Santa Barbara's #1 Rated E-Bike Experience

Explore the American Riviera by E-Bike

Guided tours and rentals from the Funk Zone. Locally owned. 500+ five-⁠star reviews. Lowest prices guaranteed.

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Google ★★★★★ 5.0 (500+) | TripAdvisor ★★★★★ 5.0 (110+) | Yelp ★★★★★ 5.0 (20+)

Reviews

What Our Riders Say

“Best bike tour money can buy. Really good quality e bikes in brand new condition. Mike was fantastic and incredibly knowledgeable about all the best spots/views/history in the area. Free ice cream to top off the tour - cant beat it. Would recommend 11/10!”
Paul Balding · Google
“Mike provided an outstanding and unique tour experience full of stories you won't hear anywhere else because he's a Santa Barbara native. Great quality bikes and he is very attentive to safety. Don't miss it!”
LK Fitzpatrick · Google
“We throughly enjoyed the tour. Mike was engaging and fun.. yes, and his jokes too! The route was beautiful, interesting and informative. The bikes were well maintained and worked perfectly. We would definitely recommend his tours. Next time we will do the taco tour!”
Jerry Warren · Google
“This tour clinched it for me that an e-bike tour will always need to be a part of any trip to a new town. My guide Mike, is a local who made the experience fun and informative, and was also warm and friendly in his delivery… I would 100% do this tour again and recommend it to anyone.”
Rebecca_G · TripAdvisor
“This was an absolutely incredible way to see Santa Barbara. Our tour guide was informative and funny and managed to keep two teenagers engaged the entire time. Would highly recommend!”
Rebecca_T · TripAdvisor
“Our guide Mike was very knowledgeable and friendly. He grew up in Santa Barbara so he knew the area well, and the bikes we used were clean and in very good condition. Doing this tour early in your visit is recommended.”
Traveler · TripAdvisor
“My husband and I took an outstanding three hour bike tour with Mike. We had never ridden electric bikes before, but Mike had bikes all set up for us when we arrived… It was a great way to spend the morning. We highly recommend riding with Mike – or renting a bike from his shop.”
Marie K. · Yelp
“Wow, what a great experience! Wonderful customer service with so many amazing suggestions where to stop and take a photo. Landmarks and beach views forever… Affordable as well. This business is highly suggested!”
Patricia U. · Yelp
“Mike was exceptional from everything to general questions, explaining the operation of the bikes to recommendations and directions around town… Every time my wife and I come to Santa Barbara, we always rent from Mike. We would highly recommend American Riviera Bike Rentals.”
Vince R. · Yelp

★★★★★ 500+ Reviews

Mike Knows Santa Barbara Like Nobody Else

After years in the corporate world, Mike traded the corner office for a corner of the Funk Zone and two wheels. Now he spends every day doing what he loves most — sharing the hidden Santa Barbara that tourists never find on their own.

Every guided tour is private (just your group) and led personally by Mike. He'll take you past the Moreton Bay Fig Tree, through Butterfly Beach in Montecito, up to the Mission, and to his favorite local taco spots — all on premium e-bikes that make the hills feel flat.

This isn't a franchise. There's no call center. When you call (805) 622-7766, Mike picks up.

As featured in the Santa Barbara Independent: “Mike on a Bike”

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Guided E-Bike Tours

Our Guided Tours

Our friendly tour guides are locals with deep knowledge and fun facts about Santa Barbara’s past and present.

The Private Guided E-Bike Tour
2.5 Hours · Private (Just Your Group)
12 iconic stops including the Mission, Butterfly Beach, Stearns Wharf, and the largest fig tree in America. Your guide handles the route — you handle the memories.
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E-Bike · Helmet · Water · Local Guide
$90 / person

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Only in Santa Barbara The Guided Taco Tour
1.5 Hours · Starts 12:30 PM
The only taco-by-bike tour in Santa Barbara. Ride to 3 of Mike's favorite taquerias. Includes a free beer or soda at one stop. Zero competition. 100% delicious.
E-Bike · Helmet · Local Guide · Drink
$80 / person

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Your Guided Tour Includes

e-Bike
Helmet
Water
Local, knowledgeable guide

Tours begin at 10 AM and 2 PM at our Funk Zone location. Free cancellation with 24 hours notice.

