- 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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            Established and maintained by the Roman Catholic Church, the Old Mission Santa Ines is located in Solvang, California. It is over 200 years old. The Mission is an active Catholic parish and is a center of Franciscan monasticism.        
    
    
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            The Los Olivos branch of Malibu Family Wines features an extensive collection of red, white, and specialty wines for visitors to taste and purchase. The tasting room has a laid back and sophisticated atmosphere.        
    
    
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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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            Guests can sample a diverse wine selection that includes Merlot, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir at Carivintas Winery. The tasting room has a kids' play area and is dog friendly and also features music and art.        
    
    
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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 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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            Consisting of over 120 acres, Lions Peak Vineyard is one of the oldest vineyards located on the central coast. The tasting room features the award winning Cabernet Sauvignon, and current releases.        
    
    
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            Situated in the heart of wine country, Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards has a variety of delicious wine. Available wines include rich red wines, refreshing whites, and other popular and unique flavors.        
    
    
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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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            Featuring a unique California attitude, Cali Love Wine is notable for its combination guitar museum and tasting room. The tasting room also features live music on weekends, and hosts karaoke nights.