Santa Barbara Zoo Tours

Santa Barbara Zoo
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Palmoro House

Palmoro House

3 out of 5
Santa Barbara Beach
per person
May 27 - May 31
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Cincinnati (CVG) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
7.6/10 Good! (237 reviews)
The amenities w pool were good but the room itself lacked style.

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2024

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4 out of 5
Santa Barbara Beach
per person
Jun 9 - Jun 13
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Cincinnati (CVG) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
7.8/10 Good! (587 reviews)
Very outdated. Not a luxury hotel. The price is because it’s near the ocean

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2024

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach

5 out of 5
Montecito
Save 100% on your flight
per person
Jun 9 - Jun 13
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Cincinnati (CVG) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (236 reviews)
Checking in with Quinn is easy. The staff is kind. The property is nice.

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2024

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Tours & day trips

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Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
4.4 out of 5 with 8 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $30 per adult
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Food, drink & nightlife

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Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike

Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike

Activity duration is 7 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $199 per adult
Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike

Adventure & outdoor

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Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike

Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike

Activity duration is 7 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $199 per adult
Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike

Water activities

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Sea Lion Kayak Tour - Santa Barbara Harbor

Sea Lion Kayak Tour - Santa Barbara Harbor

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $72 per adult
Sea Lion Kayak Tour - Santa Barbara Harbor

Classes & workshops

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Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Activity duration is 1 hour
Free cancellation available
Price is $46 per adult
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Reviews of Santa Barbara Zoo

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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4 - Good
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3 - Okay
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2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Jan 21, 2020

Prepare to walk a lot. Spring for feeding the giraffes and train ride. It's worth it.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Jul 10, 2019

Beautiful place, its a must

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler
May 24, 2019

The zoo is not well cared for the enclosures are very small. There were several animals under veterinary care. Not happy at all.

4/5 - Good

Rue
Apr 24, 2019

Small zoo but overall love taking me kids here.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Apr 5, 2019

This is a small zoo with great ocean views that you can tour in two hours. You can even see the ocean from certain parts of the zoo.

5/5 - Excellent

KellyWexler
Sep 14, 2018

Clean and enjoyable zoo. You can purchase lettuce to feed the giraffes, which the kids love.

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East Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at East Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara? Stroll along the seaside or seek out the biking trails.

East Beach
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Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

5/5(5 reviews)

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Stearns Wharf

4.5/5(925 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as biking in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Butterfly Beach

4.5/5(40 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Butterfly Beach
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Moreton Bay Fig Tree

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Moreton Bay Fig Tree and also enjoy the biking trails in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Santa Barbara Harbor

4.5/5(529 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Harbor

Best Lodging Options Near Santa Barbara Zoo

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4 out of 5
1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Inn
4 out of 5
901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
Santa Barbara Inn
The Inn at East Beach
The Inn at East Beach
2.5 out of 5
1029 Orilla Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA
The Inn at East Beach
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2 out of 5
443 Corona Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Hotel Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara
3 out of 5
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
Hotel Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Beachside Inn
Beachside Inn
3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
Beachside Inn
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