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

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## Plan a trip to see Stearns Wharf

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

![Riviera Beach House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4930000/4927400/4927347/2e992583_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

### Riviera Beach House

Santa Barbara Beach

CA $1,260

per person

Apr 2 - Apr 9

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Vancouver (YVR) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)

The location was perfect close to the beach, great location. The staff was 5 stars, the common room was inviting with coffee, games and generous seating. The rooms were clean, the bed very comfortable. The only downside was how small the room were. I requested a room with a patio and glad I did as we brought our two dogs, the patio was wonderful, nice size and chairs

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

![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 $2,818

per person

Apr 2 - Apr 9

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Vancouver (YVR) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (924 reviews)

Good size room, friendly staff, and great location.

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

![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 $1,414

per person

Apr 2 - Apr 9

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Vancouver (YVR) 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

### Tours & day trips

[See all 15 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips)

![Santa Barbara Trolley Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1247677/f40fd037-ab30-40b5-bf4c-f29e61420bbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

1h 30m

9.4/10

241 Viator reviews

CA $38

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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![Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50192752/42525e3f-eeaa-4123-9364-579955e1d2c9.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 $52~~CA $44

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Santa Ynez Wine Shuttle

7h

9.8/10

15 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $175

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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![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

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![Santa Barbara's Original Afternoon Winery Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/703349/529a2cf5-7306-43d6-9656-ed19e3598645.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Santa Barbara's Original Afternoon Winery Tour

6h

10/10

4 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $304

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Santa Barbara Electric Bike Rentals

5h

10/10

3 verified reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $37

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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![Santa Barbara's Signature Cocktail & Happy Hour History Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1392565/9c11fa90-b9ce-4077-b868-e32999147b3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

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

3h

9.8/10

9 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $122

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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![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 $324

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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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

per traveller\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

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### Water activities

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![Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3462615/05d6c63a-2a51-4112-bbbd-8bc53230649b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### 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)

![Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/707628/cf699992-8dfb-407c-ab30-9c9d59852c6b.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 $75

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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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

per traveller\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

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![Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson in Santa Barbara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/703326/6f87f86d-6ce4-40de-92db-acb6a535a778.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson in Santa Barbara

1h 30m

10/10

2 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $115

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

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### Private & custom tours

[See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours)

![Santa Barbara's Signature Cocktail & Happy Hour History Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1392565/9c11fa90-b9ce-4077-b868-e32999147b3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

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

3h

9.8/10

9 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $122

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-barbara-city-centre-cocktails-and-history-walking-tour.a1392565.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

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### Tours of Santa Barbara ( Private touring )

6h

10/10

3 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $297

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/tours-of-santa-barbara.a45016111.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

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

7h

Free cancellation available

CA $1,357

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-santa-ynez-valley-wine-country-tour.a1222200.activity-details?&rid=6063349&location=Stearns+Wharf&swp=off)

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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 seaside or seek out the biking trails. 

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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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West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

306 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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The Milo

202 W Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA

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Inn By The Harbor

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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Riviera Beach House

121 State St Santa Barbara CA

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Lavender Inn by the Sea

206 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA

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