Tours are an ideal way for anyone to learn more about a new city without resorting to drastic measures such as running for mayor. Get acquainted with Santa Barbara the easy way with today's Groupon: for $19, you get two adult day passes for a narrated trolley tour from Santa Barbara Trolley (up to a $38 value).

Trolley's pick up passengers at the top of every hour. Check the schedule for pickup and drop-off times.

Santa Barbara Trolley's fleet of fire-engine-red and gold coaches amble through the city's history, picturesque sights, and classic Spanish architecture during a narrated jaunt that illuminates 14 of Santa Barbara's historic attractions. During the 90-minute trolley tour, riders soak in the sun or collect free UV rays in mason jars through the windows of the vintage-inspired trolleys. Guides pilot vehicles past some of the city's crowning architectural achievements, such as the Santa Barbara Zoo, the bustling Santa Barbara harbor, and the Old Mission founded in 1786, regaling riders with anecdotes, facts that throw light on the historical significance of each landmark, and the names of each palm tree. Guests can hold tight for the entire 90 minutes, or hop on and off at their leisure to explore the zoo, tuck into a meal, or stroke imaginary handlebar mustaches at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum at a discounted rate (included in the day pass).