Absolutely wonderful experience, safe, informative, wonderful staff, punctual, clean and…read morebreathtaking views! A must see/do!!!

Captain Kirk and the crew made us feel welcome, safe and thoroughly entertained on our cruise. We…read morewished it was longer! We can't wait to come back and experience a sunset cruise. We saw dolphins and sea lions too! The drinks and services were fantastic.

Great experience. We were a couple minutes late and they were really nice about it. It was hard for…read moreus to get down to the boat as my dad has a walker, so we had to figure that out. Not their fault at all, just harbor logistics However, it all worked out perfectly. The boat only holds six, but it holds six plus the driver more than comfortably. There was room for our bags, some food, my dads walker and tons of leg room. This business owns three boats including Lil Toot and Whisper. We went on Whisper the elctric boat. We went around the harbor and had a nice and smooth drive, great weather, and the driver was very patient and friendly with my 88-year-old dad. It was an hour tour, and he let my daughter play her spotify playlist and we paid about $190 through a 3rd party company. I would definitely recommend them!

Cheap, fun, and easy - Lil' toot is a fun way to get across from the harbor to the Stearns wharf (…read moreor vice versa) and get a taste of being out on the water with minimal time or monetary commitment. The views are nice and it is a short and slow ride through the harbor. The captain and first mate are friendly and knowledgeable about the many delicious restaurants and businesses in the area. I had a blast! After we exited at the wharf, we walked back and it wasn't bad. We parked in the Harbor and used paid parking ($3.50/ car)bc all the 90 min free spots were taken. Maybe for an earlier departure you could grab a better spot.

Great experience! Wish they served food on the boat (or snacks)! We saw a bunch of whales, otters &…read morebirds worth every penny & Captain Adam was stellar. No weird bumps and vibes were great. Will recommend to anyone who's ok with water and doesn't get seasick.

Fantastic! We saw 2 pods of Orcas swimming together. There were between 6-10 of them. It was…read moreincredible. I'd never seen a whale in the ocean before. My son and I had such an incredible experience. I recommend this particular tour boat because there is only room for 6 passengers so nobody missed out on the view!

Danny went above and beyond in helping us w/ our booking…read more Maddy was very knowledgeable about the history of SB, great restaurants & happy hours to enjoy & fun things to do. The driver was a boss on the streets & the water. Very enjoyable!

This is the best well-rounded tour of Santa Barbara! You will be taken through the town AND out on…read morethe Pacific Ocean! I was searching for something to do since we had nothing planned. I found this tour online. It's called Land Shark Tour. They still had reservations available, so I booked it. The tickets were $45 each adult plus a $10 Convenience (Service) Fee. TIP: To assure a seat on a specific tour, book online. If you want to take your chances, you can wait as standby and will need to pay using CASH. The meetup spot is on E. Cabrillo Blvd., just West of Stearns Wharf.Look for a sign indicating where we meet up for the tour. There are no actual reserved seats. You choose as you board. People with reservations are boarded first followed by the standby people. I asked Captain Mike which side was the better one for viewing and was told, "The inside". LOL Now that I've taken the tour, I would say the driver's side is slightly better. My most favorite part of the tour was when the road vehicle turned into a watercraft! We went by the seals & birds on the dock and buoy. We saw Lil Toot taxiing passengers across the way. I might take that next time. It also provides a narrated tour. Our captain got us around without a hitch. The tour guide was the star of the show, she was so awesome! Maddy is very knowledgeable about the area and shared about the history. She also has a great delivery of fun facts! Her voice is used for various promotion bits for Santa Barbara. At the end of the tour, she played "Happy Birthday" on her trombone! Nicely talented! When in Santa Barbara, take this tour! Just do it!!

It's always a nice little break whenever we're down here. Slightly different from State Street in a…read moresense as you're away from the crowds but it's a different kind of crowd here. You have the waterfront and beach. Right when you drive in, there's parking on both side. The lot out front is a paid lot which I believe is 3.00 per hours. If you continue to drive through, there's a lot there that's free I believe. It's a hit or miss in that one as it tends to get utilized first. Along the waterfront are some restaurants which I highly do recommend Brophy's Bro and the Santa Barbara Fish Market. If you love seafood, this is your place. Pretty much everything is near each other so you don't have to walk far. Liquor store, realtor, public restrooms, shop, and a few other businesses. But if you continue walking on the path along the water, it leads you out to the walkway and jetty. It's a beautiful strip so it's definitely worth checking out. At the end of the path, you're literally right across the pier. A small beach depending on the time with the tide. Regardless if you're there for the beach, harbor, a meal or just taking it in. This place is quite nice. Nothing crazy but a nice views of boats and the waterfront. The path along the front will lead you to and from downtown. If you like a nice walk, that'll be pretty or a nice bike ride. Regardless where you're at, it's a nice place to just take it in.

