sunny spring day with prickly pear cactus](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183020/d3b28611-32cf-4fe3-b492-f963c8f77d28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Summerland ![Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602277/48291bab-368c-4146-9e4c-b54a801a37a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santa Barbara ![Distant view of layered green hills and Mount Toro near Soberanes Canyon Trailhead in California, with Highway 1 nearby and coastal fog hovering below the mountains.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975872506/ed76636f-71e9-482c-8bce-cb32ebba5979.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Toro Canyon ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Carpinteria worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Carpinteria? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Carpinteria? ### Is three days enough to stay in Carpinteria? ### Is Carpinteria a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Carpinteria with kids? > - [Santa Barbara Trolley Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-trolley-tour.a1247677.activity-details) > - [Whale and Wildlife Yacht Cruise in Santa Barbara](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/whale-and-wildlife-yacht-cruise-in-santa-barbara.a49941885.activity-details) > - [Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-coastal-cruise.a50192752.activity-details) > - [Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-sunset-cruise-on-yacht-with-full-bar.a50852844.activity-details) > - [Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbour (2 Hours)](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sunset-kayak-tour-of-santa-barbara-with-knowledgeable-guide.a1389325.activity-details) ### What to do in Carpinteria for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Carpinteria? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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