Santa Barbara One-Day Tour: Zoo + Culture + Funk Zone
$185.00

The tour will begin and end in North Hollywood, where you’ll gather with your group at 7:30am and depart at 8:00am.
Depart from North Hollywood in the morning and enjoy a scenic coastal drive along Highway 101 as you make your way toward Santa Barbara. Plan to arrive by mid-morning to begin your day of exploration.

Start with a visit to the Santa Barbara Zoo, a beautifully landscaped destination with ocean views, open-air exhibits, and interactive experiences like giraffe feeding and a miniature train ride. It’s a fun and relaxing way to begin your adventure.

After the zoo, stop for a casual lunch at a a relaxed location picnic-style seating just minutes from the coast.

Next, take in the historic charm of the Santa Barbara Courthouse, a Spanish Colonial Revival masterpiece with tiled staircases, mural-adorned rooms, and a tower offering panoramic views of the city, mountains, and sea. Then, unwind at the nearby Mission Rose Garden, where you can stroll among over 1,500 blooming rose bushes and enjoy peaceful views of the iconic Santa Barbara Mission.

In the afternoon, head to the Funk Zone, a vibrant neighborhood near the waterfront filled with boutique tasting rooms, street art, indie shops, and laid-back cafes. Sip local wine or coffee and take in the creative atmosphere.

Wrap up your day at Shoreline Park, a cliffside stretch overlooking the ocean where you can enjoy sweeping views of the Pacific and the Channel Islands as the sun begins to set.

After sunset, begin your return journey back to North Hollywood, completing a full day of discovery, scenery, and coastal charm.