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Recommended activities in Santa Barbara
Tours & day trips
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Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 241 reviews
History & culture
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Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Adventure & outdoor
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Epic Zipline Tour near Santa Barbara
Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 13 reviews
Free cancellation available
Water activities
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Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbour (2 Hours)
Activity duration is 2 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 22 reviews
Free cancellation available
Holiday & seasonal tours
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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
Popular places to visit
Upper State Street
4.5/5(27 reviews)
During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its charming coffeehouses.
Westmont College
Explore the campus of Westmont College as part of your travels around Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in the area.
