Santa Barbara's Ultimate Wine and Chocolate Walking Tour
Description
A tour that highlights the most excellent wines to be found in Santa Barbara. This 3 Hour Wine Tasting & History Tour Includes: -(2)Boutique Wine tastings at the region's best wine tasting rooms -Artisanal chocolate tasting of delicious handmade local chocolates -Insider information on the area's wine industry and it's incredible wines -An in-depth historical tour and sightseeing as you walk through downtown, including the Santa Barbara County Courthouse, La Arcada and State Street Duration of Tour: Approximately 3 Hours Book Online Now!
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At the stunning Santa Barbara County Courthouse, you'll learn about the fascinating history and Spanish Colonial Revival architecture of this landmark that looks like a fairytale castle.
Learn about this old adobe home in Santa Barbara
Step into the romantic charm of the El Paseo complex, nestled beside the historic Casa de la Guerra. This hidden gem is a beautiful example of Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, with its tiled walkways, citrus trees, and quaint details.
Pause in front of the historic Lobero Theatre, the oldest continuously operating theater in California. Learn how this beloved landmark began as an opera house in the 1870's and evolved into a cultural hub for music.
Stroll through Santa Barbara's vibrant Funk Zone, a colorful and eclectic neighborhood where creativity thrives. Home to many boutique wineries, bold murals and artist studios, you'll love exploring this neighborhood on foot.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(22)
We had an incredible experience in Santa Barbara. We were amazed to discover the city’s rich history and exceptional wines. It was truly fascinating. Everyone we encountered was knowledgeable and incredibly friendly. Melissa, our tour guide, was particularly enjoyable. We were fortunate to have a private tour with her. Initially, the cost seemed steep, but once we indulged in two delightful wine tastings, savored exquisite chocolates, and received expert guidance from our knowledgeable tour guide, complemented by delicious food, we realized it was an absolutely worthwhile investment. The walking tour was effortless, and the weather was perfect. Melissa even took a few pictures to capture our memorable trip.
Thank you so much for taking the tour, Diane! I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed it!
We had so much fun on this walking tour. The wine and chocolate were great and Melissa gave us so much information about the history of Santa Barbara and the Funk Zone. It was a great afternoon and we would highly recommended this tour.
Thank you for leaving a review! We are thrilled you enjoyed the tour.
Very good trip to the funk zone and up State St. Melissa is very knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. This is an excellent 3 hour tour with excellent wine tasting and some chocolate to boot! I recommend it especially if you don't want to venture into wine country and want to stay in town.
So happy you loved the tour, Mark! Thank you for leaving a review and letting us know.
Melissa was great and had many historical facts about Santa Barbara. We enjoyed the tour, although I would’ve preferred a third wine tasting with more chocolate.
Melissa was such a knowledgeable and gracious tour guide. The wine tasting was very fun and we enjoyed getting to know the other couples. It was a great overview for our first trip to Santa Barbara.
Lori, thank you so much for taking the Wine and Chocolate Walking Tour with us! It was a pleasure meeting you and your husband. Cheers! Melissa
Excellent trip. Michelle was a very good and knowledgeable guide. She know the city very well and apparently people know her this making the trip more comfortable.
It was lovely showing you around SB and meeting you, Sameer. Thank you for the review and for taking the tour!
Great experience, great food and wine, and good exercise! We have been to Santa Barbara many times, but we saw and learned many things we’ve never heard or seen before. Highly recommended. Melissa was very helpful and informative.
I’m so happy to hear you had a great time! Thank you so much for taking the tour. I hope you come back and take another one someday!
Melissa was an excellent tour guide and made sure we had a wonderful time. She went out of her way to make sure we knew the history of Santa Barbara, different types of wines, the chocolate and even the ice cream! She was awesome!
Thanks for leaving a review and for taking the tour with Totally Cali Tours, Charissa!
Melissa is an awesome tour guide!! Her depth of knowledge and love for the city of Santa Barbara enhanced every place we visited. Two great wineries, two artisan chocolate experiences, the murals in the Funk Zone, the architecture and history, and visiting the general's old adobe were all SO much better with her informative escort. She made our visit to SB a great experience.
I had so much fun with the two of you! I appreciate you leaving the review and taking the tour! Cheers!
Melissa is a wonderful tour guide and very knowledgeable about Santa Barbara history. You can tell she loves living here and has an infectious enthusiasm for the city. Wear your walking shoes and prepare to taste some good local wine. We really enjoyed our day.
