What is the cancellation policy for this tour?

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

How long does this tour take?

This tour lasts approximately 3 hours.

Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: Dolphin Fountain at the Base of Stearn's Wharf.

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Santa Barbara Wine and Food Walking Tour in the Funk Zone

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3 hours

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Overview

Explore Santa Barbara's vibrant Funk Zone through an engaging walking tour that combines curated wine tastings and delightful small bites. With pre-arranged visits to two boutique tasting rooms, guests enjoy guided wine flights while learning about unique varietals and the winemaking process. This tour merges local flavors and art, ensuring a rich cultural experience in Santa Barbara's buzzing food and tasting district. Ideal for couples, friends, and locals, this afternoon adventure invites you to sip, stroll, and savor without the need for transportation. After the tour, unwind at nearby restaurants with insider recommendations from your knowledgeable guide.

- Curated wine tastings at two local Funk Zone tasting rooms
- Enjoy small bites featuring local culinary flavors
- Knowledgeable guide provides insider tips for dining and exploring
- Tour duration is 3 hours, from 2 PM to 5 PM, daily

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What's Included

✓ Included

All reservations handled in advance
Historical insights and cultural storytelling
Pre arranged wine tastings at boutique Funk Zone tasting rooms
Delicious small bites
Knowledgeable local walking guide

✗ Not Included

Transportation to and from the tour meeting location
Additional wine purchases beyond the included tastings
Gratuity for the guide

Itinerary

Stop 1

Located just east of State Street near the waterfront, Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone is a vibrant neighborhood known for its converted warehouse spaces, boutique wine tasting rooms, art galleries, street murals, and locally owned restaurants. Once the city’s industrial and marine district, the area has evolved into a creative hub that blends historic warehouse architecture with contemporary wine culture, public art, and culinary experiences. The Funk Zone is within walking distance of Stearns Wharf, the beach, and downtown Santa Barbara.

Meeting & End Point

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Meeting Point

Dolphin Fountain at the Base of Stearn's Wharf

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End Point

Dolphin Fountain at the Base of Stearn's Wharf

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Good to Know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Known For:

Food & Drink in Santa Barbara, Private and Luxury in Santa Barbara, Spring Break in Santa Barbara, Wine Tours in Santa Barbara, Wine Tastings in Santa Barbara, Half-day Tours in Santa Barbara, Walking Tours in Santa Barbara

Special Instructions

Gratuity: Our guides do their best to ensure you have a great time. It is customary, but optional, to tip your guide if you had a positive experience. Guide gratuity is not included in your reservation fee (unless you opted to pre-book gratuity) and should may be paid directly to your guide (15-20% is standard). We are also happy to apply additional gratuity via credit card at any time by calling our office.

Waiver Required:
To help speed up the check-in process, please use the link below to have all guests complete their waivers prior to arrival. Each guest must have their own signed waiver and the same link can be used for each guest: https://tinyurl.com/WineWaiver