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Missions and old buildings. All Good for lists
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Mission Santa Inés: know before you go
Old Mission Santa Inés was founded in 1804 and is still a working Catholic parish. Tour hours, $9 tickets and how to book a docent.
Solvang Brewing Company: beers & menu
Solvang Brewing Company's windmill brewpub on Mission Drive: which beers to put in a flight, and the days it's closed.
The Inn at Mattei's Tavern: know before you go
An 1886 stagecoach stop with a Michelin Key, where the $75 resort fee buys cruiser bikes and Mercedes-Benz house cars. Spa prices, The Tavern and the history.
Things to do in Lompoc besides the Wine Ghetto
California's most completely restored mission, over 30 Old Town murals, Surf Beach and the closest public spot to watch a Vandenberg launch, 26 minutes west of Buellton.
La Purísima Mission: hours, fees & tours
California's most completely restored mission, per State Parks, for $6 a car. Guided tour times, dogs and what to pair it with.
Solvang & Santa Ynez Valley museums
A Viking ship museum, the Carriage House's stagecoaches, the new Chumash museum and Elverhøj, with the days each one is open.
Things to do in Solvang besides wine
The 1804 mission, seven museums, ostriches, a waterfall and a balloon flight, with the days each one is open.
Solvang day trip
Danish pancakes, the 1804 mission and lunch by 1, then Los Olivos for the afternoon. Hour by hour.
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