Alta Vista Tours creates intimate, unhurried ways to experience Santa Barbara and the Santa Ynez Valley. Through trusted local relationships, guests enjoy meaningful vineyard visits, conversations with winemakers, restorative mass...
The stargazing tour led by a Santa Barbara PhD student was a lot of fun. Even if you already do a lot of stargazing, it was great to not have to think about where to go and all the things you have to bring. They provided comfy chairs, cocoa/tea, red light headlamps and even had extra coats in case you get cold. Our guide Luke showed us a lot of celestial objects through the telescope, but the best part was the fun facts about the stars and the stories different cultures told about them. I highly recommend!
Brook Howell
August 19, 2026
The stargazing tour led by a Santa Barbara PhD student was a lot of fun. Even if you already do a lot of stargazing, it was great to not have to think about where to go and all the things you have to bring. They provided comfy chairs, cocoa/tea, red light headlamps and even had extra coats in case you get cold. Our guide Luke showed us a lot of celestial objects through the telescope, but the best part was the fun facts about the stars and the stories different cultures told about them. I highly recommend!
Brook Howell
August 19, 2026