Santa Barbara Zoo Tours

Santa Barbara Zoo
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When you've spent some time at this wildlife attraction in Santa Barbara Beach, why not check out Santa Barbara County Courthouse, Mission Santa Barbara, and Presidio Santa Barbara? They're close to Santa Barbara Zoo and also a hit with many tourists.

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Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

3.5 out of 5
Santa Barbara Beach
per person
Jul 11 - Jul 14
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
The room was very small and had no place to store our “stuff.” Only one suitcase stand was offered. We had to lay our bag out on the floor. The staff was always cheerful and accommodating.

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2025

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn

2 out of 5
Santa Barbara Beach
per person
Jul 11 - Jul 14
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
Fresh pastries for breakfast.

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2025

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
Laguna
Save 100% on your flight
per person
Jul 11 - Jul 14
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (284 reviews)
This place was amazing!! I cannot wait to stay at Pali Santa Barbara. VIP or upgrade wasnt needed, the hotel was awesome in itself.

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2025

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Tours & day trips

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Los Angeles Day Trip to Santa Barbara via Oxnard-Amtrak Coast Starlight

Los Angeles Day Trip to Santa Barbara via Oxnard-Amtrak Coast Starlight

Activity duration is 10 hours and 55 minutes
4.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $194 per adult
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History & culture

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Los Angeles Day Trip to Santa Barbara via Oxnard-Amtrak Coast Starlight

Los Angeles Day Trip to Santa Barbara via Oxnard-Amtrak Coast Starlight

Activity duration is 10 hours and 55 minutes
4.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $194 per adult
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Water activities

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Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $55 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is $28 per adult
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Reviews of Santa Barbara Zoo

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
191
5 - Excellent 62%
4 - Good
80
4 - Good 26%
3 - Okay
28
3 - Okay 9%
2 - Disappointing
3
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
5
1 - Terrible 2%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Prepare to walk a lot. Spring for feeding the giraffes and train ride. It's worth it.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful place, its a must

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

The zoo is not well cared for the enclosures are very small. There were several animals under veterinary care. Not happy at all.

4/5 - Good

Rue

Small zoo but overall love taking me kids here.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

This is a small zoo with great ocean views that you can tour in two hours. You can even see the ocean from certain parts of the zoo.

5/5 - Excellent

KellyWexler

Clean and enjoyable zoo. You can purchase lettuce to feed the giraffes, which the kids love.

Popular places to visit

East Beach

East Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at East Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the biking trails.

East Beach
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

5/5(5 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center during your travels in Santa Barbara. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center
Great Zin

Stearns Wharf

4.5/5(925 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as biking in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Stearns Wharf
Butterfly Beach

Butterfly Beach

4.5/5(40 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Butterfly Beach
Moreton Bay Fig Tree

Moreton Bay Fig Tree

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Moreton Bay Fig Tree and also enjoy the biking trails in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Moreton Bay Fig Tree

Municipal Tennis Center

You can take time to visit Municipal Tennis Center during your travels to Santa Barbara. Make time for the shops and biking trails in this walkable area.

Municipal Tennis Center

Best Lodging Options Near Santa Barbara Zoo

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2 out of 5
443 Corona Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4 out of 5
1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Inn
4 out of 5
901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
Santa Barbara Inn
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
The Inn at East Beach
The Inn at East Beach
2.5 out of 5
1029 Orilla Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA
The Inn at East Beach
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3 out of 5
433 Corona Del Mar Drive, Santa Barbara, CA
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4 out of 5
421 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, CA
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Inn By The Harbor
Inn By The Harbor
3.5 out of 5
433 W Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA
Inn By The Harbor
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