Stopping at Ostrichland USA on our way home from Solvang a few weeks ago was a must on our…read moreitinerary! Pricing was $7 for adults and $3 for kids under 12 plus $1 for each person wanting to feed the Ostrich and Emu. You enter through a gift shop and then out to where all of the birds are - they even had a couple of bunnies and a cat. There were so many Ostrich and Emu spread out everywhere. They come right up to you and just start pecking away! Tip: if you walk down further where the Emu are, there is more room to move around and plus there are lots of birds to feed. I think the Ostrich at the front of the entrance get most of the food - we felt bad not going to where the others were. The whole area was pretty cool - it kind of felt like we were on a safari with how picturesque the mountains and land were. The lady running the gift shop who also explained the rules was very nice! I highly recommend if you have small kids or just need a place to stop and stretch your legs! They offer bathrooms as well! Check them out!

Haiku: Ostrichland…read more Part farm and part zoo Feed ostriches and emus Bring the family! --- When in Solvang, you must stop by Ostrichland! Ostrichland is a ranch, farm, zoo, and park all rolled into one! This is a popular spot with families. It's such a unique and fun opportunity to feed ostriches and emus up close. Kids love it here. When feeding these giant birds, be sure to hold the feeding bowl handle tightly with two hands. Their peck is strong! There are plenty of photo ops around the sprawling farm. They are eager and will pose for food! Parking is plentiful on their private lot. There's also a gift shop with ostrich souvenirs and even eggs to buy! Make sure to check their hours on holiday weekends; sometimes, they close early.

I was visiting the area and found this beautiful place! So peaceful when you walk in ( try parking…read moreon the other side so you can walk down the lavender path) It was so quick but customer service was amazing! We tasted from the counter and amazing taste that we had to bring some home! The balsamic vinaigrette, the herbal and garlic oil came home with me!!! I definitely recommend and I have to be back not so rushed to enjoy all the things. They also have a small shop

I cannot recommend Olive + Lavender Farms highly enough. From the moment you arrive, it feels like…read morea hidden gem tucked into the heart of Los Olivos. They offer a complimentary olive oil tasting, allowing you to truly appreciate the depth and character of each variety. The fresh bread served alongside the tasting is crafted from scratch in nearby Los Alamos at Bob's Well Bread Bakery, and it is delicious. A few of my personal favorites were the Santa Ynez, Garlic, and Habanero olive oils. The Garlic was so outstanding that I immediately purchased a bottle to take home. It is incredibly versatile. The setting itself is just as memorable as the tasting. There is ample charming outdoor seating beside a small creek, and the gentle sound of flowing water creates a peaceful, almost meditative atmosphere. The vibes are truly immaculate. Inside, the shop is beautifully styled and filled with thoughtfully selected gifts and, of course, an impressive array of olive oils available for purchase. Hayley (sorry if it's spelled wrong) was especially warm and helpful, making the visit feel welcoming. They also offer WiFi, which allowed us to linger a bit longer and get some work done. It is rare to find a place that combines quality, hospitality, and atmosphere so seamlessly.

They were so wonderful and friendly here! What a great opportunity with the family to pick your own…read moreberries and see some farm animals. Beautiful farm, wonderful welcoming people! This was such a fun stop traveling up the coast.

This place was kind of confusing. There's two gates to get into the parking lot and you go to the…read moresecond one cause the first is locked. No one was there even though they were open and we couldn't buy food. We stood by the sign for a bit, walked around, then realized we pot the cash in the big metal box and walk in. It's on the home system. We paid the $2 per person to go in. They only have a few animals there to pet but they all seemed nice and used to people. Most of them walked to us wanting to be pet. I only wished there was someone there so we could've gotten food to feed the animals. Iwould've given 5 stars if they had that. Overall for the price it was totally worth it. If they charged more I probably wouldn't have gone but for $2 totally worth it to the kids.

Coffee tasting! We were looking for something other than more wine tasting and found this wonderful…read morelittle gem. The owners couldn't have been nicer or more generous. Wonderful little tour of their farm growing not only coffee trees, but tea, lemons, passion fruit, and more. After the tour, we got to try 3 different types of freshly roasted and ground coffees paired with chocolate. And we got to watch as our green coffee beans were roasted to perfection to take home.

Great fun for the whole family. Probably not ideal for…read morepeople in wheelchairs A lot of different fun for smaller children including play area with swings and corn dive, bounce pad and more. The corn maze design changes by year so come out and try not to get lost. They is a bingo game you get a scratcher card to win a raffle. Will post more photos

lots of activities, the cost wasn't too expensive at all, it was totally worth it. They had every…read morepumpkin I could think of and then some, and also sold some food and drinks. The people were very nice, and Shawn was very generous and gave us a free Mashed Potato Squash. He gave us a full recipe and everything. It was a great time!

Absolutely loved this sweet little farm. From the moment we arrived, you could feel that it was…read morebuilt with love and a spirit of adventure--something that really shines through in how warm and welcoming Tina is. Every animal is clearly treasured and comes with its own story. They're incredibly friendly and so comfortable around people, which made the experience easy and truly enjoyable. We even had the chance to step into the pen with the goats, llamas, and potbelly pigs, and also saw a variety of chickens, ducks, and farm dogs. The tour lasts about an hour--just the right amount of time. Tina even joked about our group all wearing white tennis shoes...on a farm?! Happy to report back that the pens are so well maintained that we left with completely clean shoes! Thank you for a great experience!

Such a happy place to be! We signed up for the cheese workshop which was fun, informative and even…read moreincluded milking a goat! But the real highlight was the farm tour that went along with it. The animals were all clearly well cared for and loved, and interacting with them and learning about their personalities and quirks was wonderful. It was definitely a hands-on experience as the animals were very friendly, social and enjoyed taking treats. Tina was a lovely hostess and seemed to truly take pleasure in introducing her animal family to others. The goat milk soaps and lotions were super too. A perfect outing for our girls' weekend.

Wow what a beautiful experience! We did the horse tour. Chelsea was great! She taught us so much…read moreabout horses. She made us feel comfortable being around these big beautiful creatures. My boyfriend and I were both nervous because we'd never been around horses but Chelsea taught us exactly what to do. We felt very comfortable around them. We got to visit with the mini horses and some burritos. They were so cute! It was so much fun! She also gave us some great business advice as we are planning on opening our own farm in the future. We can't wait to go back to visit!

We did the Hands on Horses tour while in town and Chelsea and her animal family are delightful!…read moreWe were able to meet, interact with, and learn about large horses, mini horses, mini donkeys, and a goat! The horses are very friendly and it was fun to brush them and see their various personalities. The mini donkey is my favorite because he's quite snuggly, he leans into you. This was a relaxing experience, perfect way to spend an hour or so in the morning or afternoon while in the area. They also have a goat experience and other activities. You can tell that Chelsea takes excellent care of her animals, she takes pride in sharing them with others.