About This Tour
Grab your walking shoes and come on a food tour of downtown Santa Barbara. This 3.5-hour tour includes a fun mix of six tantalizing tastings, conversations with local chefs and business owners and a sprinkle of local history mixed in as well. Northern Italian dishes, gourmet cheese, local wine and handcrafted chocolates are just a few of the tasting options along the tour route. Our tours can accommodate up to 14 guests.
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Historic Santa Barbara Food Tasting Tour
This 3.5-hour food tasting tour with Santa Barbara Tasting Tours explores the historic Presidio neighborhood. You'll sample local flavors at several spots, learning about the area's culinary heritage. It's well-suited for couples or small groups interested in a relaxed, immersive culinary experience.
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Meeting Point
In front of the Arlington Theater at 1317 State Street.
Special Instructions
• The tour begins promptly at 11am in front of the Arlington Theater, located at 1317 State Street between Victoria and Sola Streets. Please plan on arriving 5-10 minutes before the tour start time. If you are running late, and the tour has already departed from the Arlington Theater, please call 805-295-TOUR, and we will help you find the tour in progress • There is a significant amount of walking on this tour; and for most of the tastings, guests will be standing, so please wear good, comfortable walking shoes. • We suggest bringing a bottle of water, because beverages are not provided at all stops. • There are numerous opportunities along the tour route to make purchases, so bring a tote bag just in case. • If you haven't already, please let us know ASAP if anyone in your group is a vegetarian or has food allergies. We will not be able to accommodate any last minute dietary requests on the day of the tour. • Since we strive to create the ideal tour experience for our guests, we require a 6 person minimum to run our tasting tours. If the tour you signed up for is not full, we may call you a day or two prior to inquire about moving you to another date or a different tour. • We recommend parking in one of the lots on Chapala Street in downtown Santa Barbara, with public parking lots #4 and #5 being the closest to the Arlington Theater • If you are running late to the tour, please call us at 805 295 8687 or call your tour guide directly, and we will help you join the tour in progress.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
✓ Free cancellation due to bad weather
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Santa Barbara Tasting Tours
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Common questions about Historic Santa Barbara Food Tasting Tour
Who operates this experience?
This experience is operated by Santa Barbara Tasting Tours, a local sightseeing provider.
What's included?
This tour includes Guided walking tour gives introduction to local history and architecture, Professional, local tour guides, and Five food tastings and one wine tasting. All inclusions are provided by the tour operator.
How long is this tour?
The experience lasts approximately 3.5 hours, giving you time to fully enjoy your chosen activity.
Can I cancel this tour?
Yes, you can cancel up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure time for a full refund. If weather conditions are unsafe, the tour may be canceled by the operator. In such cases, you'll be offered a refund or reschedule.
What should I bring?
We recommend bringing comfortable walking shoes, a camera, and weather-appropriate clothing. All necessary equipment is provided.
What to expect on this tour?
This sightseeing experience lasts approximately 3.5 hours and includes all necessary equipment and guidance. You'll have access to Guided walking tour gives introduction to local history and architecture and more.
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