Top Santa Barbara Self-guided Tours

As the only water sports rental company on Santa Barbara's West Beach, we pride ourselves on the easiest kayak and paddle board experience you'll find. Safe and high-quality gear is paramount to our business, so we constantly update our kayak and paddle board inventory. The best part? Our helpful and friendly staff is ready to assist to ensure you have a smooth, fun, and memorable ocean adventure.

Enjoy an active way to explore Santa Barbara’s scenic coast—and set off at a time that works best for you—with this flexible rental option. Reserve your slot in advance; choose a single kayak, a tandem kayak, or a stand-up paddleboard; and head to the rental center at West Beach. After a brief introduction to your equipment, grab a life vest and paddle and head out on the water.

We have the lowest prices in town guaranteed. We have new electric cruisers that ride super smooth with belt drive instead of greasy chain. We are conveniently located in Funk Zone just 2 blocks from the beach. An e-Bike allows you to go where cars are not allowed like Channel Drive, State Street Promenade, and the harbor overlook. Unlike the white public city bikes, you get a helmet, water, and a lock included free.

Our bicycles were hand picked to provide the best experience possible. Cuso's Bikes is the most centrally located bike boutique in Santa Barbara, and provides riders easy access to any type of riding experience. Our bikes: Road Bikes Bianchi is our choice of premium e-bikes for cruising around town. Superb Italian design showcases the perfect marriage of form and function. With the perfect amount of comfort and power, you can cruise the streets, ride the beach path, scale the hills, and cover more ground. Mountain Bikes Intense, the iconic Southern California brand, meets the challenge of the intense trails in the mountains surrounding the city. These are perfectly designed workhorses that provide you the adrenaline rush you seek but helps on the climb up.

Environmentally conscious travelers will love the chance to tour Santa Barbara by private e-bike. Instead of joining a wasteful bus tour or getting tired on a walking tour, hire an e-bike and zip around the city. See and do exactly what you want with e-bike hire ranging from one hour to one day. You'll be given a map and some local tips to help you find your way around.

Visitors who want a quick, fun overview of Santa Barbara's highlights will love this 90-minute trolley tour of the American Riviera. Drive past landmarks like the courthouse, the zoo, the Mission, and the Museum of Natural History. Learn about the town's culture and history from live commentary and note places that you might want to return to independently later.

Enjoy a walking tour of beautiful and interesting parts of Santa Barbara while following clues on your smartphone and solving interesting puzzles along the tour. Play the game on your smartphone with your group as the game guides you through the city. Score points for correct answers and try to get the high score on the leaderboard. See major attractions as well as less-known gems of Santa Barbara on this unique scavenger hunt and walking tour. Play any time that fits your schedule! There is no in-person guide you have to wait for! Tour downtown Santa Barbara and see State Street, the Presidio, Anacapa Street, the Courthouse building, and more. Your group of 2 to 6 people works together to solve the 22 challenges on the scavenger hunt. Wear comfortable shoes! You'll walk about 2 miles along this scavenger hunt tour. Explore the city at your own pace Enjoy fun challenges with family and friends Discover Santa Barbara's hidden gems and historic sights Perfect for all ages

Explore the charming town of Solvang and surrounding Santa Ynez wine country on a self-guided electric bike tour that allows you the freedom to discover at your own pace. Pedal through beautiful parks, vineyards, and historic sites such as the Mission Santa Inez and Clairmont Lavender Farm, all while enjoying the fresh air and scenery. This tour is included FREE with half-day and full-day rentals, making it an ideal choice for families, friends, or solo adventurers. Bring along some local cheeses and bread for a delightful picnic amidst the stunning landscapes of Solvang. • Explore Solvang, vineyards, and countryside landmarks • Flexible adventure with your choice of e-bike rental - Half Day (2-4 hours) or Full Day (4+ hours, same-day return) • Includes helmet, map, bike bag, and suggested stops • Great for couples, families, or solo travelers

Get another perspective on the southern California coast during this leisurely kayak tour in Santa Barbara. Learn the basics of kayaking from your guide, and hear about Santa Barbara’s natural history and marine life during your tour. You won't have to worry about equipment rentals since kayaking gear is included.

Discover the beauty of California’s famed Central Coast wine region on an all-inclusive Santa Ynez wine tour from Santa Barbara. Relax in a luxury passenger van as breathtaking landscapes lead you to the Santa Ynez Valley, where you’ll enjoy exclusive tastings at three partner wineries. With lunch, snacks, and insights from a knowledgeable local guide included, this is more than a tour—it’s a curated wine experience.

