11. Wildlife kayak tour in Santa Barbara Harbor
4.9· 190 reviews· 2 hoursTwo hours of kayaking led by local guides — enjoy marine wildlife and view Santa Barbara’s coastline from the water.
“Our kayaking tour with Adam as our guide was an outstanding experience. He was friendly and knowledgeable, making it both enjoyable and educational. We appreciated learning more about Santa Barbara while on the water. Highly recommend!”— Ellie_T
22. Two-hour pottery workshop and studio tour in Ojai
4.8· 55 reviews· 2 hoursTwo hours observing and creating pottery at a studio in a fruit orchard, with options to finish pieces later.
“The pottery class for beginners was really enjoyable. You get to take home what you create, and glazing is available for an additional cost. You can either collect your pieces in a week or opt for them to be mailed to you.”— Paola_A
33. Private historical and architectural walking tour of Santa Barbara
4.8· 4 reviews· 3 hoursTwo to three hours on foot — explore Santa Barbara's history and architecture with a dedicated guide, featuring El Presidio, City Hall, and Granada Theatre.
“The walk is quite easy, and I enjoyed viewing impressive architecture and buildings. Having a private tour definitely added to the experience.”— allen_m
44. Coastal yacht cruise in Santa Barbara with guided narration
4.6· 34 reviews· 1.5 hoursTwo hours at sea — narrated yacht tour along Santa Barbara's coastline, featuring local marine wildlife and views of the Channel Islands.
“A fantastic experience from start to finish. The atmosphere was wonderful, and I highly recommend it. I would certainly participate again.”— Hilda_G
55. Santa Barbara 90-minute trolley tour
4.6· 838 reviews· 1.5 hoursNinety-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
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