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Public Cruises

Quick Details

  • SCHEDULE: Public cruises are available on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays & Mondays. Private charters are available 7 days a week.
  • Duration: 25 minutes EACH way
  • One Way Trips: Each trip is ONE WAY. Tickets may be purchased online, at our Kiosk (for Stearns Wharf Departures), or on Lil’ Toot (for Harbor Departures). We accept debit or credits cards only, no cash.
  • Harbor Departure Times: 11:45am, 12:45pm, 1:45pm, 1:45pm, 2:45pm, 3:45* *last trip of the day from Harbor side
  • Stearns Wharf Departure Times: 12:15pm, 1:15pm, 2:15pm, 3:15pm, 4:15* *last trip of the day from Wharf side, no return trip available
  • Drinks & Snacks: Enjoy a beer, wine or Capri Sun as well as chips, snacks and candy. We accept debit & credit only, no cash.
  • Accessibility: Unfortunately, our boats do not accommodate wheelchairs or mobility assistance devices. Due to the various levels with ramps, steps, and thresholds it may be unsuitable for some people with atypical mobility. With loading and unloading passengers from an open ocean pier (Stearns Wharf), we are unable to board passengers that have an injury and require assistance from others or special equipment. This is for their safety and the safety of others.
  • Pets: are not allowed onboard (including emotional support animals)
  • Cancellation Policy: Refunds are available for cancellations that are made up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure time (subject to -10% cancellation fee, online booking fees are not returned). Refunds are not available for cancellations made less than 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. There are no refunds or rebooking for late arrival/no-show, including unused tickets.
  • Group Reservation: call (805) 330-2211 to chat about private charter options
Lil' Toot Ticket - Adult One Way - Ages 13+
$10
Lil' Toot Ticket - Child One Way - Ages 0-12
$5

Lil’ Toot, Santa Barbara’s Original Waterfront Taxi.

Providing 25-minute narrated public boat rides between the Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf every hour.

With seating up to 19 passengers per the USCG requirements, our Santa Barbara water taxi rides and harbor tours are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Experience the two exciting sides of the Santa Barbara Waterfront: From Santa Barbara Harbor to Stearns Wharf, we take you for souvenir shopping, the Sea Center, wharf fishing area, and delicious dining at the Shellfish Company, Longboard’s, and Moby Dick Restaurant. There’s always something happening at Stearns Wharf! From the Wharf to the Santa Barbara Harbor, we take you to the must-see destination featuring the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum. Check out the world-class restaurants offering the freshest seafood available – like Brophy Brothers and Santa Barbara Fish Market. You can also enjoy the incredible scenery by strolling out on the breakwater and taking in a magnificent sunset.

Lil’ Toot offers a first-rate experience and tour of the Santa Barbara waterfront. Our captain and crew will fill the cruise with interesting facts and tidbits about local harbor history, celebrity-owned yachts, wildlife, and more!

With a smile on its bow and bubbles rising from its smokestack, the Lil’ Toot is a Santa Barbara tradition that has delighted over 850,000 guests since 2003.

Lil’ Toot also offers private parties, corporate events, and kids’ birthday parties. You could even get married on the Lil’ Toot by an ordained captain! More information below!

Lil’ Toot’s schedule is weather dependent. Please check this page and our social media for updates. Feel free to call anytime if you have questions or need additional information (805) 330-2211