Please head to the entrance of the Old Mission, Santa Ines.
Description
Welcome to the City of Solvang, "The Danish Capital of America". Stroll down Copenhagen Drive tasting Aebleskivers and other Danish pastries, or sampling wine in the shade of windmills. Solvang is a sun-soaked slice of Danish culture, where California wine cellars mix with European bakeries and shops. It’s where you can drink, dine and shop like a Dane without ever leaving the California sunshine!
Don't worry about other people, this tour is completely tailored to you with the Pintours App!
With our app, you can pause the tour, and check out the locations as long as you want! You can skip a stop you don't like, and you have all the best information about each stop at your fingertips.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Next available
Wed, Oct 7
Group price
$5 per group of up to 15
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Tour Options
Solvang City Tour Only
Itinerary
Old Mission Santa Ines
Pass by
ld Mission Santa Ines was the nineteenth of the 21 missions built in California from 1769 to 1836 by Spanish Franciscan priests, led by Father Junipero Serra. The Mission was founded on September 17, 1804 by Father Estevan Tapis, it was the first European settlement in the Santa Ynez Valley.
10 min
Built in 1922 by J.C. Wulff on Fredensborg Canyon, the windmill was part of an actual working well for his farm.
Elverhoj Museum of History & Art
25 min
This Museum is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Solvang!! The museum is located in a historic Danish-style building that was once the home of one of the town's most prominent families, the Petersens.
10 min
This square, is the most charming and picturesque area of Solvang! Located in the heart of downtown,
25 min
This garden, is a popular destination for foodies visiting Solvang! This charming outdoor eatery offers a unique and authentic taste of Denmark.
15 min
This museum is a must-see stop, for anyone interested in learning about the fascinating world of amber. The museum boasts an impressive collection of amber pieces, ranging from small trinkets to large sculptures.
Hans Christian Andersen Museum
20 min
The museum is housed in a replica of Andersen's childhood home, and visitors can explore the many exhibits dedicated to the author's life and legacy.
What's included
Included
Free Navigation on your Smartphone
Pintours App Guide
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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6 reviews
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Important Information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Solvang City Personalized Self-Guided App Tour take?
Solvang City Personalized Self-Guided App Tour lasts about 1–2 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does Solvang City Personalized Self-Guided App Tour cost?
Prices start at $5 per person for this Santa Barbara experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Solvang City Personalized Self-Guided App Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel Solvang City Personalized Self-Guided App Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please head to the entrance of the Old Mission, Santa Ines. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Solvang City Personalized Self-Guided App Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Solvang City Personalized Self-Guided App Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.0 out of 5 across 6 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Pintours.
Reviews(6)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Lisa K
September 4, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Worst tour ever
The starting location was wrong. No one to help get us on track. It cost 40 dollars and no tour. Tried reaching out no one got back to me. Will never book like this again
Operator response
Hi Lisa, thank you for sharing your experience. I’m so sorry to hear that the starting location information caused confusion and that you weren’t able to get the support you needed—that’s not the experience we want for our guests. I understand how disappointing it must have been to spend money and not be able to enjoy the tour.
We specialize in audio app–guided tours, which allow travelers to explore at their own pace. The tour should have started smoothly with the directions provided, so if you could kindly message us with the specific issues you encountered, our team will address them immediately and make sure this doesn’t happen again.
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RICHARD M
August 26, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
The pintours app is terrible
The app is very clunky. It started and stopped, then would put things in a different order. I tried to go through a browser and it wouldn't log me in. Listening to the information,,.the directions would interrupt them and thenaybe their info would continue.
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David_C
July 25, 2025 · via Viator
Kind of not exciting…
Some background information about Solvang but nothing really exciting. Not the narrator’s fault, just what is there.
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skerst2018
April 25, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
We found for us it took longer to get to the places before lecture started again.
We liked the lecture but we wanted to spend more time at some of the places and had a hard time stopping the tour so we could spend the extra time. I finally had to stop the tour after about three stops.
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stevesX1423JZ
February 18, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
5 Star Danish Immersion Cultural Experience!
Wow! Solvang was an amazing surprise getaway and a destination I never knew I would love, love love. This 220 year old authentic Danish town, 30 min northeast of Santa Barbara, overwhelmed me with charm from the Scandinavian architecture of every building, the 100s of shops, wine tasting rooms, restaurants and wow - the authentic Danish bakeries. Solvang sits in the middle of wine country and is surrounded by over 200 wineries that offer another level awe and pastoral beauty - not to mention the delicious wines. My only negative was that I didn’t plan enough time to fully experience all that Solvang and the surrounding towns and wineries had to offer. Next time I plan a minimum of 3-4 days to explore more vineyards and culture that this little know gem has to offer. 5 Stars across the board!!’
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Jean_LouisR960
February 26, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Very original and a beautiful unity of style. Very interesting stopover (Hotel in Buellton 5 minutes away) opening onto Sta Ynez (Wine).
A small town transported from Denmark. But crime in the kingdom of LEGO a “PLAYMOBIL” appearance (a shame). With all the markers and (almost) as clean as the "real" ones. And there are not 3 or 4 houses but a large part of the city respects the architecture of the DK. Large choice of shops where Danish products take pride of place. Pretty nice pastries. But it's not free. Out of season we park the car easily in high season and on weekends it is much less safe. For the lazy, it is possible to take the tour in a minibus or even in a horse-drawn carriage (provide a substantial reserve of $ because it is located in the vineyards of Sta Ynez.
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