Santa Barbara Zoo Tours

An elephant in a zoo enclosure with a rocky background and mountains in the distance.
A giraffe with a patterned coat and a brown mane, set against a backdrop of lush greenery and a clear blue sky.
A giraffe in a zoo enclosure with trees and rocks.
A giraffe at a zoo near a wooden fence, with people feeding it.

When you've spent some time at this wildlife attraction in Santa Barbara Beach, why not check out Santa Barbara County Courthouse, Mission Santa Barbara, and Presidio Santa Barbara? They're close to Santa Barbara Zoo and also a hit with many tourists.

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Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 out of 5
Santa Barbara Beach
Price was $1,240, price is now $881 per person
$881
per person
Jan 17 - Jan 22
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Grand Rapids (GRR) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,354 reviews)
Great beds.

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2026

El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
Upper Riviera
Price was $2,872, price is now $1,985 per person
$1,985
per person
Jan 17 - Jan 22
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Grand Rapids (GRR) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (613 reviews)

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 out of 5
Santa Barbara Beach
Price was $1,270, price is now $908 per person
$908
per person
Jan 17 - Jan 22
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Grand Rapids (GRR) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,468 reviews)
Large clean room with quiet location walking distance to the beach. Simple breakfast with helpful staff. Fireplace in our room was a plus.

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2026

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Tours & day trips

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Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Activity duration is 1 hour
9.2 out of 10 with 52 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was $38 and current price is $32 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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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
9.4 out of 10 with 10 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $60 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Santa Barbara: Private Beach Horseback Ride

Santa Barbara: Private Beach Horseback Ride

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $300 per adult
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Water activities

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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
9.8 out of 10 with 89 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $59 per adult
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Santa Barbara Zoo

9.0/10 (1,101 reviews)
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your trip to Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Best Lodging Options Near Santa Barbara Zoo

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
Hotel Santa Barbara
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
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
433 Corona Del Mar Drive Santa Barbara CA
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
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
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
Private studio with large patio

Private studio with large patio

Santa Barbara CA
Private studio with large patio
Palmoro House

Palmoro House

3 out of 5
424 Por La Mar Drive Santa Barbara CA
Palmoro House
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