Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1–2 hours
- Price from
- $45 / person
- Location
- Santa Barbara, United States
- Rating
- 3.0 / 5 · 8 reviews
- Languages
- EN, EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Pintours
- Meeting point
- Depending on how you booked, your driver can meet you here, right outside the Old Mission. We will text you all the details.If you are driving yourself, you can drive from this starting point.
Description
World class private tour, completely controlled by you! Come see the best sights in Santa Barbara, at your leisure! Commentary and Tour by Laure Spiers, a local legend! Don't worry about other people, this tour is completely tailored to you with the Pintours App! With our app, you can pause the tour, and check out the locations as long as you want! You can skip a stop you don't like, and you have all the best information about each stop at your fingertips.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Group price
- $45 per group of up to 9
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Old Mission Santa Barbara
Landmark 1786 Spanish mission with period art & artifacts, gardens with ocean views & a gift shop. We will just pass by this stop to take some pictures and all the scenery in. If you would like to spend more time here, there is an optional tour that is not included to explore a bit more. You can purchase the tickets at the booth.
Santa Barbara County Courthouse
1929 tile-roof courthouse complex known for a mural room & Spanish Colonial Revival embellishments.
El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park
Historical site housing remnants of a 1782 Spanish fortress, including 2 original adobe buildings.
Paseo Nuevo
Best shopping area of Santa Barbara. Filled with great eats better described as an open-air mall with a variety of well-known chain retailers, plus a movie theater & dining.
Funk Zone
The Funk Zone is a unique Santa Barbara arts, culture, business, and industrial district between State Street and Garden Street, and Montecito Street to Cabrillo Boulevard. This amalgamation of historical marine structures, industrial lots, and houses has a unique history in manufacturing, lumber, citrus, produce, and fishing. Over the years, many artists have found creative freedom by carving out studio spaces in this “funky” area of Santa Barbara, and so have wineries, restaurants, art galleries, and shops.
Stearns Wharf
Storied wooden wharf offering restaurants, varied shops, a small aquarium & water views.
Leadbetter Beach
City beach offering both white sand & a grass lawn, plus picnic areas, showers & restrooms.
East Beach
Long, palm-lined sandy beach known for its sunsets & volleyball, lifeguarded during summer months.
The celebrity enclave of Santa Barbara. Find Oprah and many others of the rich and famous living right here
What's included
Included
Free navigation and Smartphone Guide
Pintours App Guide
Pickup Locations & Times
We offer 4 types of transportation. 1. Private Luxury Driver, who will pick you up in a luxury car. 2. Unlimited Uber Pass. We will provide you with an unlimited Uber pass for rides between each of the stops. 3. Car Rental, you can rent a car from our partners, and drive yourself. 4. You can drive your own car.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.0
8 reviews
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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 Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour take?
Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour lasts about 1–2 hours. The itinerary has 9 stops.
How much does Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour cost?
Prices start at $45 per person for this Santa Barbara experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 5 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We offer 4 types of transportation. 1. Private Luxury Driver, who will pick you up in a luxury car. 2. Unlimited Uber Pass. We will provide you with an unlimited Uber pass for rides between each of the stops. 3. Car Rental, you can rent a car from our partners, and drive yourself. 4. You can drive your own car. Pickup points include Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara.
What languages is Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 9 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.0 out of 5 across 8 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Pintours.
Reviews(8)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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