Stearns Wharf Tours

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Feel the breeze through your hair as you stroll along Stearns Wharf. It's a lovely spot to be as the sun goes down.

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this waterside attraction is well worth a visit. But you'll find loads more to discover in the area. Santa Barbara County Courthouse, Mission Santa Barbara, and Presidio Santa Barbara aren't too far away from Stearns Wharf.

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Secret Garden Inn and Cottages

Secret Garden Inn and Cottages

3 out of 5
Oak Park
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Aug 23 - Aug 28
found 17 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Denver (DEN) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Beautiful place with very friendly staff! It.felt very safe!

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Los Aguajes

Los Aguajes

2 out of 5
Santa Barbara Beach
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Oct 1 - Oct 7
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Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Denver (DEN) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
7/10 Good! (4 reviews)
Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

3.5 out of 5
Santa Barbara Beach
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Aug 23 - Aug 28
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Denver (DEN) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Great location! Right in the heart of the funk zone I will say some things: - I read plenty of reviews about the rooms being small. I thought people were probably exaggerating. I am here to confirm the rooms are indeed super small. I was only there 2 nights and with just one other person so it was manageable. - The shower is messy. The way it’s set up, it’s quite impossible to not make a mess. I honestly don’t know who designed it and thought it was a great idea. It was also super tight. I dreaded having to shower during my stay. - Bed was comfy, no complaints there. - We parked in the neighborhood to avoid valet parking fee, but valet parking seemed to be limited. I want to say I would come back, but I’m not sure. The location is great and it was the most affordable option that didn’t look as bad in the area. However, the shower was a huge turn off.

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

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Tours & day trips

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Los Angeles Day Trip to Santa Barbara via Oxnard-Amtrak Coast Starlight

Los Angeles Day Trip to Santa Barbara via Oxnard-Amtrak Coast Starlight

Activity duration is 10 hours and 55 minutes
4.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $194 per adult
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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
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $58 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride

Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $146 per adult
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Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $55 per adult
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Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Activity duration is 6 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is $69 per adult
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Reviews of Stearns Wharf

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
449
5 - Excellent 49%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 43%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 7%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 1%
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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Avoid Santa Barbara Shellfish Company. Go to Brophy Brothers. Better everything.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Watch out for the Mean Tai drink. Excellent place to veg and watch boaters in the harbor.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Went to the art and crafts show on.the beach was fun

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Moby Dicks was excellent!!

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

To many homeless. Dirty

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Santa Barabara is a fun drive for the day!

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