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Santa Barbara Funk Zone Food and Photo Tour

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Experience the vibrant and funky side of Santa Barbara on the Santa Barbara Funk Zone Food and Photo Tour. This 3-hour walking tour will take you through the hip neighborhood of Funk Zone, where you'll indulge in the city's renowned fresh seafood, gastropub creations, Mexican food, artisan beer, and locally grown wines. Along the way, your expert tour guide will share fascinating stories about each location, immersing you in the local culture. But that's not all - you'll also learn valuable tips on capturing mouthwatering food photos using just your smartphone. With the guidance of your pro tour guide, you'll be capturing stunning shots and eating like a local in no time. Don't miss your chance to explore Santa Barbara's delicious side and take your food photography skills to the next level.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 3 hours
  • Suitable for 2-6 Participants
  • Small Group Tour, Private Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Taste the best of Santa Barbara's local cuisine
  • Immerse yourself in the vibrant Funk Zone neighborhood
  • Learn photo tips to capture stunning food pictures
  • Enjoy a variety of food and drink tastings
  • Experience the local culture through interesting stories
  • Local guide
  • Wine tasting
  • Beverages
  • Food tasting
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions

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Introduction

Welcome to the Santa Barbara Funk Zone Food and Photo Tour! Get ready to explore and indulge in the vibrant food scene of Santa Barbara's hippest neighborhood, the Funk Zone. This unique tour not only allows you to savor the flavors of the city's renowned seafood, gastropub creations, Mexican delicacies, artisan beer, and locally grown wines, but also provides an opportunity to enhance your food photography skills. Immerse yourself in the local culture as you stroll through the charming streets and hear captivating stories about each place you visit.

What to Expect?

During the Santa Barbara Funk Zone Food and Photo Tour, you can anticipate a delightful culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds. With each stop, you'll be treated to delectable bites from various local eateries and learn about the unique flavors that make Santa Barbara's food scene so special. As you savor these mouthwatering dishes, your experienced tour guide will share simple yet effective photo tips, allowing you to capture stunning images of your culinary adventures using just your smartphone's camera app. By the end of the 3-hour tour, you'll not only have satisfied your appetite but also acquired valuable food photography skills.

Who is This For?

This tour is perfect for food enthusiasts, photography lovers, and anyone who wants to experience the vibrant local culture of Santa Barbara. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or new to exploring different cuisines, this tour offers something for everyone. It's a fantastic opportunity to discover hidden culinary gems and learn insider tips on food photography. All you need is an appetite for great food and a desire to capture beautiful memories through your lens.

Why Book This?

The Santa Barbara Funk Zone Food and Photo Tour stands out from other food tours because it combines two passions: food and photography. Not only will you indulge in a variety of mouthwatering dishes, but you'll also gain valuable skills to enhance your food photography. Imagine capturing Instagram-worthy shots of delectable dishes and stunning food presentations. The tour's knowledgeable guides will provide insider information and engaging stories about the Funk Zone, ensuring an immersive and memorable experience. This tour is your ticket to becoming a local foodie and a pro at food photography, all in one captivating adventure.

Good to Know

Please note that while the tour offers a diverse range of culinary experiences, shellfish allergies, vegan, and celiac restrictions cannot be accommodated at this time. However, the tour only includes one shellfish/seafood tasting. It is recommended to bring your smartphone with a fully charged battery to make the most of the photography tips provided by your guide.

Reviews

Customers who have experienced the Santa Barbara Funk Zone Food and Photo Tour rave about the unique combination of delicious food and photography guidance. They highlight the knowledgeable and friendly guides who go above and beyond to ensure an enjoyable experience. Many reviewers mention how the tour opened their eyes to the vibrant local culture and introduced them to hidden culinary gems. The fusion of food and photography creates a truly unforgettable adventure, leaving participants with a newfound appreciation for both. Overall, customers express their satisfaction with the tour, recommending it to anyone looking for a delightful and educational food and photography experience in Santa Barbara.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

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.

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Reviews

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ThomasD827

This was one of the best tours I have ever been on. I still use the “training” for taking pictures of food that I learned on the tour.

lpgarvin

The food & drinks on this tour were fabulous - especially at We Want the Funk! Dillon as our guide was friendly and knowledgeable. A great way to try some different foods and learn more about beautiful Santa Barbara!

Jason Wesley C

Camilla was a great tour guide. She took my girlfriend and I to parts of Santa Barbara we had no idea existed. She has a robust knowledge of the history of the Funk Zone. We went to a balanced array of places and Camilla ensured we did not wait or lose time. She even proactively cleaned tables, when needed, to save time. It was my girlfriend’s birthday and she had a great time. We definitely would recommend. They even accommodated our preference of no pork.

JustANomadTraveler

A must-do! A great way to kick off a trip to Santa Barbara! Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly and we had a great time eating our way around the the funk zone and taking pictures along the way. Definitely go on an empty stomach because we were in a food coma afterwards! Our guide gave recommendations for eating and drinking through out Santa Barbara, which we took and were not disappointed. Can’t recommend enough.

Kristen_K

Nadia was awesome!! Super knowledgeable. Great tour!! Great food! Lots of different stops and food to try.

Jenny_E

The tour guide was lots of fun! She immediately got people in the group talking with each other. In addition, she made sure that people with food allergies were able to eat. I highly recommend this tour!

Geri_R

We had so much fun and our guide, Christina was fantastic! The funk zone was so cool and we definitely would not have found some of these great spots!

Michaelshoney

Good- 1)excellent food choices 2)good variety of food 3)always gave water out at each stop where it was available (it was very hot that day) 4)Good information given about places and Santa Barbara in general, especially the Funk Zone which we had never really knew about 5)lots of stops and extra food from places we couldn’t go to (chocolate and popcorn!) 6)We had one 21+ and one non alcoholic tour. I loved that for the non-alcoholic I was given lemonade at 2 stops. Thanks! 6)Very nice tour guides Other- 1)New person with an accent so sometimes it was hard to understand (and she talked a little soft at times) 2)during pizza and ice cream even though she got the napkins she did not pass out the napkins. I had to get up and go over to get some during pizza and even that didn’t clue her in to passing out the napkins to others or putting them in the center of the table, the others had to get them themselves. I understand that it involves her touching the napkins but she already touched them to get them. 3)first stop I don’t think was enough time, at wine tasting stop at valley winery I thought it was too long, the others seem to be a good enough time 4)this tour was billed as Eat This Shoot That and we were going to learn picture taking tips. We only did 2 tips throughout our 3 hours. It seems if that is going to be in your title we should have had many more tips (though the tips she shared were good) Overall this excursion was good, but just not 5 stars.

InHouseCounsel

This was my second time for the Santa Barbara Funk Zone Food and Photo Tour. I enjoyed it so much several years ago when I was in the area by myself for work, that I signed up again with my wife when we had a vacation in the area last week. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience- it is a great way to get some exercise walking around while learning about the history and culture in the Funk Zone. The guide was knowledgeable and made sure we all had fun. There was plenty of food, including wine, beer, and spirit tastings, and we enjoyed getting to know fellow travelers during the tour.

Thomas_D

This was with no doubt the bast food tour we have ever done, Christine was great and the food/area was amazing.
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