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    Downtown Santa Barbara Food & Wine Walking Tour

    Sample Santa Barbara flavors while a local guide handles the route and ordering

    4.9 stars• 524 reviews

    Duration

    3.5 hours

    Includes

    Food tastings, guided walking tour

    Highlights

    Explore downtown Santa Barbara through its local food scene, with your guide handling the ordering and timing. Enjoy a relaxed progressive lunch with stories, local tips, and generous tastings along the way.

    • Taste savory bites and sweet treats at 5–6 local stops
    • Discover local stories and easygoing Santa Barbara history
    • Wander through downtown landmarks, courtyards, and tasting rooms
    • Enjoy tasting locations and menu items that change with availability and season

    Important details

    • Arrive 10–15 minutes before your scheduled start time
    • Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes
    • Alcoholic tastings are available only with 21+ tickets; no-alcohol tickets include no alcoholic beverages
    • Food allergies and aversions can often be accommodated, but flour cross-contamination cannot be guaranteed against
    • Not recommended for travelers with limited mobility
    • Leave pets at home
    • Disruptive behavior may result in removal from the tour

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel 48+ hours before start for a full refund. Cancel 24–48 hours before start for a 50% refund. Cancellations under 24 hours and no-shows are non-refundable. On high-demand dates, including holidays and peak weekends, bookings are non-refundable within 48 hours of start.

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    FAQs

    Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes. Arrive 10–15 minutes early, and feel free to bring a bottle of water.

    Share any food allergies or aversions as soon as possible. The tour can accommodate many needs, but it cannot guarantee an allergen-free experience or prevent cross-contamination (especially with flour).

    The walking tour is not recommended for guests with limited mobility. If someone in your group has mobility concerns, health issues, or multiple small children, consider booking a private tour to better accommodate your needs.

    Meeting details

    Outside 814 State Street, in front of the El Paseo entrance

    Experience provided by Taste Santa Barbara Food Tours

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    Guest 21 & Over

    $174.90

    Ages 21+

    0

    All Ages (No Alcohol)

    $174.90

    All Ages (NO ALCOHOL)

    0

    Make the Food Tour Private

    $2,226

    Private - Downtown Tour

    0

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    524 reviews•Google Maps

    Guests consistently rave about the passionate guides who bring Santa Barbara to life through food, history, and local culture. Captain Kirk and Maddy both earn glowing praise for their extensive knowledge of the city's architecture, cultural heritage, and current food scene, delivered with warmth and humor that makes the experience feel like exploring with a well-connected friend. The tour strikes an ideal balance between leisurely walking and stopping at quality establishments for wine tastings and diverse food samples, with highlights including Secret Bao and birria tacos mentioned by name. The four-hour experience offers excellent value, combining curated tastings with genuine insights into Santa Barbara's character. Groups appreciate the intimate size and often mention making new friends along the way, while the guides' flexibility shines through in their ability to seamlessly adjust when unexpected situations arise. This tour works beautifully whether you're getting oriented on your first day in town or celebrating something special like a bachelorette weekend. Just come hungry and ready to walk.

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