Location: Solvang
Top Things to do in Solvang
9 Sights & Landmarks in Solvang That You Shouldn't Miss
Solvang (/ˈsɒlvæŋ/; Danish: [ˈsoːlvɑŋˀ]; Danish for 'sunny field') is a city in Santa Barbara County, California. It is located in the Santa Ynez Valley. The population was 5,245 at the 2010 census, down from 5,332 at the 2000 census. Solvang was incorporated as a city on May 1, 1985.
Restaurants in Solvang
1. Flag Is Up Farms
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By Billd90 - Saint Louis, United States
I was on a company incentive trip and this was listed as one of the options for an excursion. I always like to pick things that I normally wouldn't pay for if I was on vacation and this was a place I would have put in that category. The bus ride was about an hour from Santa Barbara which was a beautiful ride. When you pull into the facility you're pulling right into wash the barns and the horses and the round pens. Basically what you would consider a large but typical kind of horse farm. This farm is owned by Monty Roberts who has been training horses for a long long time. What he does is train unbroke horses to be able to have a rider get on within a very short amount of time by using techniques that make the horse trust what you're doing. Today we were there the owner of a horse was there at the facility videotaping the process. Within 22 minutes he had one of his writers on that horse without a single buck. The owner of the horse was nearly in tears. This visit wasn't about him training a horse, it was about life in general and how getting people to perform at their highest level without forcing anything out of them. This really was a life lesson not a horse lesson. After this was over he allowed us up to his house where they had cooked an unbelievable lunch for us and set in his backyard overlooking the entire valley and his ranch. The entire experience was unbelievable and something I will never forget and I would encourage anyone to see what it's like.
2. Old Mission Santa Ines
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 520 reviews
Reviewed By CleopatraBunny - Flagstaff, United States
This active Catholic Church has a well-curated collection of old mission tools, vestments, furnishings and other items from the 1800s mission life. Cemetery has over 1000 people buried here but most graves are not marked. What’s worthwhile is the self-guided audio tour. You push little buttons on the wall in seven areas to hear the history and backstory on each room and the church itself. Plenty of free parking and charming gift shop staff.
3. Seein' Spots Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Another great farm to stop at while touring the Santa Ynez Valley...home to miniature donkeys.
Reviewed By mintchip17 - Beverly Hills, United States
This was truly the highlight of my weekend in Los Olivos! It's a wonderful little farm/animal rescue sanctuary that has a charming variety of animals - mini donkeys, sheep, goats, a turkey, chickens, a tortoise...I could go on. I am absolutely obsessed with a 2 week old baby donkey that I bonded with - he is insanely adorable, so sweet and if I could have taken him home to Los Angeles I would have! We enjoyed speaking with the owner who gave us the back stories on some of their animals. If you love interacting with animals, this is a must visit sanctuary. There's no charge but you can make a donation so please consider doing the same to help them care for all these little creatures. We visited during their open Saturday hours but check in advance as it's mostly by appointment.
4. Bethania Lutheran Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By WHS-Eagle - Prescott, United States
The church is designed to resemble a small rural Danish village church. The wood carvings, originally intended for a church in Denmark, are worth the visit. Traditions, for example, the ship hanging from the ceiling, are explained.
5. Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By mini - Fremont, United States
While we were in Solvang, we visited the Visitor center. its in the heart of the downtown area. There is a walking map of Solvang, plus brochures for Solvang and the surroundung area. The staff is very helpful.The visitor center was welcoming with its decor and holiday decorations.
6. Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By Mzprx64 - Los Angeles, United States
This is a beautifully set tasting place. Enjoyed pleasant afternoon with a bottle of cabernet. Took a bottle for home. Wines are very good and reasonable priced. Good selection. Personnel are very helpful and friendly. Will be back again soon. Strongly recommended.
7. Quicksilver Ranch
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 143 reviews
Reviewed By colleenc967
Easy to find. It was just a short ride out of Solvang. Miniature ponies grazing, some close enough to pet.
8. Morrell Nut and Berry Farm
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
9. GateWay Church
TAGS
