Solvang brings the architecture, culture, and cuisine of Denmark to the Central Coast. Founded in 1911 by Danish-American educators, Solvang's streets are lines by Scandinavian-style half-timbered buildings with thatched and coppered roofs.

If you walk around you will discover authentic bakeries, import shops, restaurants, and museums that capture its Danish heritage.

Solvang sits in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley wine country, and you will find 14 tasting rooms right in town.

The Santa Ynez Valley is an international cycling destination, and leading teams from around the world base themselves in Solvang each year fr training. Solvang has served as a host city for four stages of the Amgen Tour of California aand has applied to play a role in the 2013 race.

Mission Santa Ynez, one of the California missions is located near the center of the town, at the junction of State Route 246 and Alisal Road.