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Good self guided tour
Self guided tour was convenient and the narrator made it interesting.
Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h–1h 30min
- Price from
- $10 / person
- Location
- Santa Barbara, United States
- Rating
- 3.0 / 5 · 2 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- WalknTours
- Meeting point
- The tour starts at the histoirc Santa Barbara Public Market, you'll have a chance to explore and hear it's story, then be guided through the city.
Description
Get ready to step into the living history of one of California’s most captivating cities! Santa Barbara is a place where every corner holds a story. On this tour, we’ll wander through the city’s iconic streets, filled with white adobe buildings, red-tile roofs, and elegant arches that define its Mediterranean charm. You’ll learn about the rise of the Spanish missions, the rebuilding efforts after the devastating nineteen twenty-five earthquake, and the visionaries who shaped the city’s architectural identity. The journey starts in Santa Barbara Public Market. The tour is all smartphone guided on our walking tour app. It's location aware, plays as you walk and hands free. Go at your own pace, stop and go as you please, the tour never expires, go anytime, 24/7/365.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 7
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $10
- Child (ages 6–17)
- $7
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The tour ends at the historic Casa Covarrubias where you'll hear it's story and have a chance to explore.
The tour starts at the historic Santa Barbara Public Market, you'll have a chance to explore and hear it's story, then be guided through the city.
Arlington Theatre
You'll stop outside the historic Arlington Theatre, who visited here? Why is it important? Take the tour to find out.
Who is Juana Maria? This is one of the best, and missed statues in town.
The Granada Theatre
The tour stops outside the The Granada Theatre, why is it important? Take the tour to find out.
This street is one of the best walks, and somewhat hidden, in town, you'll see fountains and hear it's story.
Hill-Carrillo Adobe
See the historic Hill Carrillo Adobe and hear the story of the founding of Santa Barbara.
El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park
See the historic park. Why see it? Take the tour to find out.
The tour explores the streets and sights of Santa Barbara. You'll uncover it's hidden gems, it's stories and famous sites.
What's included
Included
Location aware, the tour is GPS guided, and hands free
Walking tour on our Walking Tour app of Santa Barbara
Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour never expires.
Engaging stories that bring the city to life
Not included
No food, drink, admission or human guide, the tour is all outside and on our walking tour app
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.0
2 reviews
How it compares in Santa Barbara
- Starting price $10 is 90% below the typical $99 for tours of similar length in Santa Barbara
Excurgo comparison of 146 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour take?
Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour lasts about 1h–1h 30min. The itinerary has 9 stops.
How much does Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $10 per person for this Santa Barbara experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
How much does Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour cost for children?
Children aged 6–17 pay from $7, adults from $10.
Can I cancel Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The tour starts at the histoirc Santa Barbara Public Market, you'll have a chance to explore and hear it's story, then be guided through the city. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(2)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Not recommended.
Couldn't get the app to work. As we were walking it would tell us to go to a certain street but we had already passed it. Also in certain areas the app didn't work-could not get a signal. This was on either of out phones.
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