
Funk Zone Wine and Food Walking Tour
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September 2026
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Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Funk Zone Wine and Food Walking Tour worth booking?
Funk Zone Wine and Food Walking Tour is a 3-hour experience in Santa Barbara, United States, from $145 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (4)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $145 per person
Explore Santa Barbara's vibrant Funk Zone through an engaging walking tour that combines curated wine tastings and delightful small bites. With pre-arranged visits to two boutique tasting rooms, guests enjoy guided wine
What you get
About this experience
Explore Santa Barbara's vibrant Funk Zone through an engaging walking tour that combines curated wine tastings and delightful small bites. With pre-arranged visits to two boutique tasting rooms, guests enjoy guided wine flights while learning about unique varietals and the winemaking process. This tour merges local flavors and art, ensuring a rich cultural experience in Santa Barbara's buzzing food and tasting district. Ideal for couples, friends, and locals, this afternoon adventure invites you to sip, stroll, and savor without the need for transportation. After the tour, unwind at nearby restaurants with insider recommendations from your knowledgeable guide. - Curated wine tastings at two local Funk Zone tasting rooms - Enjoy small bites featuring local culinary flavors - Knowledgeable guide provides insider tips for dining and exploring - Tour duration is 3 hours, from 2 PM to 5 PM, daily
What's included
Included
- All reservations handled in advance
- Historical insights and cultural storytelling
- Alcoholic beverages
- Snacks
- Knowledgeable local walking guide
Not included
- Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)
- Additional wine purchases beyond the included tastings
- Gratuity for the guide
What you'll see and do
Funk Zone
Located just east of State Street near the waterfront, Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone is a vibrant neighborhood known for its converted warehouse spaces, boutique wine tasting rooms, art galleries, street murals, and locally owned restaurants. Once the city’s industrial and marine district, the area has evolved into a creative hub that blends historic warehouse architecture with contemporary wine culture, public art, and culinary experiences. The Funk Zone is within walking distance of Stearns Wharf, the beach, and downtown Santa Barbara.
180 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Santa Barbara
Dolphin Fountain at the Base of Stearn's Wharf
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Dolphin Fountain at the Base of Stearn's Wharf
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Santa Barbara Wine Country Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
1 mentionTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Small groups
1 mentionThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Funk Zone Wine and Food Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wine tasting in the Funk zone
Lisa was a very personable guide. Great wine stops (and food… especially the chocolate she had). So good I went back and bought a bottle from Skyenna the next day!
via Viator
Request Johnny
Johnny was superb taking us through this tour! He’ll take you to the advertised locations plus some hidden gems. He made the three parties in our tour feel like one small group by the end.
via Tripadvisor
Drunk but happy
Johnny was great. He was knowledgeable talkative and friendly. I would do other tours with him again. Unfortunately, there is very little food so we got quite loaded unintentionally. That was fun but be prepared to not eat much. A piece of chocolate at location one, cheese and crackers at stop 2, and then nothing at stop 3.
via Viator
Charming tour
Lisa took us to a wine tasting that was relaxed and very informative. She is also very interesting with lots of stories!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 60
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Funk Zone Wine and Food Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Santa Barbara.
How much does Funk Zone Wine and Food Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $145 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Santa Barbara usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Funk Zone Wine and Food Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Santa Barbara is not rushed.
Is Funk Zone Wine and Food Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Santa Barbara, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Funk Zone Wine and Food Walking Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Funk Zone Wine and Food Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Funk Zone Wine and Food Walking Tour?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Santa Barbara can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Santa Barbara and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Funk Zone Wine and Food Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Santa Barbara within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Santa Barbara?
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Santa Barbara runs wine tours into the Santa Ynez Valley, harbour sailing and whale watching, Channel Islands day trips, and Spanish colonial walking tours through the Presidio and Mission. Tasting-room access and group size make the biggest difference in wine tours here. On Outty we rank every Santa Barbara experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Santa Barbara Electric Bike Tour, Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide, Small-Group Wine Tour in Santa Barbara to Exclusive Vineyards. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Santa Barbara?
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March to June and September to November, dodging the May and June marine layer. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Santa Barbara?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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