Loved visiting and taking in the beauty of this place!…read more Beautiful harbor to walk around. Many boats, signs with some history on the local history/fishing, and a few small business nearby if you want to enjoy a meal out too. Walk to the end of the wharf for the best views. 90 min parking for free. Otherwise, it's about $4 an hour.

Our bachlorette party had a wonderful sunset cruise aboard the sunset kid! The team made sure that…read morewe had the best sunset views and was very accommodating. They even had blankets for us when it got a bit chilly. We would love to sail with them again!

Our family had a beautiful day with Captain Dennis and Nick. We chartered this boat to honor our…read moreparents wishes to scatter their ashes together at sea where they met. They made it very easy to schedule and communicate with which made our experience memorable Thank you both from the bottom of our hearts.

Our staff embarked on a Harbor Cruise and can't wait to do it again. One crew member in particular…read morewent out of his way to make us comfortable and kept our glasses full and his name is Danny Smith. He just did a superb job of making the cruise beyond fun! We saw barking sea lions (or are they seals?!) on the buoys. It was smooth sailing the whole way...I hear catamarans are like that. The breeze kept us cool. The music was perfect. Up beat. Could sing along (or not!) If you have an Axxess book it is 2-4-1 making it $12.50/person plus tip! Treat yo'self! You won't be sorry! Ask for Danny...he loves his job.

The Sunset cruise was amazing!! The crew had everything so nice and it was so smooth, clear and…read morebeautiful. What a perfect adventure.

Island Cats are awesome! Had a great experience taking my family out for a sunset outing on their…read more30' motor catamaran. The boat was extremely clean and well taken care of. We enjoyed stunning views of Santa Barbara and enjoyed a meal we brought along with us. If you are interested in diving, fishing, or even just a scenic outing. Island Cats are a fantastic operation. Captain Ian was extremely professional and made us feel safe and secure on the water. I would recommend Island Cats to anyone wanting to explore the waters of Santa Barbara!

My friend and I used a SB Sailing house credit from 6 years ago... long story, for a Sunset…read moreCatamaran Sailing Cruise. We called to confirm the credit was still being honored, they were very accommodating. We reserved a space for 2 on a Wednesday for the Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise at 6:00PM. There's a meeting spot at the SB Sailing office at the SB Habor. Paid parking is available. We were able to walk from our hotel to the meeting location. Our sail was practically a private sail. There were about maybe the most 14 people, which was so nice. The crew was a Captain and his Assistant, both were very nice Unfortunate Mother Nature did not provide any wind that evening so the Captain had to use engine power that whole evening (it was a very tame ride). The sunset was beautiful glad we did it and it wasn't crowded. I think it worth doing once. Helpful hints: We went May 6th, I wore pants and a long sleeve shirt plus wore a light weight padded jacket and I was fine. It was cold and quit a few of the other passenger were freezing. The sail boat does supply blankets and 2 restroom and drinks and snacks purchase.

Unmaintained noisy boat, our food spoiled because Refrigerator system does not work, heads have a…read morestrong unpleasant odor, vessel poorly maintained, relentless banging, clanging, made for no sleep, provisioning for a 6 person charter included 4 forks. Told by the owner, Skip Abed, that our coolers worked fine and because we didn't come back from the islands early to complain and waste our one week vacation, we do not get any compensation. Unacceptable situation. Charters beware this boat has serious issues that will negatively impact your trip.

This was a decent ride around a small part of the city. My driver was Joe. He seemed knowledgeable…read moreabout the history and landmarks. We stopped at a church to take pics and had sufficient time to snap other photos along the tour. This was especially perfect for a warm, sunny day.

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour (Booked via Viator.com)…read more We booked this tour through Viator for $28 per person (non-refundable), and I have to say -- it's an affordable, worthwhile way to see Santa Barbara and Montecito if you're short on time. The tour runs about an hour and a half, narrated the whole way through. Our guide, Rusty, was excellent -- knowledgeable, engaging, and easy to listen to. He mixed history with fun local details, pointing out landmarks, residents, and even a few celebrity homes. His energy kept the ride interesting from start to finish. Pro tip: Seating is a bit of a luck-of-the-draw situation. There are about four or five seats where the window is completely down -- perfect for pictures. Otherwise, most windows stay up and only open a crack for air. If photos are important to you, get in line early so you can grab those open-window spots. It's two people per bench. The rest stop was at the historic Santa Barbara Mission. We had about 15 minutes to use the restrooms, pop into the gift shop, and take pictures of the Mission's beautiful exterior. (The church wasn't open during our visit, but it often is, so worth checking next time.) Along the way, Rusty also pointed out some things I never would've noticed -- like enormous fig trees scattered around town, a fossil of a blue whale, and even a giraffe peeking its head out near the zoo! The Spanish-style architecture throughout Santa Barbara was another highlight, and being able to see so much in a short span of time made this tour feel really efficient. Meeting & Drop-off Spot: The Garden Street Visitor Center (close to the Carousel House). For brand-new visitors or anyone with limited time, this is a perfect introduction to Santa Barbara. Big kudos to Rusty for making it such an engaging ride.