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The small town of Los Olivos is nestled in the remote Santa Ynez Valley, just over San Marcos Pass from Santa Barbara and just down the road from Solvang. This picturesque and photogenic little town was featured prominently in the 2004 Oscar winning movie “Sideways,” about romance and adventures in the wine country. Due in part to the movie’s critical and commercial success, Los Olivos has become a popular vacation and wine tasting destination. The town is an idyllic spot to stroll and refresh after touring the many nearby wineries. Founded in 1861, Los Olivos had stagecoach service from 1865 until 1911, and was connected by a narrow gauge railroad from Santa Maria until 1934. Back then, Mattei’s Tavern was the terminus and overnight stop for weary travelers. Today it is still in operation, and one of the highlights of the area, as a well-respected restaurant and watering hole with historic charm. This is ranching and vineyard country with sweeping views of rolling hills and the Figueroa Mountains. Los Olivos retains its historical charm in its many Victorian-era buildings. The rural yet sophisticated town is filled with galleries, unique shops, restaurants, and wine tasting rooms. After exploring Grand Street’s attractions, sit a while and relax in tiny Los Olivos Park, where the public library is housed in the former Valley Grange building. Los Olivos is just minutes from the world famous Danish tourist town of Solvang, Mission Santa Ines, and the Chumash Indian Casino. Nearby points of interest include... Check out our Map for location and driving directions. And, before making your final travel plans, refer to our Los Olivos weather report for an up-to-date, local weather forecast.

Nearby Towns: Solvang  


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Downtown Los Olivos, with its luxury hotels, trendy shopping district, gourmet restaurants, tourist attractions and local events make it an ideal weekend getaway.

Along Los Olivos’s scenic downtown streets you’ll find a delicious assortment of fine dining restaurants, cafes and bistros serving a variety of international cuisine. Whether you’re hungry for Sushi, seafood, steaks, Italian, Mexican food, Chinese restaurants, or fast food favorites like burgers and pizza, you’ll find it at one of Los Olivos’s many tasty eateries. And, Los Olivos’s vibrant nightlife features a bevy of bars, brewpubs and nightclubs.

Shopping is another popular pastime in Los Olivos with one-of-a-kind stores and boutiques. Los Olivos’s downtown merchants and shop keepers carry an amazing array of women’s fashion, clothing, shoes, jewelry, home furnishings, books, gifts and more.

If you’re staying a night or two, Los Olivos offers a pleasing assortment of comfortable and stylish hotels, historic Bed & Breakfast Inns, budget motels and luxury resorts. Whatever your lodging needs, our Hotel Directory will help you find the best accommodations in Los Olivos.

For the best entertainment in Los Olivos, check our Calendar of Events. It contains a schedule of local events, music festivals, performing arts, theater, concerts, street fairs, art shows and weekly Farmer's Markets. Los Olivos is also home to several tourist attractions and sightseeing adventures, including State Parks, museums, golf courses, hiking tails and historic sites. Or, for a more laid back outing visit all the great wineries, spas and art galleries located in and around town.

Thinking of moving or relocating to Los Olivos? Our Real Estate section can help with a list of realtors, featured homes, land and property for sale.

What are you waiting for? Start planning your Los Olivos vacation, today.

Hotels


There are a variety of hotels, from luxury hotels, to resorts hotels and cheap hotels. To book a hotel room reservation, check our hotel motel list.

Restaurants


Breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner. Find restaurants, cafes and bistros with pizza, pasta, Mexican, Chinese Restaurant, Thai, steaks, seafood, or Sushi.

Shopping


With downtown shopping, who needs a shopping mall? Shop for shoes, clothing, jewelry, fashion, or retail stores featuring furniture, bookstores and gifts.

Real Estate


Buying a house? Check our Real Estate tab for a list of homes for sales, property, land for sale and condos. You'll find realtors, realty and realestate agents.

Attractions


For sightseeing and fun things to do, we list local attractions, tourist attractions, and travel guides. Check our travel information and historic attractions.
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