- The list below includes 73 free or cheap things to do in or near Goleta, California, including 52 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Hiking Trails, Nature & Wildlife Areas and Parks.
- From Goleta County Beach to Refugio State Park & Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Goleta and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Santa Barbara, Solvang, Santa Ynez and Los Olivos.
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The Hans Christian Andersen Museum is dedicated to the life and work of Hans Christen Andersen. Open daily from 10 am to 5 pm.
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Solvang Park is a public neighborhood park that offers shaded trails, playgrounds, picnic areas and barbecue grills. The park also hosts the weeklong Danish Days festival every September along with a winter carnival in December.
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Solvang, California is home to the Elverhoj Museum, dedicated to Danish culture. Solvang was originally a Danish settlement, and many Danes still live in the area. This museum is especially fascinating in wintertime.
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Beautiful Nojoqui Falls Park in Santa Ynez, California is a popular venue for group meetings, sports events and outdoor activities. Its most prominent attraction is its waterfall, which is accessible by a walking trail.
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1618 Copenhagen Drive #3, Solvang, CA 93463
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Solvang Trolley & Carriage offers guided tours on a trolley that replicates a 1900s Danish street car and is pulled by Belgian draft horses. Costumed tour guides will relay a history of the town throughout the 25 minute ride.
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Kids and their parents love the Sunny Fields Park in Solvang, California. It features a separate toddler area, play structures inspired by Viking history and plenty of space for running around.
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The soothing sounds of falling water marks Nojoqui Falls Park as a special place. The park features fields to play ball, benches and picnic tables to relax or enjoy a lunch, BBQ amenities, hiking trails, and a playground.
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Nestled in the center of Solvang, Hans Christian Anderson Park is a lovely are to commemorate the great author. The park is lined with trees and provides a nice quiet atmosphere to relax and rest.
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Solvang's Quicksilver Ranch is a family-owned miniature horse breeding ranch. Quicksilver sells and breeds miniature horses and welcomes visitors, but does not offer organized tours. The ranch is open Monday through Saturday throughout the year.
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1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, CA 93463
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The Wildling Art Museum features three to four art exhibits at any given time in addition to the hiking and nature walks in the area. The institution also holds its own art classes for children, families, or just adults.