Overview
"Local's" only knowledge, History-Sea Cliffs, Rare Bird Habitats-City Views (& secret-locals spots). Come see it all! Santa Barbara’s Rich History-home of the Chumash Native Americans.
Discover Santa Barbara amazing immigrant history: Italians, Spanish, Asians, Pioneers, Columbus & more! We visit the Courthouse Tower with a 360 view of the City and talk about our travels. From there we will tour the Queen of Missions and the Santa Barbara Riviera Views.
Next we travel west to the locals More Mesa Preserve and take a 1 mile mild hike to the Ocean Cliffs with views and photo-op of the Channel Islands, original home of the Chumash. More Mesa Preserve is home to much wildlife including the endangered Kite Hawk!
From there we will drive through historic Hope Ranch Mansions Drive, along Shoreline Park for more photos of the sea and city, then on to Santa Barbara’s famous Harbor for a beautiful stroll along the Breakwater, looking out across the sea and full view of the city.
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- Mobile ticket
- Hotel pickup offered
What's included
In-vehicle air conditioning
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Meet Just Outside of Breakwater Café, 107 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93109. Look for Sign: DCE TOURS
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Meet at Breakwater Café, 107 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93109. Look for Sign: DCE TOURS
What to expect
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Breakwater Restaurant
Learn about Santa Barbara's Rich History and Natural Habitats. Beachfront Drive to Riviera Spectacular City to Ocean Views, Courthouse Walk, Queen of Missions, to Gentle Hike to Sea Cliffs, Montecito Mansion Drive, Shoreline Park back to Breakwater Café.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (America/Los Angeles).
Additional Information
- Tour Guides have proof of Vaccination to Covid-19
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about 5 STARS: "Where The Locals Go!" Nature-History Tour
Can I cancel 5 STARS: "Where The Locals Go!" Nature-History Tour for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours 30 min.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
Meet Just Outside of Breakwater Café, 107 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93109. Look for Sign: DCE TOURS Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Santa Barbara Locals History & Nature Tour
