Art Spot on Wheels: Painting in the Vineyard
Santa Ynez
805-325-8092
www.artspotonwheels.com
If you are staying in wine country ... or live here ... why not invite us out to your vacation rental property to paint the view from there? We'd love to set up a private event for you at your location to commemorate the visit or a special occasion. Visit our private events page for more information and pricing.
Los Padres National Forest
Make a full day out of it on ATVs
Nojoqui Falls Park
3250 Alisal Rd. Goleta
805-568-2460
countyofsb.org/parks/day-use/nojoqui-falls.sbc
Nojoqui Falls Parks is located just off Highway 101 north of the Gaviota Tunnel between Santa Barbara and Buellton. In addition to picnic tables and playing fields, the park offers a short hike to an eighty-foot waterfall. This two-thirds of a mile round trip trail ascends 175 feet up a shaded canyon to the enchanting Nojoqui Falls.
Ostrich Land
610 E. Hwy 246 Solvang
805-686-9696
ostrichlandusa.com
These classes are designed for kids ages 8-13 (but feel free to reach out to us if your child falls outside of that range and you think they’d be a good fit).
PCPA Pacific Conservatory Theatre
420 2nd Street Solvang
805-922-8313
pcpa.org
For 54 years, PCPA has been presenting exemplary theatre and providing excellent training with a resident company of theatre professionals. From its beginnings in the fall of 1964 and first summer season in 1965, founder Donovan Marley laid the ground work for a year-round professional theatre company in Santa Maria. And, in 1974 the community of Solvang built the Solvang Festival Theater to enable PCPA's professional productions to be performed under the stars all summer.
Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden
151 Sycamore Drive, Buellton
santaynezvalleybotanicgarden.com
The Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden is dedicated to bringing beauty, serenity and the joys of the physical environment to the community in which we live in ways that encourage appreciation and educations in the arts, a deeper understanding of the order of the natural world and the significance of nature in our lives.
Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum & Carriage House
3596 Sagunto Street, Santa Ynez
805-688-7889
santaynezmuseum.org
The Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and
Parks-Janeway Carriage House celebrate the rich history of the Santa Ynez Valley, its pioneering settlers and the five early townships that formed the foundation of this unique region.
Seein’ Spots Farm
2599 Baseline Avenue, Solvang
805-688-2275
seeinspotsfarm.com
We are a small family farm located in the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley. Our gates are usually open on Saturday from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. We are available everyday by appointment, please call
Solvang Trolley & Carriage
1618 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang
805-794-8958
solvangtrolley.com
Horse-drawn carriage guided tours, wine-tasting tour, and private carriage services in downtown Solvang.
Space VR
320 Alisal Road, #104, Solvang
805-325-9769
spacevrsolvang.com
Do you remember seeing the mind-bending futuristic Avatar ans Star Trek that put people into virtual reality? Well the future has arrived! Find yourself inside hundreds of games, adventures and experiences. Fly a plane, trek through a jungle while hunting dinosaurs, lead an army into battle in single and mutliplayer encounters, solve a noir mystery, kill zombies, be weightless in space, or scare yourself silly in a terrifying horror story!
Sunny Fields Park
Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang
805-688-7529
cityofsolvang.com/Facilities/Facility/Details/Sunny-Fields-Park-8
Recreation area with a unique themed wooden playground, water mister & BBQ pit with a rotating spit.
The Ultimate Escape Rooms
485 Alisal #120, Solvang
805-474-4208
theultimateescaperooms.com
The Ultimate Escape Rooms are a fun, physical, adventurous way to challenge your mind. Each room has a different theme. There are up to eight people in each room; when the door locks (always one door unlocked) you have 60 minutes to solve a series of puzzles using the elements of the room.
Wheel Fun Rentals
475 1st Street, Solvang
805-688-0091
wheelfunrentals.com
Intrepid adventurers can rent a range of bikes, including Surreys or hybrid bikes. Once you’ve selected your rental cycle, cruise around the village or tour the wine country. Whether you are a local or visiting for the first time, don’t miss this unique way to explore Solvang!
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ART GALLERIES
Elverhoj Museum of History & Art
1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang
805-686-1211
elverhoj.org
The Elverhoj Museum is the former residence of one of Solvang’s most artistic families, which is now a community museum devoted to the history of Solvang, the Danish-American pioneer spirit, the colorful heritage of Denmark, and the arts.
Gallery Los Olivos
2920 Grand Ave., Los Olivos
805-688-7517
gallerylosolivos.com
Gallery Los Olivos is the largest art gallery in Santa Ynez Valley featuring fine art in all painting mediums, sculpture, ceramics, photography, and jewelry. The Gallery has been located in the quaint town of Los Olivos for almost 25 successful years. We have over 47 local artists exhibiting their creative talents. Gallery Los Olivos is artist owned and operated by its juried members.
Pavlov Art Gallery
1608 Cophenhagen Dr., Ste C., Solvang
805-686-1080
pavlovgallery.com
Since 2007, we have been offering a beautiful and vivid selection of artwork by owner and artist, Chris Pavlov. With our recent votes as "Best Art Gallery" by the Santa Ynez Valley Journal and Easy Street Guides, the gallery brings a refreshing and contemporary perspective to the Santa Ynez Valley and the art world. The unique ideas that come to fruition on Pavlov's canvases are heavily influenced by his interest in psychology and philosophy.
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NIGHTLIFE
Fitzpatrick’s Tavern
490 1st St., Solvang
805-688-5500
fitzpatricktavern.com
Having been a part of the Solvang community for five years, they’ve established ourselves as the place to go for warm hospitality, a cold pint, and heart, upscale Irish fare.
High Roller Tiki Lounge
433 Alisal Rd., Solvang
805-691-9224
highrollertiki.com
Step into paradise and relax in their Tiki Lounge. We feature delicious wine cocktails inspired by classic and not-so-classic tiki drinks, local and not-so-local boutique wine and craft beer. The vibe is serene with exotica music, dim lighting and plenty of cozy seating situations for a relaxing, chill time.
Maverick Saloon
3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez
805-686-4785
mavericksaloon.com
One of the last, original California saloons. Head over for a beer, live music, and country line dancing.