On the City Tour

The Sights You’ll See

Bird Refuge and ride by the Zoo
Butterfly Beach and the town of Montecito
Beach bike path along Cabrillo Boulevard
Stearns Wharf & Dolphin Fountain
Harbor lookout
Largest Fig Tree in the USA
The “Funk Zone”
Downtown State Street promenade
Courthouse with views from the clock tower
Downtown parks
Santa Barbara Mission
Historic Arlington & Granada Theatres

E-Bike & Bike Rentals

Bike Rental Pricing

Hourly and daily rentals for both E-Bikes and regular bikes. Guaranteed lowest prices in town — or we’ll beat it by 10%.

Rental Duration E-Bike Regular Bike

1 Hour $18 $9

2 Hours $35 $18

3 Hours $52 $23

4 Hours $65 $30

All Day $70 $33

2 Days $130 $44

3 Days $170 $55

4 Days $210 $65

5 Days $240 $75

6 Days $250 $85

7 Days $260 $95

More than 7 Days Call for pricing —

* Price guarantee is for advertised similar bike type (e.g. ebike cruiser) and durations we offer, in Santa Barbara city limits.

Our Bikes

Our Full Fleet — Reserve Any Ride

Cruiser e-Bike
From $18/hr · $70/day

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Low-Step Cruiser e-Bike
From $18/hr · $70/day

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Low-Step e-Bike
From $18/hr · $70/day

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Cargo e-Bike to Carry Kids
From $18/hr · $70/day

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Electric Scooter
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City Bike (3-Speed)
From $9/hr · $33/day

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Cruiser (Non-⁠Electric)
From $9/hr · $33/day

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Hybrid / City (Non-⁠Electric)
From $9/hr · $33/day

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Free Route Guide

Don't Want a Guide? Ride Solo.

Download our recommended 12-mile self-guided route through Santa Barbara's most stunning coastal and historic landmarks. Starts right from our Funk Zone shop.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Not at all. If you can ride a regular bike, you can ride an e-bike. The pedal-assist makes hills feel flat, and we give every rider a short orientation before any tour or rental, so first-timers feel confident within minutes of rolling out.
No. California requires no license, registration, or insurance for Class 1 e-bikes like ours. If you can ride a regular bike, you can ride one of ours. We give every rider a quick orientation before heading out, so beginners feel comfortable right away.
Kids ride free in the seat of our cargo e-bike, so families can tour together. For solo riders we'll fit you properly and make sure you're comfortable before heading out. Call us at (805) 622-7766 with any questions about younger riders or group bookings.
Yes. Our Aventon Abound cargo e-bike carries two kids or one small adult on the back, so the whole family rides together. We also stock low-step and smaller-frame bikes for shorter riders, and helmets are included free for every rider, kids included.
E-bike rentals start at $18 per hour or $70 for a full day; regular bikes are $9 per hour or $33 a day, and multi-day rates lower the daily price. Every rental includes a helmet, lock, water, and map — and we guarantee the lowest price in town.
Walk-ins are welcome when bikes are available, but reserving ahead guarantees your bike and tour time, especially on weekends and holidays. Book online anytime or call Mike at (805) 622-7766. Cancellation is free with 24 hours' notice, so there's no risk in booking early.
The Private Guided City Tour runs about 2.5 hours at a relaxed pace and visits roughly a dozen top sights — the Santa Barbara Mission, Butterfly Beach, Stearns Wharf, the courthouse, and the largest fig tree in America. It's private to your group and led personally by Mike.
Yes. Class 1 e-bikes like ours are permitted on the Cabrillo Bike Path, the scenic oceanfront route that starts just minutes from our Funk Zone shop. It's the easiest, most beautiful way to ride the waterfront past the harbor, Stearns Wharf, and East Beach.

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Find Us in the Funk Zone

American Riviera Bike Tours and Rentals
122 Gray Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Phone: (805) 622-7766

Directions from Stearns Wharf: Walk up State Street 2 blocks, right on Yanonali Street, right on Gray Avenue. 3-minute walk. Free public parking nearby.