Skip the tourist traps and head out with a local foodie for a fun-filled, behind-the-scenes cultural food tour in the unique Danish village nestled in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley (30 miles north of downtown Santa Barbara).
Our Solvang food tour starts along Mission Drive and will walk you through the the downtown neighborhood streets where you will taste traditional Danish and local artisan food and drink unique to Solvang and the Central Coast. Indulge in bites of traditional Danish comfort fare and freshly baked goods as well as craft beer, local wine, & bakery treats. Along the way, you’ll get immersed in the local culture and hear interesting stories about each place you’ll visit.
You’ll also learn easy-to-shoot food photo tips from your pro tour guide on this foodie photography tour and take your photo skills to the next level using your smartphone’s camera app. By the end of your 3 hour tour, you’ll be eating like a local and shooting like a pro!
Tour Options
Solvang Walking Food & Photo Tour
Itinerary
Pass by
Along your walk through Solvang you'll see local sights and landmarks like the Solvang Festival Theater, our famous Danish windmills, popular eateries, and more!
Pass by
See all the sites of Downtown Solvang, including the town's famous windmills, the Rundetårn, Danish architecture and more!
Highlights
Local guide
Alcoholic Beverages
Wine tasting
Snacks
Beer tasting
Beverages
Food tasting
What's included
Included
Local guide
Alcoholic Beverages
Wine tasting
Snacks
Beer tasting
Beverages
Food tasting
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour is suitable for all ages
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Infant meals not included (strollers and wheelchairs not advised)
Minimum drinking age is 21 years
Frequently asked questions
How long does Solvang Walking Food & Photo Tour take?
Solvang Walking Food & Photo Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Solvang Walking Food & Photo Tour cost?
Prices start at $170 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.
Can I cancel Solvang Walking Food & Photo 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 Look for your guide wearing a denim Eat This Shoot That shirt, standing in the courtyard by the entrance to Cailloux Cheese Shop.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Solvang Walking Food & Photo Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available Children must be accompanied by an adult
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible Infant meals not included (strollers and wheelchairs not advised)
Reviews(35)
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Jeffrey_W
August 15, 2026
Solvang food and wine tour.
You get a personalized tour and history. The guide took his time and didn’t rush through any stop.
He felt very proud that he lived in town and that added to the charm of the tour.
Operator response
Thank you for leaving us a review about your time with Cameron! So glad you got to enjoy our little corner of the world.
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DonavenisC1
June 8, 2026
Take this tour!!!
Hannah was super friendly and informative. We kinda won the “lottery” and were the only 2 people on the tour which is surprising as as wonderful as the tour is I was surprised that every tour wasn’t sold out! Every place we went was wonderful so much so that after the tour we revisited most of the locations to buy presents and treats to take home. Like I said every place was wonderful but without a doubt our stop at Ingeborg’s Chocolate shop was the highlight!!! The owner Kim gave us a tour showed us how they made the chocolate and then gave us a bunch of delicious chocolate to try. Honestly if the tour had only included Kim and his shop it would have still been a hit! If you are coming to Solvang and are not sure what your plan of attack should be, book this tour it has it all history architecture unknown facts and more food than you can imagine. 10 out of 10
Operator response
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review! Reviews like this mean everything to us!! So glad we got to make your time in Solvang magical. We hope to see you again someday on our Santa Barbara food tour (maybe again with Hannah!)
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GoPlaces782414
April 12, 2026
Great food tour!
We had a great time and ate lots of delicious food! Hannah was our guide and she was very informative. We left full and happy!
Operator response
Thanks for leaving us a review! So glad you enjoyed your time with Hannah in Solvang. Hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in the valley!
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163Suzanner
December 27, 2025
Good food, good fun, good time
Cameron was a fantastic tour guide. Knowledgeable, friendly, and personable. He made sure everyone's dietary needs were respected. The food stops and food were delicious. Highly recommend
Operator response
Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review about your time in Solvang with Cameron! We were so glad to have you along with us!
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MrsMister
August 2, 2025
You should try this! It's a great way to spend the afternoon and experience Solvang!
This was such a fun and interesting way to see Solvang! Cameron was an excellent guide, sharing knowledge of the area and ensuring that each of us enjoyed our time together. He interacted with each member of our group, even the kids. Very personable and knowledgeable.
Operator response
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review! It really does mean so much to us. We loved hosting your group!
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Andrea T
April 26, 2025
Food tour for 50th birthday
Nicely thought out tour with great stops. Tour leader was funny and knowledgeable. Had a great time with my friend and enjoyed meeting new people.
Operator response
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We always appreciate when our guests do this!
So glad you enjoyed your time with Cameron in Solvang! We hope to see you on our Santa Barbara food tour someday! Cheers to you on your birthday!
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Joyce_D
December 24, 2024
A must for first timers
It was our first time in Solvang, and decided to book this tour for my birthday activity. This tour is perfect if you aren't familiar with the area, or if you don't know where to start (as Solvang does have a lot of shops). You hit all the highlights of Solvang in this tour (& you bypass the long lines -- it's like having a fast pass to all the popular shops). Our guide, Hannah, was lovely. She is very easy to talk to and didn't rush us in any way. We visited so many shops and tasted a bunch of food that my husband & I were so full at the end of our tour.
Operator response
So glad you enjoyed your time with Hannah in Solvang! Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. And happy birthday!
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Dana_S
December 7, 2024
Great food and wonderful guides
We had a great experience learning local history and enjoying great food with Cameron and Hannah! Many stops and lots of variety. A very busy Saturday in December but our guides made things effortless. We had vegetarian options that were delicious. The chocolate store was amazing!
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! I’m so glad you enjoyed your time with our crew in Solvang. Happy holidays!
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dzdeel
September 18, 2024
More shopping
Shopping Shopping and more shopping! If you like it then it is for you. Lots of restaurants and packed on the weekend. Wineries are close.
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F2595UVbobbyg
September 3, 2024
The ONLY way to do Solvang!
Our Solvang tour with Cameron was an experience of a lifetime. And no this is not an exaggeration.
From seeing pictures of this magical town of Solvang online, photographs, and through other people's experiences, I got to experience the city this past weekend. The town itself has such great, healing, and positive energy. There are so many restaurants, brewhouses, and wine tastings everywhere.
Without the guidance of Eat This Shoot That!, we would have been completely lost. Cameron had such an organized itinerary for us throughout the evening. It was such an amazing, special feeling to have all these restaurants know we were on the tour, immediately get seated, and get food and drinks in front of us within 5 minutes of entering the restaurant. Every place we visited had such great respect for Cameron. Cameron took us to many sites throughout the town, that's enriched with so much history. We would not have learned as much as we did about the city of Solvang without the expertise and guidance of Cameron.
I am forever grateful to this company, especially Cameron, and will be booking another tour in December to experience this all over again.
Thank you so much!
Operator response
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are so glad you enjoyed your time in Solvang with Cameron and we're thrilled you fell in love with our little town. Excited to have you as our guest again in December!