Getting to Solvang
Central Coast of California in Santa Barbara County Wine Country
Solvang is just 35 miles (56 km) from the south facing beaches of Santa Barbara, and 32 miles from the west facing beach at Vandenberg Air Force Base. An easy 125 miles (201 km) up the coast from Los Angeles and 300 miles (483 km) south of San Francisco and 384 miles southwest of Las Vegas, Nevada.
Plan Your Visit
Frequently Asked Questions
Eleven answers about the Visitor Center, parking, restrooms, kids, ATMs and when the village opens.
About Solvang
How Danish-Americans founded the village in 1911, and how it came to look the way it does.
Directions
Driving directions from Los Angeles and San Francisco, plus valley transit services.
Santa Ynez Valley
The six towns around Solvang, and what each one is known for.
Maps
The walking map, the Sideways wine map and the Visitor Center directory, all as PDFs.
Transportation
Amtrak Thruway coaches, the local airport and the three commercial airports within reach.
Parking in Solvang
Parking is free everywhere in Solvang, including three public lots and daytime RV parking.
Solvang Hotel Reservations
Every hotel, inn and guest ranch in the village, with current offers.
Before You Travel
California Emergency Info — Fire and Road Conditions
- CalTrans Road Conditions – type in the HWY number to find the status
- CalTrans Twitter site – Santa Barbara & San Luis counties
- CalTrans Twitter site – Los Angeles & Ventura counties
- County of Santa Barbara Emergency Information
- California Highway information (CHP)
- SB county Office of Emergency Services alerts
- Keyt: Weather Alerts
