The best family-friendly activities in Santa Barbara for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

Our expert captains are all licensed by the United States Coast Guard and are sure to offer your family the safest experience while flying high...
$99

Start your Santa Barbara afternoon the right way with AFK Food Tours. In about 2 hours, you’ll hit four of the area’s most crave-worthy dessert...
$99

City & Sand Electric Bike Tour
The only tour in Santa Barbara that takes you on the sand of our famous beaches on your very own fat tire electric bike! Prepare...
$105

Guided Hiking Experience in Ojai
Whether you are in town for the day from nearby Los Angeles or Santa Barbara County, planning an anniversary or birthday celebration for a small...
$105

Experience the best of the Santa Barbara coastline during an introductory surfing lesson at Mondo's Beach. Learn the basics with an instructor who focuses on the fundamentals of reading...
$115

Air Conditioned Van with a fun and knowledgeable guide takes you on a "Local's" only tour! History-Sea Cliffs, Rare Nature Habitats-City Views (& secret-locals spots)....
$115

This private painting in the vineyard experience engages all of your senses as you taste through the estate wine and learn to paint the scenery...
$115

Kayak one of the few remaining sections of undeveloped, scenic coastline in California, home to more than 1,500 plant and animal species. This popular, 3-hour kayaking trip...
$122

Santa Barbara is a true food lovers paradise. Its culinary scene thrives on fresh coastal ingredients, local vineyards, and a commitment to farm-to-table quality. It...
$138

Explore Santa Barbara's vibrant Funk Zone through an engaging walking tour that combines curated wine tastings and delightful small bites. With pre-arranged visits to two...
$145

Experience the best of the Santa Barbara coastline during an introductory surfing lesson at Mondo's Beach. Learn the basics with an instructor who focuses on the fundamentals of reading...
$155

Taco Tour Santa Barbara | Food Tour
Perfect for team building activities in Santa Barbara, date night, bachelorette party and food lovers ! Discover one of the best food tours in Santa...
$159

Our guide will select several of the Valley's finest Wineries and up to 30 Wine tasting rooms or you and your guests can have a...
$159

Perfect for team building activities, food lovers, date night & Bachelorette parties in Santa Barbara, our Downtown Taco Tour is a top-rated group experience combining...
$159

Eat your way through the Funk Zone - Santa Barbara's hip, new 'hood - while learning about local culture and how to take great food...
$170

Step beyond the tasting rooms and discover the Santa Ynez Valley through the farmers and ranchers who cultivate its land. These small-group farm and food...
$200

