- Our list of the best things to do in Santa Ynez, California, features the top 198 nearby activities — including 73 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Santa Ynez, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Food & Drink, Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, and Tours.
- The results below include the top 30 things to do within the city of Santa Ynez, CA , followed by 169 popular activities in nearby cities, including Los Olivos, Solvang, Lompoc, Goleta, Santa Barbara and Santa Maria
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20.8 Miles
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5475 Chardonnay Ln., Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Cambria Winery & Vineyards sit high in the rolling hills of Santa Maria, California. The family-owned winery offers a selection of chardonnays, pinot noirs and a deep, rich Syrah.
21.4 Miles
The Transcendence Winery near Santa Barbara is a small family run winery. They have a tasting room where you can sample various wines, for a small fee. They also have a wine club that offers special events for members.
21.4 Miles
Wine makers and producers, Scott Cellars offers a variety of blends including those made with an array of fruits and spices. These wines can be sampled in their tasting room along with chocolates, cheeses and other indulgences.
21.5 Miles
Established in 1969, the Lompoc Museum exhibits document the archeology and history of the Lompoc Valley and Santa Barbara County. Patrons can view vintage photos and relics. There is also 19th century furniture and clothing on display.
21.6 Miles
The Artesia School Museum is a fully restored, historic one-room schoolhouse. It was used from 1876 to 1961 and saw students from first to eighth grades attend at the same time.
21.6 Miles
Many California native plants like sea rocket, saltbush and verbena grow within the boundaries of Jalama Beach County Park. In addition to picnic and camping areas, the park's coastline is a popular spot for fishing, surfing and swimming.
21.8 Miles
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Jalama Road, Lompoc, CA 93436
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Housed on a 300-acre ranch, the Return to Freedom, American Wild Horse Sanctuary is dedicated to preserving the freedom, diversity and habitat of wild horses. The sanctuary cares for over 400 horses.
21.8 Miles
The Lompoc Aquatic Center is a large indoor recreation complex that features a pool with lap swim area, diving area, and shallow play area, as well as a play structure.
21.9 Miles
Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the beauty of Lake Cachuma and its surrounding area. Along with watching birds and other wildlife, this is a great location for fishing, kayaking and camping.
21.9 Miles
Founded in 1964, the Lompoc Valley Historical Society is an organization with the mission to provide a repository for documents and historical artifacts of Lompoc Valley. The society manages the Carriage House and the Blacksmith Shop.