Children's Activities


Cachuma Lake Nature Center

HC 59, State Highway 154, Santa Barbara

805-693-0691

countyofsb.org/parks/cachumacenter.sbc

 

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.

 

Enjoy The Mountain

1 Garden Street, Santa Barbara 

844-386-6691

enjoythemountain.com


Experience the excitement, fun and beauty of the mountains surrounding Santa Barbara in Los Padres National Forest and make a full day out of it on ATVs.

 

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 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.

 

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.

 

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 multiplayer 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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CHILDCARE

Beach Baby Nannies

Santa Barbara County

805-637-2634

beachbabynannies.com


Beach Baby Nannies LLC is the leading household staffing agency in Santa Barbara. We are a full-service household staffing agency, dedicated to matching your family to the very best in the business. We secure personalized placements by carefully listening to and addressing both the needs of the family and the nanny for long-term success. We offer engaging, savvy, educated after-school nannies; playful, reliable, resourceful weekend nannies and dedicated, trustworthy, full-time nannies.

 

The Little Guest

Santa Barbara County

805-688-1812

thelittleguest.com


Now guests and hosts can relax at special occasions with all the children professionally cared for – right on site! Enjoy your vacation getaway, wedding reception, party, or family gathering in the Santa Ynez Valley. With our licensed childcare services, your little ones get their own, expertly supervised, fun domain at your next function. Our certified staff can also babysit at your vacation rental home or hotel.

 

Santa Barbara Baby Company

Santa Barbara County

805-275-2414

sbbabyco.com


Offers clean and safe premium brand baby rental equipment.
Start your vacation by traveling with the luxury of minimized baggage. Full Service is provided: Delivery, set-up and pick-up.

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HORSEBACK RIDING

Circle Bar B Stables

1800 Refugio Rd., Santa Barbara 

805-968-3901

circlebarbstables.com


Circle Bar B Stables is the oldest and finest public riding stable on Santa Barbara County’s South Coast. For nearly 80 years guest have been enjoying this pristine coastal mountain paradise. Our specialty is getting you out into nature and seeing the flora and fauna that you will only see from a horse. We offer fun things for visitors and locals, including bachelorette parties, date nights, company parties , birthday parties, family reunions. We are great for beginners and experienced riders.

 

Nojoqui Horse Ranch 

3000 Alisal Rd., Gaviota

805-325-1941

nojoquiranch.com


Amber Giorgi (owner/trainer) specializes in colt starting, Training and Teaching. She has an unsurpassable zest and enthusiasm for life and learning. She thoroughly enjoys meeting new people daily, and traveling the world each and every opportunity she gets! She is currently finishing up her pilots license; and looking forward to her next crop of colts.

 

Vino Vaqueros

2178 Mora Ave., Santa Ynez

805-944-0493

vinovaqueros.com


Come and enjoy a private, guided 75-90 minute horseback ride on Estelle Ranch and Vineyard in Santa Ynez. The rolling hills, vineyard and valley views set the stage for a perfect ride. After the ride, enjoy a complementary wine tasting and a full glass of your choice featuring wine from Estelle Vineyards grapes. Kids 8 years old and up welcome!

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SWEETS & TREATS

God's Country Provisions

252 E. Hwy 246, Ste C, Buellton

805-691-9222

godscountryprovisions.com


God's Country Provisions brings creativity to familiar donuts we all love, delivered with that good ol' Santa Ynez Valley country hospitality. Second location located at the GCP Tower in downtown Los Olivos.

 

Ingeborg’s Danish Chocolates

1679 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang

805-688-5612

ingeborgs.com


Ingeborg's specialty Danish chocolates are sure to delight the palate of the most discriminating chocolate lover. 

 

Mortensen's Danish Bakery

1588 Mission Dr., Solvang

805-688-8373

mortensensbakery.com


Nestled in the heart of Solvang in the Petersen Village Square is Mortensen’s Danish Bakery. This quaint bakery and café is still run by it's original owners of over 40 years. Using old world recipes from Ove Mortensen, a Danish baker from Copenhagen, Denmark it's still an all time favorite. 

 

Solvang Trolley Ice Crean Parlor

1618 Copenhagen Dr., Solvang

805-794-8958

solvangtrolley.com


Featuring Over 20 flavors of old-fashioned super-premium ice cream, real fruit smoothies, and old soda fountain specialties like root-beer floats and banana splits.

 

Swedish Candy Factory

485 Alisal Road, Ste 125, Solvang

805-697-7479

swedishcandyfactory.com


Crunchy to start, but chewy once in your mouth, we make this authentic Swedish candy the traditional way using the 150-year-old method with no artificial sweeteners, chemicals, or preservatives. Located in the beautiful town of Solvang, California, we invite you to visit our shop and experience the magic of handmade candy-making. 


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