Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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All Aboard Santa Barbara’s Original & Longest Running Trolley Tour and Charter Services
See the American Riviera in 90 minutes
Santa Barbara sightseeing at its finest on the original, fully narrated Santa Barbara Trolley Tour. For 30 years, we've been providing trolley tours in the Santa Barbara community. Join us as we visit local hot spots such as the Santa Barbara Courthouse, Santa Barbara Zoo, Museum of Natural History, the historic Santa Barbara Mission, and more, all fully narrated by our energetic and knowledgeable tour guides! Our pick up location is only a 10 minute walk from Stearns Wharf, at 1 Garden St.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Stearns Wharf
Enjoy the seaside sights and sounds of Stearns Wharf, one of Santa Barbara’s most iconic landmarks. Named for builder John P. Stearns and located at the end of State Street, it is California’s oldest working wharf and the perfect spot to soak up the sun, salty breezes and stunning views of the impossibly blue Pacific. The Wharf was completed in 1872 and served the passengers and freight shipping needs of California’s south coast for more than 25 years. Today it’s one of Santa Barbara’s most visited attractions and a mainstay of the Waterfront district.
East Beach
East Beach is a favorite spot for locals for volleyball (including pro tournaments), skating, paddle sports, art shows and just plain relaxing. It also has a great panoramic view of the Santa Barbara mountains.
Options
Trolley Tour
What‘s Included
Narrated Tour
Food and Drinks
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
853 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The Best Way to Explore the Town
linqid,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing experience! Our guide grew up locally, and we learned so many fun facts and hidden town secrets that only a local would know. Highly recommended!
Get acquainted with Santa Barbara!
DuffyW426,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This excursion provides a great overview of Santa Barbara and Montecito. Our guide, Chuck, was very knowledgeable and even a little funny. Would certainly recommend this tour, especially for first time visitors. DW
We enjoyed the trolly...
Jeanette M,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We enjoyed the trolly ride. George the tour guide was super informative and made it a fun experience. Love the brief break at the Mission.
Filled time
LasVegas2023,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00There’s not a lot to see in Santa Barbara, so if you just want something relaxing to do for an hour, this is for you.
My first trip to SB
tianna33,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Although the day was overcast and a tad windy, it did not effect the fun we had on the tour. This tour is a nice way to see places you didn't know existed and we learned history of many places. We were lucky to visit the Santa Barbara Mission right after the chalk walk took place. The mission was already beautiful, but the chalk art increased the visit. The length of the tour was great. Not too long, not too short. Plenty of parking near the meet point. The price was decent and worth it. Chuck was our tour guide; he is wonderful. He suggested places to eat and we listened to him. We had a lovely time. I will recommend this tour to anyone.
Enjoyable
Heleneleahs,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Nice lay of the land tour. Rusty was very knowledgeable and entertaining. This was our first time in Santa Barbara so it was a helpful experience.
It was informative and...
Jeannine G,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was informative and the tour guide was very friendly and nice. He had a good sense of humor,I would go on it again.
An excellent guided tour
al0hamichi,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rusty, the driver and tour guide was so knowledgeable about Santa Barbara. My husband and I learned so much more about the history of this beautiful city.
Great Santa Barbara Tour!
Jennifer R,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our driver Rusty was fantastic. The tour was wonderful. He took us to many locations including Montecito.
It was informative and...
Laura C,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00It was informative and entertaining as well. Would give five stars for the tour n three stars for uncomfortable seats. The seats were very hard and minimal leg rooms for taller people
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