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Santa Barbara Audio Tour: Legends, Landmarks & Theatres Unveiled

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A Spanish clocktower slices through Santa Barbara’s blue sky, hiding secrets older than California itself. Behind the beauty of sunlit archways and tiled halls, power struggles and whispered scandals echo through the city’s heart. This self-guided audio tour pulls you off the sun-drenched main streets and into hidden courtyards and stone-walled strongholds. Discover stories the guidebooks barely mention and stand where the past refuses to stay buried. Why did a courthouse trial shake the entire town in one afternoon? Who vanished behind the walls of the Presidio without a trace? Which Arlington Theatre seat is forever marked by an infamous onstage collapse? Roam from palm-lined plazas to shadowed fortresses. Trace the footsteps of rebels, dreamers, and those who crossed dangerous lines. Each turn reveals drama, intrigue, and Santa Barbara as you’ve never seen it. Unlock the city’s best-kept secrets. Press play and step into the story.

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About this tour

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    Duration 40–60 minsGo at your own pace
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    3.1 km walking routeFollow the guided path
  • headphones
    Audio guide1+ languages available
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    Works offlineDownload once, use anywhere
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    Lifetime accessReplay anytime, forever
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    Starts at Faith Mission (Santa Barbara, California)

Stops on this tour

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Faith Mission (Santa Barbara, California)Historic church in California, United Statesheadphones 02:55
Virginia Hotel (Santa Barbara, California)
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Virginia Hotel (Santa Barbara, California)United States historic placeheadphones 02:15
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Arlington Hotel (Santa Barbara, California)Historic hotel in Santa Barbara, Californiaheadphones 03:10
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Plaza de la Guerraheadphones 01:29
Casa de la Guerra
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Casa de la GuerraHistoric house in California, United Statesheadphones 01:32
Lobero Theatre
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Lobero Theatreheadphones 01:33

Frequently asked questions

How do I start the tour?

After purchase, download the AudaTours app and enter your redemption code. The tour will be ready to start immediately — just tap play and follow the GPS-guided route.

Do I need internet during the tour?

No! Download the tour before you start and enjoy it fully offline. Only the chat feature requires internet. We recommend downloading on WiFi to save mobile data.

Is this a guided group tour?

No — this is a self-guided audio tour. You explore independently at your own pace, with audio narration playing through your phone. No tour guide, no group, no schedule.

How long does the tour take?

Most tours take 60–90 minutes to complete, but you control the pace entirely. Pause, skip stops, or take breaks whenever you want.

What if I can't finish the tour today?

No problem! Tours have lifetime access. Pause and resume whenever you like — tomorrow, next week, or next year. Your progress is saved.

What languages are available?

All tours are available in 50+ languages. Select your preferred language when redeeming your code. Note: language cannot be changed after tour generation.

Where do I access the tour after purchase?

Download the free AudaTours app from the App Store or Google Play. Enter your redemption code (sent via email) and the tour will appear in your library, ready to download and start.

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