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

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

RM155
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

RM151
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar

Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar

RM264
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar
Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor

Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

RM362
per adult
Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

RM142
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental

Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental

RM183
per adult
Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

RM281
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

RM240
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Santa Ynez Valley Biking and Wine Tasting Tour

Santa Ynez Valley Biking and Wine Tasting Tour

RM789
per adult
Santa Ynez Valley Biking and Wine Tasting Tour
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Santa Barbara Harbor

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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 coastal town with a pier extending into turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and a backdrop of buildings.

Santa Maria

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

Goleta

A church with a red and white facade, a bell tower, and a tiled roof.

Lompoc

A mountainous landscape with vineyards and fields.

Ojai

A white SUV driving on a street with traditional half-timbered buildings and a windmill.

Solvang

A vineyard on a hillside with a clear blue sky and mountains in the background.

Los Olivos

A vineyard with rows of grapevines and a hilly landscape with trees and mountains in the background.

Santa Barbara

A vast field of yellow flowers with a mountain range in the background.

Santa Margarita