
SB Ghost Tour "Invisible Becomes Visible!"- Children FREE
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 93 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is SB Ghost Tour "Invisible Becomes Visible!"- Children FREE worth booking?
SB Ghost Tour "Invisible Becomes Visible!"- Children FREE is a 1-hour experience in Santa Barbara, United States, from $25 per person. It scores 81 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 93 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 81 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (93)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $25 per person
Welcome to the Original first Ghost Tour in Santa Barbara - Enchantment awaits you. SBGT includes tales of history and mystery curated/collected from research done by Professor Julie Ann Brown. Approximately, 10 traditional and current "happy ghost sighting stories" will be told to you along with photos and videos of some of our favorite ghosts caught by guests and locals on past SBGT tours. Owner often upon your request will extend the tour by an additional 15 minutes or more!
What you get
About this experience
Welcome to the Original first Ghost Tour in Santa Barbara - Enchantment awaits you. SBGT includes tales of history and mystery curated/collected from research done by Professor Julie Ann Brown. Approximately, 10 traditional and current "happy ghost sighting stories" will be told to you along with photos and videos of some of our favorite ghosts caught by guests and locals on past SBGT tours. Owner often upon your request will extend the tour by an additional 15 minutes or more!
What's included
Included
- Experienced guide
What you'll see and do
El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park
El Cuartel and the Chapel
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Santa Barbara
We meet on the steps of the downtown post office.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We meet on the steps of the downtown post office.
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 Ghost Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Stay home if you are sick
- Please keep your distance and remain 6 feet apart at all times
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 92 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
10 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
92 verified traveler reviews for SB Ghost Tour "Invisible Becomes Visible!"- Children FREE. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A perfect tour fornour first evening
Fantastic ghost tour. Julie is exceptionally knowledgeable & we learnt a lot not only about the friendly ghosts but also Santa Barbara history. A thoroughly enjoyable way to spend our first evening & highly recommended.
Response from the operator: Thank you for the time and graciousness in writing such a lovely review. I am extremely grateful as I know my guests are often busy with all their great adventures ahead on holiday and do not have the time to do this. Again, my sincere appreciation. Julie
via Tripadvisor
A guide for history lovers
Love Julie shes so informative knows her history if you love history
Response from the operator: AWWW...I love you, too! Thank you for bringing joy by being on my tour! Come back for a free tour and bring a friend on me, too!
via Tripadvisor
Enjoyable Friendly Ghost Tour!
Julie was a great Ghost Tour guide. She has lots of experience leading Ghost Tours & extremely knowledgeable about the history of Santa Barbara & shares many, many experiences of friendly ghosts in downtown Santa Barbara. It was enjoyable to see several areas of downtown Santa Barbara that you probably have never seen before on your own. A wonderful evening & easy walking tour. Very enjoyable!
Response from the operator: One of my favorite groups ever! Thank you guys for bringing the "celebration" enchantment to our tour! See you back soon!
via Tripadvisor
My wife and I had such a...
My wife and I had such a great time on this tour! We had the greatest host, Julie. She was really kind and knowledgeable. Mixed ghost stories with local history. Loved every second of it! I would DEFINITELY recommend to anyone interested in the supernatural/history.
Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to write a review. I know how busy life is and I appreciate it for my heart. The two of you were absolutely special and it was great that you were surprising your wife with a special night for your anniversary. Thank you for the joy you brought and a happy visiting ghosts of Santa Barbara. I’m sure are still smiling as you got to learn their stories Julie
via Viator
Amazing ghost tour
Julie was a sensitive and intuitive guide. We learned much about the history of Santa Barbara and many colorful people during their life and after. She has a way of drawing you into the time and place as she tells each story.
Response from the operator: Thank you both for being amazing guests! Your generosity in taking time to write a lovely review is appreciated in great measure! Thank you for attending "the City of Friendly Visiting Ghosts!'
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 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
- 33
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Santa Barbara Ghost Tours, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 75.8.
See everything Santa Barbara Ghost Tours runsWhy this scores 81
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SB Ghost Tour "Invisible Becomes Visible!"- Children FREE: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Santa Barbara.
How much does SB Ghost Tour "Invisible Becomes Visible!"- Children FREE cost?
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Prices start at $25 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 SB Ghost Tour "Invisible Becomes Visible!"- Children FREE take?
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Plan for about 1 hour 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 SB Ghost Tour "Invisible Becomes Visible!"- Children FREE worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 81 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 93 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Santa Barbara, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule SB Ghost Tour "Invisible Becomes Visible!"- Children FREE?
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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 SB Ghost Tour "Invisible Becomes Visible!"- Children FREE suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book SB Ghost Tour "Invisible Becomes Visible!"- Children FREE?
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Around 33 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 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does SB Ghost Tour "Invisible Becomes Visible!"- Children FREE 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.
What is included in SB Ghost Tour "Invisible Becomes Visible!"- Children FREE?
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Included: Experienced guide. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for SB Ghost Tour "Invisible Becomes Visible!"- Children FREE?
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We meet on the steps of the downtown post office. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is SB Ghost Tour "Invisible Becomes Visible!"- Children FREE offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for SB Ghost Tour "Invisible Becomes Visible!"- Children FREE?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is SB Ghost Tour "Invisible Becomes Visible!"- Children FREE wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to SB Ghost Tour "Invisible Becomes Visible!"- Children FREE if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Santa Barbara. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about SB Ghost Tour "Invisible Becomes Visible!"- Children FREE?
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Across 93 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, photo opportunities. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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