Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking 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.

1. 1

   Stop 1

   5 min

   The tour ends at the historic Casa Covarrubias where you'll hear it's story and have a chance to explore.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   5 min

   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.

3. 3

   Arlington Theatre

   Pass by

   You'll stop outside the historic Arlington Theatre, who visited here? Why is it important? Take the tour to find out.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   5 min

   Who is Juana Maria? This is one of the best, and missed statues in town.

5. 5

   The Granada Theatre

   Pass by

   The tour stops outside the The Granada Theatre, why is it important? Take the tour to find out.

6. 6

   Stop 6

   10 min

   This street is one of the best walks, and somewhat hidden, in town, you'll see fountains and hear it's story.

7. 7

   Hill-Carrillo Adobe

   Pass by

   See the historic Hill Carrillo Adobe and hear the story of the founding of Santa Barbara.

8. 8

   El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park

   10 min

   See the historic park. Why see it? Take the tour to find out.

9. 9

   Stop 9

   25 min

   The tour explores the streets and sights of Santa Barbara. You'll uncover it's hidden gems, it's stories and famous sites.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.