things to do in Ventura, CA

Ride Lil’ Toot one-way from Santa Barbara Harbor to Stearns Wharf in 25 minutes

Search the Santa Barbara Channel for seasonal whales, dolphins, and ocean wildlife

Book a private Santa Barbara wine tour with exclusive access and seated tastings

Take in Santa Barbara’s evening coastline from the water

See Santa Barbara’s city streets, waterfront, and Montecito coastline in one ride

Set sail past Santa Barbara and Montecito on a classic yacht

Dive Channel Islands kelp forests with meals, air fills and onboard comforts

Bring your glasswork ideas to life with studio tools and room to create at your own pace

Private farm access with hands-on alpaca encounters and animal visits

Take in mountain and island views from the water

A private wine-country day shaped around your group’s tastes

Taste the transformation from bitter bean to smooth dark chocolate

Create your own chocolates and a hand-decorated home for them

See Malibu’s cliffs, beaches, and coastal estates from above

Private estate tastings and a flexible wine-country itinerary

See Santa Barbara’s coastline from the decks of the Azure Seas

Taste your way through Santa Barbara's art-filled Funk Zone

Sail Santa Barbara’s harbor and waterfront with coastal views and onboard narration

Taste five tacos and local drinks while exploring Santa Barbara's historic downtown

Build your glassworking skills while creating your own colorful designs

Hand-feed alpacas and meet the farm’s animal residents

Explore Oxnard's coastline by jet ski and watch for dolphins

Read the night sky with a PhD astronomy guide beyond the city lights

Pair winery tastings with an artisan picnic lunch