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Pacific Coast Highway Tour: Santa Barbara to Santa Monica
About The Tour
Enjoying cruising along the Pacific Coast Highway as we enjoy the glamor and beaches of Malibu and Santa Barbara. Historic piers, fun hikes, and plenty of beach time await on this scenic and storied drive.
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Hike Point Dume for ocean views, cliffs, and seasonal whale watching.
• Relax at Leo Carrillo Beach with tide pools, caves, and a sandy shore.
• Stroll Stearns Wharf for shops, seafood, and views over the ocean.
• Explore Carpinteria for a relaxed beach town vibe and calm shoreline.
• Visit El Matador Beach for sea stacks, cliffs, and stunning sunset views.
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Hike Point Dume for ocean views, cliffs, and seasonal whale watching.
• Relax at Leo Carrillo Beach with tide pools, caves, and a sandy shore.
• Stroll Stearns Wharf for shops, seafood, and views over the ocean.
• Explore Carpinteria for a relaxed beach town vibe and calm shoreline.
• Visit El Matador Beach for sea stacks, cliffs, and stunning sunset views.
About the tour
Enjoying cruising along the Pacific Coast Highway as we enjoy the glamor and beaches of Malibu and Santa Barbara. Historic piers, fun hikes, and plenty of beach time await on this scenic and storied drive.
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Hike Point Dume for ocean views, cliffs, and seasonal whale watching.
• Relax at Leo Carrillo Beach with tide pools, caves, and a sandy shore.
• Stroll Stearns Wharf for shops, seafood, and views over the ocean.
• Explore Carpinteria for a relaxed beach town vibe and calm shoreline.
• Visit El Matador Beach for sea stacks, cliffs, and stunning sunset views.
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Hike Point Dume for ocean views, cliffs, and seasonal whale watching.
• Relax at Leo Carrillo Beach with tide pools, caves, and a sandy shore.
• Stroll Stearns Wharf for shops, seafood, and views over the ocean.
• Explore Carpinteria for a relaxed beach town vibe and calm shoreline.
• Visit El Matador Beach for sea stacks, cliffs, and stunning sunset views.
STARTING POINTS
- Santa Barbara (South-bound)
- Santa Monica (North-bound)
RECOMMENDED START TIME: Before 9:00 a.m.
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Pacific Coast Highway Tour: Santa Barbara to Santa Monica Map
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Pacific Coast Highway Tour: Santa Barbara to Santa Monica Stops
Things to do on the Tour Include:
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Malibu Lagoon State Beach
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Solstice Canyon Trailhead
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Escondido Falls Trailhead
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Point Dume
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Westward Beach
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El Matador State Beach
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Leo Carrillo State Beach
Meet the Creators
Andrew Shults
Narrator
I’ll be your guide on this tour. Press play to hear a sneak peek of the stories waiting for you as you browse.
Creators behind the Pacific Coast Highway Tour: Santa Barbara to Santa Monica
Andrew Shults
Narrator
I’ll be your guide on this tour. Press play to hear a sneak peek of the stories waiting for you as you browse.
Rayne Warne
Writer & Managing Editor
Favorite Quote:
"Stories are machines inhabited by a god." - Bonnie Friedman
Matt Caracciolo
Writer & Editor
Favorite Quote:
"All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us." --J.R.R. Tolkien
Myra Morehart
Producer
Favorite Quote:
"The man who's too afraid to die is too afraid to live." - Clark Gable as Gay Langland in The Misfits.
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Pacific Coast Highway Tour: Santa Barbara to Santa Monica
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Pacific Coast Highway Tour: Santa Barbara to Santa Monica FAQS
Information
- Caltrans Road Conditions (Highway 1 / PCH)
- Los Angeles Emergency Alerts (Malibu / Santa Monica)
- Santa Barbara County Emergency Info
Conditions can change fast. Please check these links for closures, alerts, and local conditions before your trip. Stay informed so you can ensure a smooth ride.
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions:
- GPS-triggered audio with automatic playback
- Built-in turn-by-turn route guidance
- Offline access after download
- Self-paced experience with no fixed start time
- Pause, rewind, or replay anytime
- Storytelling based on firsthand travel and research
- Lifetime access after purchase
Exclusions:
- Private transportation (use your own or rental vehicle)
- Attraction admission or park entrance fees
- Parking fees
Tour FAQs
1. Where does this Pacific Coast Highway: Santa Barbara to Santa Monica Tour go?
This tour has 14 stops. Check out the itinerary here for a complete list of stops, and if you’re looking for more information to help plan your trip, Here’s What You Need To Know Before You Go!
