Things to do in Santa Ynez

Activities, attractions and tours

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Tours & day trips

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Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride

Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €125 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Private Sidecar Winery Tour through Santa Ynez

Private Sidecar Winery Tour through Santa Ynez

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is €184 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride

Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €125 per adult
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History & culture

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Solvang Ghost Hunting with a Professional Investigator

Solvang Ghost Hunting with a Professional Investigator

Activity duration is 1 hour and 45 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €47 per adult
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What to do in Santa Ynez

Popular places to visit

Kalyra Winery

Kalyra Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Kalyra Winery during your travels to Santa Ynez. Visit the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Kalyra Winery

Chumash Casino

5/5(2 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Chumash Casino during your visit to Santa Ynez? Visit the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Chumash Casino

Sunstone Vineyards & Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Sunstone Vineyards & Winery during your travels to Santa Ynez. Visit the casinos and spas in this relaxing area.

Sunstone Vineyards & Winery

Roblar Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Roblar Winery during your travels to Santa Ynez. Visit the casinos and wineries in this walkable area.

Roblar Winery

Gainey Vineyard

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Gainey Vineyard during your travels to Santa Ynez. Visit the casinos and wineries in this walkable area.

Gainey Vineyard

Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House in Santa Ynez. Visit the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House

Bridlewood Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Bridlewood Winery during your travels to Santa Ynez. Visit the casinos and wineries in this walkable area.

Bridlewood Winery
Santa Maria

Santa Maria

Goleta

Goleta

Solvang

Solvang

Frequently asked questions

Is Santa Ynez worth visiting?
Whether you're coming to enjoy the cultural attractions and local charm or try unique foods and venture into nature, there's no shortage of things to do in Santa Ynez.
How do I spend a day in Santa Ynez?
When you've checked off key attractions like Solvang Vintage Motorcycle Museum and Nojoqui Falls Park, spend the rest of your day exploring the food and retail options in Santa Ynez.
What is the top tourist attraction in Santa Ynez?
Solvang Brewing Company is one of the top tourist attractions in Santa Ynez and deserves a spot on every must-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Santa Ynez?
Three days will give you time to check out the leading city attractions, like Solvang Brewing Company, Solvang Festival Theatre and Sunstone Vineyards & Winery. The average stay in Santa Ynez is two days. If you feel the urge to extend your trip, Santa Barbara isn't far away.
What are some activities to do in Santa Ynez with kids?
If you're searching for sights and tours for all ages, we've got some awesome ideas for what to do in Santa Ynez with kids.

What to do in Santa Ynez for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food connoisseur or adventure seeker, there's no shortage of things to do in Santa Ynez for adults including Solvang Brewing Company and Sunstone Vineyards & Winery.
Are there free things to do in Santa Ynez?
One of the best ways to learn about free things to do in Santa Ynez is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on hip neighbourhoods, parks and other hotspots you can visit without opening your wallet. Labyrinth at St. Mark's-in-the-Valley Episcopal Church is one place that doesn't charge an admission fee.