Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

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Overview

Available languages

English

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

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What To Expect

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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.

Admission Not Applicable
2

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.

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Narrated Tour

Food and Drinks

Options

Trolley Tour

Reviews

4.55

791 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • So much information for...

    JANICE P,,Feb 23, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    So much information for someone who has never been to this arra before. He- unfortunately I cannot remember his name- spoke so well and clearly.

  • Trolley tour Santa Barbara

    Jay S,,Feb 21, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Very informative,very interesting and just the right length. The guide did a great job!would definitely recommend it

  • Highly recommend

    Colleen K,,Feb 15, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Very nice and relaxing ride to see the highlights of Santa Barbara. Remember to bring cash to tip the driver.

  • Very Nice Tour

    Magisse,,Feb 14, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    The trolley ride and tour was fun and informative. I loved getting to see parts of Santa Barbara I would never have ventured into. The tour guide told lots of fun stories both about the people and the history. For the amount of time it took and the price, it was well worth it.

  • Great way to learn about Santa Barbara

    Kelly B,,Feb 9, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Enjoyed the 90 minute tour with our driver Rusty through Santa Barbara and Montecito. Not a whole lot of big sights to see, but we hit the highlights and were able to spend about 20 minutes at the one stop, the Mission. Rusty shared some interesting history of the town, and we were able to get a feel for the layout. Would recommend.

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  • Santa Barbara Sites

    666leannea,,Feb 6, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    We've been to Santa Barbara several times but this was our first time taking the tour. We had a great time with our tour guide, Rusty. He did a really nice job. You could tell he was a local and was proud of his town. I enjoyed the pace of the tour. It never felt rushed but also wasn't drawn out. I look forward to our next visit to SB so we can explore the different areas that Rusty pointed out to us. I highly recommend this tour. It's quick and easy and the perfect way to get to know the city.

  • Fun SB Trolley

    Luke J,,Feb 5, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Great time on the Trolley seeing all the sights in Santa Barbara and Montecito. Our driver was wonderful.

  • A Local Perspective on a Town Full of History

    Terrie L,,Feb 3, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    I've been to Santa Barbara many times, so it was nice to have a very knowledgeable tour guide who was born and raised in Santa Barbara, show us around different areas such as Montecito. So much history in this town!

  • Worthwhile Intro to Santa Barbara History

    642aubreys,,Jan 27, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    4.00

    This tour was informative and more interesting than I expected. I learned a lot about Santa Barbara’s history from the 1700s to today, with a nice mix of historical and current facts. The guide shared great details, from ship cannons and early coastal defenses to celebrities who live in the area now. One highlight was a small upscale town filled mostly with high-end women’s clothing boutiques. We learned it’s a quiet, paparazzi-free area where celebrities live and spend time. Another standout was seeing a unique house built from artist-painted panels created by local artists, which was really cool to see in person. The only downside was the seating. The wooden benches didn’t offer much back support, and after a while it became uncomfortable. Overall, this is a great tour for first-time visitors and adults who want to learn about the area without doing a lot of walking.

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  • Great Guide and Sites

    R M,,Jan 24, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Joey was a friendly informative guide. Claimed historical relationship to the area as well. Great ride, wonderful sites!

From US$28.00

4.55
(791 reviews)