Solvang travel guide
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You're Going to Love Solvang
With a population of 5,245, Solvang is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Solvang to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Solvang
If you’re looking for affordable options, Mad & Vin (1576 Mission Dr) and CECCO Ristorante (475 First St. Suite 9) are great picks.
When to visit Solvang
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Solvang in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 39.2 °F, with an average temperature of 51.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 4.7″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Solvang, with an average rainfall of 0″.
How to Get to Solvang
Plane
Although Solvang doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Santa Barbara (SBA), which is located 21 miles from Solvang. San Luis Obispo County is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Finnair and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Solvang departs from San Francisco and takes around 1h 16m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Solvang. The train journey from Solvang to Los Angeles takes 1h 50m and costs around $25 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from San Diego, expect to pay about $44 for a 5h 40m trip. The train station in Solvang is called Solvang, and is located 0.2 miles from the city center.
Car
Another option to get to Solvang is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 110 miles from Solvang. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in Los Angeles.
Bus
You can travel by bus to Solvang using Amtrak or FlixBus. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Solvang takes 120 miles and will cost you around $64. From San Jose, the ticket costs about $40 for a journey of 330 miles.
Airlines serving Solvang
Where to stay in Solvang
Average rates range from around $373 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $469 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Solvang
Most booked hotels in Solvang
Renting a car in Solvang
Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Solvang (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Solvang is Compact (Chevrolet Express Cargo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.