Santa Barbara Funk Zone Food and Photo Tour

Overview

Eat your way through the Funk Zone - Santa Barbara's hip, new 'hood - while learning about local culture and how to take great food photos.

This food & photo tour starts on lower State Street and will walk you through the Funk Zone neighborhood where you will taste what Santa Barbara is known for with bites of fresh seafood, gastropub creations, Mexican food, artisan beer, and locally grown wines several different locations. Along the way, you’ll get immersed in the local culture and hear interesting stories about each place you’ll visit.

You’ll also learn easy-to-shoot photo tips from your pro tour guide and take your food photo skills to the next level using your smartphone’s camera app. By the end of your 3 hour tour, you’ll be eating like a local and shooting like a pro!
(Please note: we cannot accommodate shellfish allergies, vegan or celiac restrictions at this time. However, we only have one shellfish/seafood tasting on the tour.)

City: Santa Barbara

Thu 26 Dec

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Starting at $135.00

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Thu 26 Dec

Starting at $135.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Local guide

Wine tasting

Beverages

Food tasting

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Infant meals not included
Minimum drinking age is 21 years
Not recommended for vegan or celiac dietary restrictions. Shellfish allergies cannot be accommodated, but will only miss out partially on one tasting.
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
We are still adhering to all current guidelines for Santa Barbara County. Please do a quick online search for "mask mandate Santa Barbara County" so you can stay in-the-know for your trip! We will also be updating all our guests on any COVID guideline changes as is needed.

What To Expect

Funk Zone

Begin your 3-hour Santa Barbara walking food tour at a central location in the Funk Zone, located near lower State Street. This region once housing warehouses and scuba shops — now revitalized into a bustling neighborhood of hip eateries, wine-tasting rooms, and artist studios — is where you’ll meet your guide for an afternoon food tasting and photo tour. Set out on foot at a moderate pace as your guide shares insights into Santa Barbara’s history and burgeoning art culture. Keep your smartphone ready so you can practice the helpful photo tips your guide offers along the way. You'll have many opportunities to take food photos and colorful portraits in the lively Funk Zone. Along the way, your guide stops for food & drink tastings (all included) at restaurants, a wine bar/bakery, & one microbrewery. Learn how to properly position your food for the best photos as you sample local fare. After your tour you can continue to explore and capture this fun & funky neighborhood on your own.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (93)

LoloBearEvents

Jan 2019

Best idea ever! I had a very short time to put together a small, but fun and creative weekend for a President's Club Incentive getaway. "Visit Santa Barbara" recommended the "Funk Zone Food and Photo Tour." Tara was unbelievably helpful, accommodating and responsive. I had no idea what to expect, but was not disappointed in any way, shape or form when we met up with our tour guide Melissa and her sidekick Heather. From amazing food and beverage tastings, that were carefully cultivated, to a historic tour of the Santa Barbara Funk Zone.. and they gave us fabulous tips on how to photograph food and beverages for social media. A "Tasty" Time was had by all.

Response from Host

Feb 2019

Wow! Thanks so much for this review, LoloBearEvents! So glad you had a great time with us. It was our pleasure to host your group :)

vmleoni

Dec 2018

Melissa was a great hostess for our tour, where we learned great tips for taking good photos and discovered the wonderful Funk Zone. It's a perfect way to spend a Santa Barbara afternoon, and you'll discover great places you'll want to revisit for amazing food and Funk Zone fun. Highly recommend!

Response from Host

Dec 2018

Thanks for the review! So glad you enjoyed your time with Melissa (she's so great!). Hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Santa Barbara and we hope to see you on our other tours soon!

Edlynn

Nov 2018

Andrew was a fantastic guide. Super knowledgeable about the history and current info on the Funk Zone, easy to hear and follow. We learned lots, tasted lots, and leave with discounts available for return visits to the tasting locations. And the food was delicious! Make sure you don’t eat ahead of time. Learned some cool phone photo tips and got to practice.

Response from Host

Dec 2018

Thanks for the review! And thanks for adding the great tip about coming hungry ;)