Santa Barbara County Courthouse
Santa Barbara, USA
The Santa Barbara County Courthouse is an elaborate Moorish Revival building completed in 1929, notable for its vibrant tile work and red-tiled roofs, set within lush gardens. The tower rises 85 feet above the city, offering sweeping views of the surrounding mountains and coastline, while intricate murals and historical details adorn the interior.
Plan to spend an hour exploring the courtyard and climbing the clock tower for panoramic vistas. The courthouse is located in downtown Santa Barbara, close to other attractions like the Santa Barbara Museum of Art and the historic State Street. The gardens are especially pleasant in the spring.
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Tours that visit Santa Barbara County Courthouse
Hand-picked experiences that include Santa Barbara County Courthouse on the itinerary — with what real travellers said after going.
Electric bike tour of Santa Barbara
5.0· 570 reviewsFrom ₹8,327Two hours of guided cycling—enjoy local bike paths, historical sites, and scenic waterfront views on premium electric bikes.
“I had an excellent time with Alex. He was very friendly and knowledgeable, which made the tour enjoyable. I highly recommend it. Two hours felt perfect, and we covered a great deal of distance.”— Safari598072 on the Electric bike tour of Santa Barbara tour
Downtown Santa Barbara walking food and drink tour
4.9· 552 reviewsFrom ₹17,143Three hours strolling downtown Santa Barbara with a local guide — generous tastings at beloved eateries and a relaxed vibe throughout.
“The tour combined education and gastronomy beautifully. I discovered many things about Santa Barbara that I hadn't known before. It began with a wonderful wine tasting, featuring exquisite Bordeaux wines. The food was delightful, particularly the goat taco, although the noodles could have used more flavor but are easily enhanced. Captain Kirk was an energetic guide who clearly loves his work and shares his enthusiasm for this charming town through captivating stories.”— maryann_m on the Downtown Santa Barbara walking food and drink tour tour
Santa Barbara 90-minute trolley tour
4.6· 838 reviewsFrom ₹2,743Ninety-minute tour of Santa Barbara on a narrated trolley, covering major sites like the Courthouse, Mission, and Zoo.
“The tour provided an outstanding history lesson from an experienced local guide. We explored hidden gems in the city that we would never have discovered on our own. Rusty, our guide, was both accommodating and enjoyable.”— Karen_G on the Santa Barbara 90-minute trolley tour tour
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