2. What should I pack for this Pacific Coast Highway: Santa Barbara to Santa Monica Tour?
Swimsuit
Water shoes or flip flops
Canteen/refillable water bottle
Hiking shoes and clothes
Sunscreen
Hat
First Aid Kit
Phone charger/mount
Water shoes or flip flops
Canteen/refillable water bottle
Hiking shoes and clothes
Sunscreen
Hat
First Aid Kit
Phone charger/mount
3. What should I budget for this Pacific Coast Highway: Santa Barbara to Santa Monica Tour?
How much you spend truly depends on what you do along the tour route:
If you pay at one state park, you can display your pay stub on your dash and park at other state parks for free the same day.
Malibu Lagoon State Beach
All day – $12.00 per car, per day
3 hrs – $9.00 per car
2 hrs – $6.00 per car
1 hr – $3.00 per car
El Matador State Beach
Parking $8
Leo Carrillo State Beach
All day – $12.00 per car, per day
3 hrs – $9.00 per car
2 hrs – $6.00 per car
1 hr – $3.00 per car
Carpinteria State Beach
$10 in the beach lot, but free street parking in town
Malibu Pier
Parking $15 (or park on the road for free, or at Malibu Lagoon SP for less)
Adamson House (Malibu Lagoon State Beach)
$7 adults, $2 ages 6-17
Escondido Falls: $12 parking
Point Dume/Westward Beach
Free street parking up on Point Dume in the very small lot
Westward Beach
All day – $12.00 per car, per day
3 hrs – $9.00 per car
2 hrs – $6.00 per car
1 hr – $3.00 per car
Stearns Wharf: Free parking for 90 minutes, after which it’s $2.50/hour
If you pay at one state park, you can display your pay stub on your dash and park at other state parks for free the same day.
Malibu Lagoon State Beach
All day – $12.00 per car, per day
3 hrs – $9.00 per car
2 hrs – $6.00 per car
1 hr – $3.00 per car
El Matador State Beach
Parking $8
Leo Carrillo State Beach
All day – $12.00 per car, per day
3 hrs – $9.00 per car
2 hrs – $6.00 per car
1 hr – $3.00 per car
Carpinteria State Beach
$10 in the beach lot, but free street parking in town
Malibu Pier
Parking $15 (or park on the road for free, or at Malibu Lagoon SP for less)
Adamson House (Malibu Lagoon State Beach)
$7 adults, $2 ages 6-17
Escondido Falls: $12 parking
Point Dume/Westward Beach
Free street parking up on Point Dume in the very small lot
Westward Beach
All day – $12.00 per car, per day
3 hrs – $9.00 per car
2 hrs – $6.00 per car
1 hr – $3.00 per car
Stearns Wharf: Free parking for 90 minutes, after which it’s $2.50/hour
4. What are the park hours for this Pacific Coast Highway: Santa Barbara to Santa Monica Tour?
Malibu Pier
7am-9pm daily
Bait and tackle shop open 8am-8pm
Adamson House (Malibu Lagoon State Beach)
open Wed-Sat 11am-2pm,
last tour beginning at 2pm
Solstice Canyon: Open dawn to dusk
Escondido Falls: Open dawn to dusk
Neptune’s Net
March to October
10:30am-8pm Mon-Thurs
10:30am-9pm Fri
10:30am-8:30pm Sat & Sun
October to March
10:30am-7pm Mon-Thurs
10:30am-8pm Fri
10:00am-7pm Sat & Sun
Carpinteria Bluffs Nature Preserve: Open dawn to dusk
Stearns Wharf: Open 24/7, but business hours vary
7am-9pm daily
Bait and tackle shop open 8am-8pm
Adamson House (Malibu Lagoon State Beach)
open Wed-Sat 11am-2pm,
last tour beginning at 2pm
Solstice Canyon: Open dawn to dusk
Escondido Falls: Open dawn to dusk
Neptune’s Net
March to October
10:30am-8pm Mon-Thurs
10:30am-9pm Fri
10:30am-8:30pm Sat & Sun
October to March
10:30am-7pm Mon-Thurs
10:30am-8pm Fri
10:00am-7pm Sat & Sun
Carpinteria Bluffs Nature Preserve: Open dawn to dusk
Stearns Wharf: Open 24/7, but business hours vary
5. Can I join this Pacific Coast Highway: Santa Barbara to Santa Monica Tour along the route?
Yes, you can join along the route.
6. Can I take this Pacific Coast Highway: Santa Barbara to Santa Monica Tour in the opposite direction?
Yes, the Pacific Coast Highway: Santa Barbara to Santa Monica Tour goes north to south and vice versa.
7. Other Questions? Contact us!
Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here’s how it works:
GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
The app works offline so even with spotty service we’ll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let’s explore together.
GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
The app works offline so even with spotty service we’ll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let’s explore together.