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 July
Estimated hotel price
$244
1 night at 3-star hotel
Solvang in July
Estimated hotel price
$244
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 33 km 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 Oakland and takes around 1h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Solvang is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 178 km from Solvang. You’ll find branches of Ace and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Solvang doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Santa Barbara (SBA), which is located 33 km 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 Oakland and takes around 1h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Solvang is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 178 km from Solvang. You’ll find branches of Ace and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Solvang

SBPSan Luis Obispo County
SBASanta Barbara
BFLBakersfield Meadows Field

Airlines serving Solvang

Lufthansa
Good (8,217 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,573 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,065 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,549 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,648 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,734 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (954 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,188 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,602 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,432 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,894 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,552 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,221 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,544 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,040 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (668 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (458 reviews)
Southwest
Excellent (4,197 reviews)
Fiji Airways
Excellent (258 reviews)
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Where to stay in Solvang

Average rates range from around $203 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $590 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Svendsgaard's Danish Lodge Americas Best Value Inn and The Hamlet Inn. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Solvang, with prices from $73 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 127% 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 (9.3, 2744 reviews)
$201+
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Chumash Casino Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1123 reviews)
$135+
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Royal Copenhagen Inn
2 stars
Excellent (9, 2393 reviews)
$127+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Buellton/Santa Ynez
3 stars
Excellent (9, 589 reviews)
$175+
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The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 863 reviews)
$152+
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Pea Soup Andersen's Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2846 reviews)
$98+
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Renting a car in Solvang

Renting a car in Solvang costs $57 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 15% cheaper than airport locations in Solvang.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86.

Renting a car in Solvang costs $57 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 15% cheaper than airport locations in Solvang.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86.

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