Things to do in Santa Barbara County

Activities, attractions and tours

A historic church with two bell towers and a red-tiled roof.
A golf course with a lake, trees, and the ocean in the background.
A historic building with arched windows and a bell tower, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.
A white building with a clock tower, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.

Things to do

Discover Santa Barbara Yacht Cruise

Discover Santa Barbara Yacht Cruise

€40
per adult
Discover Santa Barbara Yacht Cruise
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

€59
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

€33
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

€34
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
The Sideways Wine Trail: A Self-Guided Driving Tour

Sideways Movie Wine Trail: A Self-Guided Driving Tour

€17
per traveller
Sideways Movie Wine Trail: A Self-Guided Driving Tour
Happy kayakers

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

€51
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

€52
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
Solvang In-App Audio Tour: a Little Slice of Denmark Hidden in California

Solvang In-App Audio Tour: a Little Slice of Denmark Hidden in California

€9
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Solvang In-App Audio Tour: a Little Slice of Denmark Hidden in California
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

€13
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
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Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Activity duration is 1 hour
9.4 out of 10 with 48 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €34 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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3-Winery Tour with Lunch & Tastings from Solvang-SYV-Buellton

3-Winery Tour with Lunch & Tastings from Solvang-SYV-Buellton

Activity duration is 5 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 35 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €151 per adult
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History & culture

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Los Angeles Day Trip to Santa Barbara via Oxnard-Amtrak Coast Starlight

Los Angeles Day Trip to Santa Barbara via Oxnard-Amtrak Coast Starlight

Activity duration is 10 hours and 55 minutes
6.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €196 per adult
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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 87 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €53 per adult
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Holiday & seasonal tours

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Solvang: Ghost Hunting and Dark History Tour

Solvang: Ghost Hunting and Dark History Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €49 per adult
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What to do in Santa Barbara County

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A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier extending into the water, and a backdrop of mountains and a sunset sky.

Santa Barbara Harbor

9.2/10 (2,746 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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A beach with a calm sea, sandy shore, and a clear sky with scattered clouds.

Santa Maria

A coastal landscape with cliffs, clear turquoise waters, and distant mountains.

Ventura

A coastal landscape with a cliff overlooking the ocean, waves crashing against the shore, and a clear sky.

Goleta

A mountainous landscape with vineyards and fields.

Ojai

A vineyard with rows of grapevines and rolling hills in the background.

Solvang

A sunset over a hilly landscape with sparse trees and a clear sky.

Los Alamos

A vineyard with rows of grapevines, a winding road, and a large tree in the center.

Orcutt