Walk through Santa Barbara's lively downtown to sample craft beers at three unique breweries. Learn brewing secrets and savor local flavors in the FUNK ZONE.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels comfortable with moderate city walking.
Wildlife
History
The Funk Zone evolved from industrial warehouses into a creative district over the past 20 years, now a key cultural hub for Santa Barbara.
Conservation
Local breweries prioritize sustainable practices like water conservation and using locally sourced ingredients to support the coastal ecosystem.
Totally Cali Tours
Walk through Santa Barbara's lively downtown to sample craft beers at three unique breweries. Learn brewing secrets and savor local flavors in the FUNK ZONE.
Totally Cali Tours is a Santa Barbara-based tour operator specializing in guided walking experiences that showcase the region’s wine, beer, food, and cultural history. Operating in downtown Santa Barbara, the Funk Zone, and the waterfront, Totally Cali Tours offers a variety of tasting-focused itineraries ranging from 2.5 to 4 hours. Tours include wine and chocolate pairings, craft brewery visits, cocktail tastings, ice cream or chocolate treats, and sustainable food samplings that highlight local producers. Signature experiences include the Sustainable Sips and City Bites Walking Tour, the Bubble Trail Walking Tour, and the Authentic Funk Zone Wine Tour, alongside tasting-focused city, history, and brewery itineraries. Guides provide local context about Santa Barbara’s architecture, murals, and winemaking traditions while leading guests to boutique wineries, breweries, and tasting rooms. The company’s offerings emphasize walkable routes through compact neighborhoods and accessible meeting points in central Santa Barbara. Many tours pair tastings with historical highlights such as waterfront vistas and architectural landmarks, and some include specialty samples like olive oil or artisanal chocolate. Durations vary by tour, from shorter 2.5-hour neighborhood experiences to longer 4-hour city explorations.
Booking details, meeting locations, and specific tasting partners are available on the company listing and tour descriptions online today.
Location
Santa Barbara, CA
Central coastal meeting points
Tour Durations
2.5–4 hrs
Short, walkable experiences
Featured On
The Adventure Collective
Curated travel listing
Tours Offered
9 distinct tours
Wine, beer, cocktails, chocolate
Secure a spot on a Funk Zone, downtown, or waterfront walking tour for wine, beer, cocktails, and local food tastings.
Stay hydrated between tastings
Pace yourself and drink water alongside beer to stay refreshed throughout the walking tour.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Expect city streets and some uneven pavement during this moderate walking route.
Bring ID for age verification
Be prepared to show valid identification as all tastings require participants to be 21 or older.
Book tours in advance
Tours can fill quickly during weekends and festivals, so reserve your spot early.
Comfortable walking shoes
Essential for navigating urban streets and brewery interiors with ease.
Light jacket or sweater
Spring evenings can be cool along the coast; bring a layer for warmth.
spring
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated, especially in warmer months during tastings.
summer
ID and wallet
Required for age verification and purchase of additional food or drink.