Overview
Our tour guides are locals and we know lots of fun facts and history of the sights we show. We do research on each point of interest in order to give you interesting stories. Because our tour is on bikes we can show you Channel Drive and State Street Promenade which can't be accessed by car.
Our comfortable and fun electric bikes let you see more in less time. You'll love the 360 degree view of downtown and the coastline from the Courthouse tower and the story of how it was built. We'll tell you the story behind the sights including the interesting people involved.
We love telling you about our favorite restaurants and ice cream stores. Some of them are off State Street and don't even have any signs. We ride right through the neighborhood our owner grew up in. Many people say our tours are the highlight of their trip to Santa Barbara.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Sunscreen
Bottled water
Helmet
Bicycle use
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Exit 101 at Garden Street, turn right onto Yanonali St., turn left on Gray Avenue
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Give your ticket to the person at our start which is our shop at 118 Gray Avenue
What to expect
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Old Mission Santa Barbara
12 min
Stop and smell the roses at the lovely Mission Rose Garden. Look down the ocean to see where you rode from. Look up at the beautiful mountains. We'll tell you the history of the Mission and surrounding area.
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Santa Barbara County Courthouse
15 min
Go up the courthouse town to see a stunning 360 degree view of downtown Santa Barbara. We'll point out the architectural highlights and quirky facts about this famous building.
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Santa Barbara Waterfront
10 min
We'll point out the highlights of the Harbor and the history of Stearns Wharf and the Potter hotel 1901-1921 and the residents of the castle on the hill.
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Arlington Theatre
2 min
We'll take you back in time when this was a fancy hotel and why it is now a theatre. We'll show you why it's a special theatre.
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Butterfly Beach
5 min
Ride on Channel Drive where cars can't go and glide down the hill to beautiful Butterfly Beach. We will explain the history of the Biltmore Hotel and Coral Casino
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Montecito
5 min
We'll cruise thru "downtown Montecito" along Coast Village Road.
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Stearns Wharf
2 min
We'll explain the history of the Dolphin Fountain and it's twin and the lumbering history of California's oldest operating wooden wharf.
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Moreton Bay Fig Tree
2 min
We'll tell you the history of the biggest fig tree in America and how it got there. We'll explain why it has a fence around it. We'll explain the meaning of the vintage train car parked next to it. We'll even explain how it was almost cut down for a gas station.
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State Street
2 min
We'll cruise up and down the State Street Promenade where cars can't go.
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El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park
5 min
We'll tell you the history of the first building built by Europeans in Santa Barbara in the 1700s
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Andree Clark Bird Refuge
5 min
We'll tell you the history of this man made lake and how it got it's name. Hint: the mansion on the hill.
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Cabrillo Bike Path
5 min
A primo bike path along the Santa Barbara waterfront. We'll point out the cool things and tell you some history
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Santa Barbara's Chromatic Gate
2 min
Most locals call it "The Rainbow Arch". We'll explain why it was so controversial when it was built and who it memorializes. We'll even explain how they keep the colors so bright.
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Chase Palm Park
2 min
Even many locals don't know how this popular park got it's name. We'll talk about the person behind this park and how it evolved over the last 50 years. We might even see a paraglider land here!
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The Granada Theatre
12 min
We'll give you the stories of how this tallest building on Santa Barbara was built. We'll explain why it looks different than most buildings in downtown. We'll tell you who lives and works in the building and what's on the roof. We'll even tell you how many "G" emblems there are inside.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Los Angeles).
Additional Information
- Travel time riding between points of interest is approximately 1.5 hours
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Private Guided Tour in Santa Barbara on Electric Bikes
Can I cancel Private Guided Tour in Santa Barbara on Electric Bikes for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
Exit 101 at Garden Street, turn right onto Yanonali St., turn left on Gray Avenue
What's included?
- Sunscreen
- Bottled water
- Helmet
- Bicycle use
Which places does it visit?
It visits Old Mission Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara County Courthouse, Santa Barbara Waterfront, Arlington Theatre, Butterfly Beach, Montecito, Stearns Wharf, Moreton Bay Fig Tree.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by American Riviera Bike Tours and Rentals
