Classes & Tours

Are you interested in nurturing your own inner artiste, developing a new talent or going behind the scenes? Santa Barbara cultural tours and classes will help you tap into your creative side and leave you feeling inspired. Whether you want to paint, take photography classes, take a step back in history, sample Santa Barbara’s best food and wine, or just sit back and admire on a sightseeing excursion, there is a tour or class for every interest.

Santa Barbara inspires people not just to follow their passions in life, but to share them with others. As a result, the community has founded and fostered a number of cultural tours and classes that highlight the very best our city has to offer, including local art galleries, museums, artists’ studios, historical landmarks, culinary destinations, wineries and more. We encourage you to immerse yourself into our spirited creative haven, with hands-on activities that are guaranteed to create unforgettable experiences.

Classes & Tours in Santa Barbara



Apples to Zucchini Cooking School

Apples to Zucchini Cooking School offers hands-on cooking classes for all ages and skill levels, featuring seasonal, local ingredients from the Central Coast. Join a public class to learn new techniques and connect with fellow food lovers, or book…


Beth McDonald Psychic & Astrologer

Beth McDonald is a rare talent in the field of psychic services, distinguishing herself as one of the few American psychics specializing in business, legal, and political issues. Her expertise has garnered applause from a diverse clientele,…


Santa Barbara Museum of Art

Celebrate 5,000 years of human history and creativity on a visit to the Santa Barbara Museum of Art (SBMA). First opened in 1941, the Museum is located in the heart of downtown in a stately building that was once the Santa Barbara Post Office.…



Santa Barbara County Courthouse

For a firsthand look at one of the country’s most beautiful public buildings, look no further than the Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Designed in the Spanish-Colonial style and completed in 1929, the fully operational Courthouse is an…


Santa Barbara Ghost Tours

Santa Barbara Ghost Tours offers a variety of exciting, informative and entertaining ghost tours in some of the beautiful neighborhoods in Santa Barbara. We offer a variety of ghost tours for our guests to enjoy. View our website for wine tasting…


Additional Experiences


Red Tile Walking Tour

For a picture-perfect view of Santa Barbara’s quintessential Spanish architecture, take a self-guided stroll on the Red Tile Walking Tour.
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Top 10 Must-See Murals in Santa Barbara

While Santa Barbara is known for its natural landscapes and Spanish-style charm, it’s also a vibrant hub for public art.
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