From US$10 per person
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3.0 / 5 from 2 reviews on Viator
- Group size
- Up to 15
- Language
- English
- Rating on Viator
- 3.0 / 5 · 2 reviews
About this tour
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.
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair-accessible surfaces
- Wheelchair-accessible transport
- Stroller accessible
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.
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Itinerary
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- 1
The tour ends at the historic Casa Covarrubias where you'll hear it's story and have a chance to explore.(5 min)
- 2
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.(5 min)
- 3
You'll stop outside the historic Arlington Theatre, who visited here? Why is it important? Take the tour to find out.(pass by)
- 4
Who is Juana Maria? This is one of the best, and missed statues in town.(5 min)
- 5
The tour stops outside the The Granada Theatre, why is it important? Take the tour to find out.(pass by)
- 6
This street is one of the best walks, and somewhat hidden, in town, you'll see fountains and hear it's story.(10 min)
- 7
See the historic Hill Carrillo Adobe and hear the story of the founding of Santa Barbara.(pass by)
- 8
See the historic park. Why see it? Take the tour to find out.(10 min)
- 9
The tour explores the streets and sights of Santa Barbara. You'll uncover it's hidden gems, it's stories and famous sites.(25 min)
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Location & contact
- Area
- Santa Barbara, California
- 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
- Contact
- The tour operator’s own details aren’t published. Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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