Day Itinerary
6 Activities
Day 1
32 mi0.4 mi
El Capitán State Beach
Today, you'll take a short drive north to the Danish-inspired town of Solvang, California. In an effort to attract more tourists, business owners here began enhancing the town's Danish heritage in the 1940s, adding windmills on the streets, half-timbered facades to their buildings, and even a scaled replica of Copenhagen's iconic rounded tower, known as the Rundetaarn.
Head north from Los Angeles, California, toward the leisurely countryside of the Santa Ynez Valley. Enjoy vistas of the expansive Pacific Ocean between Ventura and Santa Barbara in California, and spend the night in Solvang, California. Get ready to relax on the beach, feed ostriches, and sample Danish foods.
Head north from Los Angeles, California, toward the leisurely countryside of the Santa Ynez Valley. Enjoy vistas of the expansive Pacific Ocean between Ventura and Santa Barbara in California, and spend the night in Solvang, California. Get ready to relax on the beach, feed ostriches, and sample Danish foods.
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El Capitán State Beach
Central California is known for its stunning beaches, and El Capitán is a local favorite. The drive down to the parking lot is scenic and pleasantly shaded. You can stroll on the beach, play in the sand, or take a dip in the water. During the summer and fall, the water is cool but often warm enough for a swim. At other times of the year, the Pacific Ocean is beautiful to look at, but the water is too cold for swimming.
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27 mi
40 min
12:151 hr
Solvang Restaurant
Head to Solvang Restaurant to try aebleskiver, a doughnut-like Danish sweet treat cooked in a cast-iron aebleskiver pan. You can enjoy a full meal of European foods here, ranging from German bratwurst to Danish meatballs.
If you wish, you can leave your car next to this restaurant and easily reach the Elverhøj Museum on foot.
If you wish, you can leave your car next to this restaurant and easily reach the Elverhøj Museum on foot.
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0.4 mi
10 min
13:301 hr
Elverhøj Museum of History & Art
The Elverhøj Museum was established in 1988 to exhibit the history and lifestyle of the early Danes who settled in the area. It is located in the former 18th-century style home of two artists and highlights Danish and Danish-American culture. A visit here will provide insight into Solvang's past and might even inspire a future trip to Denmark.
Please note that the museum might not be open every day, so be sure to check its operating hours when planning your visit.
Please note that the museum might not be open every day, so be sure to check its operating hours when planning your visit.
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2.6 mi
10 min
14:452 hrs
OstrichLand USA
Solvang, California, and its neighboring communities are located in farm and ranch country, so it's no surprise that several farms are open to the public. One classic stop is OstrichLand USA, one of the five remaining ostrich farms in the state (yes, they used to be a thing in Southern California). At OstrichLand USA, you can observe both emus and ostriches, learn about their history, and feed their hungry beaks.
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2.6 mi
10 min
17:001 hr 30 min
Ramen Kotori
Head to dinner at Ramen Kotori, the only ramen restaurant in town. It offers the chance to try Japan's famous noodle dish and also enjoy some classic bites. There's also a menu for your little ones.
Please note that the restaurant is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Please note that the restaurant is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
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0.5 mi
5 min
18:4514 hrs
New Haven Inn
An evening has come, and it is high time to unwind and take a rest. Settle in at the authentic suburban house for the night. Tomorrow, you'll have a coastal trip to Santa Barbara, California.
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