Holiday Harbor Cruise Aboard Lil' Toot
Passengers board the festively decorated Lil’ Toot for a scenic round-trip cruise through the harbor. The crew shares insights into local history and marine life alongside holiday cheer. Refreshments including beer, wine, soda, water, and snacks are available for purchase during the ride.
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Plan Your Visit
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Tickets
Adults ages 18+: $28; children ages 0-17: $28.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Waterfront
Food & Drink
Beer, wine, soda, water, and snacks are available for purchase onboard; credit and debit cards are accepted, but cash is not.
Accessibility
The boat does not accommodate wheelchairs or mobility assistance devices and has ramps, steps, and thresholds.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Board at 113 Harbor Way in front of the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum; the cruise returns to the harbor and does not stop at Stearns Wharf.
- Bring a credit or debit card for onboard purchases; cash is not accepted, and outside alcohol is prohibited.
- Plan for ramps, steps, and thresholds: the boat cannot accommodate wheelchairs or mobility assistance devices and may not suit atypical mobility.
- Treat tickets as nonrefundable; if plans change, arrange a direct transfer by calling the operator.
- Keep weather in mind: if unsafe seas, bad weather, or other unforeseen circumstances force cancellation, the operator issues a full refund including booking fees.
Special Events & Promotions
- Private holiday harbor tour charters for groups of up to 19 passengers, booked separately
Links & Contact
Run by Celebration Cruises
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does the cruise pick up at Stearns Wharf?
No. Holiday Harbor Cruises are round trips from 113 Harbor Way, in front of the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, and they don't stop at Stearns Wharf.
Can I get drinks and snacks on board?
Yes. Beer, wine, soda, water and snacks are sold on board. It's credit or debit card only, no cash, and outside alcohol isn't allowed.
Is the boat wheelchair accessible?
No. The boat can't take wheelchairs or mobility devices. Its ramps, steps and thresholds between levels may also be hard for people with limited mobility.
What if I can't make my sailing?
Tickets can't be cancelled or refunded, but you can transfer them by calling. If Lil' Toot cancels for rough seas, bad weather or other unforeseen reasons, you get a full refund, booking fees included.
Can we book the boat for our own group?
Yes. Private holiday harbor charters are available for groups of up to 19 passengers.
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