Santa Barbara Audio Tour: Science, Sea, and Stories at UCSB
Salt air twists through palm trees as waves collide with the secrets of Santa Barbara. Every sunny vista hides stories of rivalry rebellion and creative awakening waiting for those willing to listen. This self-guided audio tour invites you to move beyond the postcard. Trace pathways from Goleta Beach’s hidden skirmishes to the echoing halls of the UCSB Library and beneath the chimes of Storke Tower. Find the stories most travelers never hear. What ancient rivalry once made Goleta Beach a hush-hush battleground? Who risked everything for knowledge at UCSB during a forgotten campus rebellion? Why does Storke Tower’s clock sometimes seem to run wild on fog-bound nights? Feel curiosity tug with each step as waves and wind carry whispers from the past. Explore Santa Barbara’s energetic blend of sunlit beauty and untold turmoil glimpsed in the corners you never noticed. Begin your discovery. Follow the salt air and see the real Santa Barbara unfold.
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About this tour
- scheduleDuration 30–50 minsGo at your own pace
- straighten3.4 km walking routeFollow the guided path
- headphonesAudio guide1+ languages available
- wifi_offWorks offlineDownload once, use anywhere
- all_inclusiveLifetime accessReplay anytime, forever
- location_onStarts at Goleta Beach
Stops on this tour
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.
If you don't enjoy the tour, we'll refund your purchase. Contact us at [email protected]
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