Cover more of Santa Barbara than you ever could on foot on an electric bike tour. Ride your easy-to-use beach cruiser to landmarks such as State Street and the Santa Barbara Mission as your guide shares stories you won't find in the guidebook. Have your camera ready as you glide along the renowned Pacific coastline. Group numbers are capped, ensuring personalized attention and a small-group experience.

Grab a group of friends for a day of wine-tasting in the Santa Ynez Valley, without worrying about who's going to drive home after. It's an all-inclusive tour with pickup and drop-off from hotels in Solvang, Los Olivos, Buellton, and Santa Ynez. Visit three wineries to learn more about the winemaking process, see the vineyards, and enjoy a picnic lunch at one.

Transform your kids into Vikings for a day on this engaging adventure in Solvang. Children will embark on a quest that includes a scavenger hunt through the charming Danish village, exploring the Solvang Viking Museum, and discovering ancient Viking lore. Young adventurers will have fun inventing Viking names, hunting for hidden clues, and tasting freshly made aebleskiver, a local favorite. The tour wraps up with a visit to a local arcade, making it a well-rounded experience of history and play. - Fun-filled 90-minute Viking adventure designed for kids ages 5-12 - Interactive scavenger hunt through Solvang and - Entry to the Viking Museum - Includes aebleskiver donuts and arcade tokens - Limited group size of 12 for personalized attention

One of the best ways to explore Santa Barbara is by bike; avoid becoming fatigued and rent an electric bike to discover the coastal city. Cruise around the pier, Stearns Wharf, Point Castillo, 1000 Steps Beach, and many more points of interest. Electric bikes are easy to use and come with three different modes to help get you around town.

We have immersive adventures. We provide your own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Explore the Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country on this easy tour. Visit 2-3 wineries with our Wine Country Shuttle service, while learning about local history from one of our tour guides. Travel in comfort and style from your pickup in central Santa Barbara, onboard a luxury, air-conditioned van. Stop for a tasty lunch in whimsical Los Olivos during the 5-hour tour.

Avoid the rush of a group tour and journey through Santa Ynez Valley's Solvang on this digital scavenger hunt. With this immersive experience, get your very own remote host who guides you via smartphone throughout the adventure. With a wild mixture of exploration, creativity, problem-solving, and social interaction, it's a unique way to explore. Compete on the game leaderboard so you can treat your tour of the valley as a fun competition.

Discover Santa Barbara like never before with a scavenger hunt that blends adventure, history, and fun. Navigate through the city’s charming streets as you solve puzzles and uncover intriguing facts about its Spanish Colonial architecture and notable landmarks, including the Granada Theater and the iconic courthouse. This interactive experience allows you to explore at your own pace, perfect for families, friends, or a unique date idea. Whether you're a local or a visitor, this adventure promises to engage and entertain while showcasing the beauty of Santa Barbara.

Dive into adventure , your go-to for the ultimate app-led adventure hunts! Step into a world where every landmark and hidden gem is waiting to be discovered. Challenge yourself with trivia, tackle brain-teasing puzzles, and embark on an epic journey of exploration! Whether you’re collaborating with your crew or turning up the competition, Hunts guarantee a blast for all. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a spontaneous outing, a wild bachelorette bash, a festive birthday celebration, or a team-building extravaganza. Each player gets to dive into an interactive role, ensuring every challenge is as thrilling and unique as the next. So, gather your squad, choose your adventure, and let the good times roll! Every outing becomes a treasure trove of memories and excitement. Are you ready to conquer the city and create unforgettable experiences? Let’s Roam and make every day an adventure!

Make Santa Barbara your own gameboard with an interactive, app-led scavenger hunt adventure. Use a smartphone to follow a series of locally-themed clues that lead to fun challenges with your friends and family. Trace a route past historic monuments, seaside neighborhoods, and hidden gems to get an insider's look at the city. Rack up points to compete against prior scavenger hunt teams, or simply enjoy the self-guided tour at your own pace.

Taste some of Santa Barbara’s great wines as you visit top winemaking destinations in Santa Ynez Valley. Make three stops for tastings at a mix of family-owned vineyards and small-production tasting rooms, and enjoy a picnic lunch. You’ll get an intimate experience of the wine region as you sample the wines and hear from your guide about winemaking in California.

Ride through the towns and vineyards of the Santa Ynez Valley wine region on this e-bike tour with transport from Santa Barbara. With a guide, you'll pedal a Rad Power E-bike to wineries, a lavendar farm, the town of Solvang, and other spots for wine and olive-oil tastings and lunch. A bike tour allows you to enjoy better views of the scenery than from inside a car.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!