Private Guided Tour in Santa Barbara on Electric Bikes

Private Guided Tour in Santa Barbara on Electric Bikes

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About This Tour in Santa Barbara

Our tour guides are locals and we know lots of fun facts and history of the sights we show. We do research on each point of interest in order to give you interesting stories. Because our tour is on bikes we can show you Channel Drive and State Street Promenade which can't be accessed by car. Our comfortable and fun electric bikes let you see more in less time. You'll love the 360 degree view of downtown and the coastline from the Courthouse tower and the story of how it was built. We'll tell you the story behind the sights including the interesting people involved. We love telling you about our favorite restaurants and ice cream stores. Some of them are off State Street and don't even have any signs. We ride right through the neighborhood our owner grew up in. Many people say our tours are the highlight of their trip to Santa Barbara.

Why Visit Santa Barbara?

Santa Barbara, USA offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Santa Barbara provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Santa Barbara

You can reach Santa Barbara, USA by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. From the airport, you can take a taxi, rideshare service (Uber, Lyft), or public transportation to reach the city center. Many hotels also offer shuttle services, and rental cars are widely available for exploring the area.

What's Included

  • Sunscreen
  • Bottled water
  • Helmet
  • Use of bicycle

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Travel time riding between points of interest is approximately 1.5 hours

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

Stop and smell the roses at the lovely Mission Rose Garden

Exit 101 at Garden Street, turn right onto Yanonali St., turn left on Gray Avenue

End Point

We'll give you the stories of how this tallest building on Santa Barbara

Exit 101 at Garden Street, turn right onto Yanonali St., turn left on Gray Avenue

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Stop and smell the roses at the lovely Mission Rose Garden 12 minutes

Stop and smell the roses at the lovely Mission Rose Garden. Look down the ocean to see where you rode from. Look up at the beautiful mountains. We'll tell you the history of the Mission and surrounding area.

Go up the courthouse town to see a... 15 minutes

Go up the courthouse town to see a stunning 360 degree view of downtown Santa Barbara. We'll point out the architectural highlights and quirky facts about this famous building.

We'll point out the highlights of the Harbor... 10 minutes

We'll point out the highlights of the Harbor and the history of Stearns Wharf and the Potter hotel 1901-1921 and the residents of the castle on the hill.

We'll take you back in time when this... 2 minutes

We'll take you back in time when this was a fancy hotel and why it is now a theatre. We'll show you why it's a special theatre.

Ride on Channel Drive where cars can't go... 5 minutes

Ride on Channel Drive where cars can't go and glide down the hill to beautiful Butterfly Beach. We will explain the history of the Biltmore Hotel and Coral Casino

We'll cruise thru "downtown Montecito" along Coast Village Road

We'll cruise thru "downtown Montecito" along Coast Village Road.

We'll explain the history of the Dolphin Fountain... 2 minutes

We'll explain the history of the Dolphin Fountain and it's twin and the lumbering history of California's oldest operating wooden wharf.

We'll tell you the history of the biggest... 2 minutes

We'll tell you the history of the biggest fig tree in America and how it got there. We'll explain why it has a fence around it. We'll explain the meaning of the vintage train car parked next to it. We'll even explain how it was almost cut down for a gas station.

We'll cruise up and down the State Street Promenade where cars can't go

We'll cruise up and down the State Street Promenade where cars can't go.

We'll tell you the history of the first... 5 minutes

We'll tell you the history of the first building built by Europeans in Santa Barbara in the 1700s

We'll tell you the history of this man made lake and how it got it's name 5 minutes

We'll tell you the history of this man made lake and how it got it's name. Hint: the mansion on the hill.

A primo bike path along the Santa Barbara waterfront

A primo bike path along the Santa Barbara waterfront. We'll point out the cool things and tell you some history

Most locals call it "The Rainbow Arch" 2 minutes

Most locals call it "The Rainbow Arch". We'll explain why it was so controversial when it was built and who it memorializes. We'll even explain how they keep the colors so bright.

Even many locals don't know how this popular park got it's name 2 minutes

Even many locals don't know how this popular park got it's name. We'll talk about the person behind this park and how it evolved over the last 50 years. We might even see a paraglider land here!

We'll give you the stories of how this... 12 minutes

We'll give you the stories of how this tallest building on Santa Barbara was built. We'll explain why it looks different than most buildings in downtown. We'll tell you who lives and works in the building and what's on the roof. We'll even tell you how many "G" emblems there are inside.

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