Saturday, May 10

Abalone Farm Walking Tour

ALL AGES

Experience the wonder of sustainable seafood, nature and science at this iconic California landmark!

By The Cultured Abalone Farm

Select date and time

Saturday, May 10 · 10 - 11:30am PDT

Location

The Cultured Abalone Farm

9580 South Dos Pueblos Canyon Road Goleta, CA 93117

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 3 days before event

Agenda

Learn about the dynamic land use history of Dos Pueblos Ranch

Visit the largest abalone hatchery in California

Observe and hold red abalone throughout a variety of life stages

Explore the process of purple sea urchin ranching

Sample our cultured red seaweeds

Take a "shelfie" with our broodstock abalone

Visit our tour store to buy live seafood and abalone merchandise

About this event

Free venue parking

Get an insider’s look at our vibrant working farm and the processes that produce sustainable seafood. Located just 20 minutes north of Santa Barbara, our farm is nestled between the beautiful Gaviota Coast and Santa Ynez mountains. Tours are presented in partnership with Dos Pueblos Institute.

Tours are offered every Saturday and do sell out in advance. The dates shown above are the next available dates. Hope to see you at the farm soon!

Things to know before your tour:

Be sure to purchase your ticket ahead of time. Tours are limited to 15 people and do sell out.
Per Santa Barbara County, all tour attendees need a ticket to attend the tour. This includes infants and young children.
Arrive 15 minutes early to complete our liability waiver and check in. The tour will start right on time. Arrivals after tour start time will not be accommodated or refunded.
Tours are held rain or shine. Be sure to dress for the weather!
Wear closed-toed walking shoes that can get dirty.
Please bring a hat, sunscreen, and water bottle.
Google/Apple Maps do NOT provide accurate directions to our farm. Be sure to follow the directions sent to you via email and keep an eye out for our blue signs.
Ticket refunds/changes must be requested by 4 PM on the Wednesday before your tour. Refunds/changes requested after this time can not be accommodated.

Buy fresh, live seafood direct from the source!

Our abalone, purple hotchi, and red seaweed are available for purchase from our Farm Shop at the close of your tour. Be sure to bring a cooler with ice to safely transport your live seafood.

Frequently asked questions

Will I be able to hold and touch the abalone and sea urchins?

Yes! This is a hands-on experience where you'll have the opportunity to hold a variety of organisms.

Is there parking?

Yes! Once your ticket is confirmed, you will receive an email with directions and parking information.

If it's raining is the tour canceled?

Our tours are held rain or shine! But if for some reason we need to cancel the tour for safety reasons, we will send you an email.

Do you offer discounts?

We offer discounts for individuals who work in the agriculture, aquaculture, or aquarium industry. If you would like to use these discounts, email tours@culturedabalone.com with the date you wish to tour.

Organized by

The Cultured Abalone Farm

We have recently opened our doors to welcome foodies, guests, and families for tours of our farm! Come get a behind-the-scenes look at our dynamic operation and the processes that produce sustainable seafood, from spawning to harvest. Guests also learn about our collaborations with leading scientific institutions, and have the opportunity to purchase fresh abalone, sea urchin, and seaweed directly from the source.