Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Solvang travel guide

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You're Going to Love Solvang

With a population of 5,245, Solvang is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Solvang to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Solvang

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Gathering Table (1555 Mission Dr) and Leonardo Ristorante & Pizzeria (606 Alamo Pintado Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Solvang

Solvang in September
Estimated hotel price
$207
1 night at 3-star hotel
Solvang in September
Estimated hotel price
$207
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Solvang in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 39.2 °F, with an average temperature of 51.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 4.7″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Solvang, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Solvang

Plane

Although Solvang doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Santa Barbara (SBA), which is located 21 miles from Solvang. San Luis Obispo County is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Solvang departs from Seattle and takes around 2h 28m.

Train

The train station in Solvang is called Solvang, and is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Solvang is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 110 miles from Solvang. You’ll find branches of Ace and Midway, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Solvang doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Santa Barbara (SBA), which is located 21 miles from Solvang. San Luis Obispo County is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Solvang departs from Seattle and takes around 2h 28m.

Train

The train station in Solvang is called Solvang, and is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Solvang is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 110 miles from Solvang. You’ll find branches of Ace and Midway, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Solvang

SBPSan Luis Obispo County
SBASanta Barbara
BFLBakersfield Meadows Field

Airlines serving Solvang

KLM
Good (1,452 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,782 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,193 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,872 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,283 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,532 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,516 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,717 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,362 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,878 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,495 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,559 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,277 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Good (415 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (582 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,833 reviews)
Southwest
Excellent (4,283 reviews)
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Where to stay in Solvang

From 5-star hotels such as the Hotel Ynez to great affordable options like the Worldmark Solvang, Solvang offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $122 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $288 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Svendsgaard's Lodge- Americas Best Value Inn & Suites and The Hamlet Inn. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Solvang, with prices from $66 to $1,425 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Solvang are about 80% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Solvang by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Solvang

Most booked hotels in Solvang

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Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 2625 reviews)
$183+
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Chumash Casino Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1078 reviews)
$134+
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The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3 stars
Excellent (9, 836 reviews)
$142+
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Royal Copenhagen Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2182 reviews)
$126+
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The Hamlet Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1606 reviews)
$101+
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Pea Soup Andersen's Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2434 reviews)
$93+
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Renting a car in Solvang

Expect to pay $3.22 per gallon in Solvang (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.61 and $51.48.

Expect to pay $3.22 per gallon in Solvang (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.61 and $51.48.

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