Stearns Wharf Tours and Activities

A pier with lights reflecting on the water, a flag, and buildings in the background.
Two pelicans on a dock with a marina and boats in the background.
Two wine glasses with 'DEEP SEA' branding on a wooden table, a bottle of wine, and a wooden backdrop.
A sunset over a calm body of water with a distant shoreline and a building on the right.
A sailboat on the ocean with a clear sky.

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The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Santa Barbara Beach
Price was CA $2,901, price is now CA $2,248 per person
CA $2,248
per person
Oct 4 - Oct 11
found 6 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Toronto (YYZ) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,256 reviews)
The hotel is old school California. Right in the heart of the action, downtown by the Wharf. Hotel was semi clean, semi dated. Staff was exceptional. Pool is small and crowded

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2026

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 out of 5
Santa Barbara Beach
Price was CA $3,572, price is now CA $2,505 per person
CA $2,505
per person
Oct 4 - Oct 11
found 6 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Toronto (YYZ) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,423 reviews)

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 out of 5
Santa Barbara Beach
Price was CA $4,244, price is now CA $3,306 per person
CA $3,306
per person
Oct 4 - Oct 11
found 6 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Toronto (YYZ) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,919 reviews)
Very nice amenities. Walking distance to the harbor.

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2026

Tours & day trips

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Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Activity duration is 1 hour
9.0 out of 10 with 34 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $52 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Santa Barbara Authentic Walking Food Tour with 5 Dishes

Santa Barbara Authentic Walking Food Tour with 5 Dishes

Activity duration is 3 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $190 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Private Harbour Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

Private Harbour Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 44 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $260 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
9.8 out of 10 with 81 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $81 per adult
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Stearns Wharf

9.0/10 (4,143 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.
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Best Lodging Options Near Stearns Wharf

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
Hotel Santa Barbara
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
Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

5 out of 5
36 State Street Santa Barbara CA
Hotel Californian
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 Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 out of 5
109 Bath Street Santa Barbara CA
The Franciscan Hotel
The Milo

The Milo

4 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The Milo
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
Beachside Inn
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
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

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