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# Santa Ynez Valley

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## Visit Santa Ynez Valley

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#### Wine, history and outdoor recreation come together for a great holiday in the friendly communities in this southern California region.

Come to the six communities of the Santa Ynez Valley to enjoy a California holiday away from big city bustle and crowds. Sample wine, craft beer and delicious food on leisurely tours of the area. Explore the countryside by bicycle or play golf at a different course each day.

The Santa Ynez Valley, where *Sideways* was filmed, has over 120 wineries in the heart of Santa Barbara County’s wine country. Chat with winemakers at boutique vineyards as you sip chardonnay, pinot noir, syrah,sauvignon blanc, pinot grigio, cabernet sauvignon and viognier. Select your favourites and have a case or two shipped home.

Drive or bike along the Santa Barbara VintnersWine Trail. Watch horses galloping over the rolling hills in the pretty countryside. Travel a bit south to Kashtayit State Marine Conservation Area for views of the ocean.

You may think you’re in Northern Europe when you visit Solvang with its iconic windmills and Danish bakeries. Nearby Buellton has wineries and craft breweries. Select from several golf courses or hike, take a hot air balloon or glider ride or rent a trike for three-wheeled exercise.

In the tiny town of Ballard, see the Little Red Schoolhouse still providing excellent education. Several towns have maintained the appearance and character of their Old West heritage. Visit the Santa Ynez Valley Historical Society Museum in Santa Ynez to learn about the area’s history. September’s Los Alamos Valley Old Days celebration brings the past alive. Los Olivos has many buildings over 100 years old. Enjoy its wine-centred and other exciting events every weekend.

Throughout the valley, find quaint and welcoming accommodation and exceptional one-of-a-kind culinary experiences. Enjoy the best of California’s fresh produce prepared by skilled chefs, sign up for cooking classes or learn how to pair wine with food selections.

The Santa Ynez Valley is 30 miles (50 kilometres) northwest of [Santa Barbara](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara.d602277.Holidays-City-Breaks). Drive here or use a bus connection to Solvang from Amtrak train stops in several California cities.

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#### Old Mission Santa Ines

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#### Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House

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