Adventure Brief
Discover Solvang through a private bakery and wine tasting tour. Sample delicious Danish treats, local wines, and learn photography tips while exploring historic streets.
3 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Discover Solvang through a private bakery and wine tasting tour. Sample delicious Danish treats, local wines, and learn photography tips while exploring historic streets.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves moderate walking on city streets.
Wildlife
History
Founded by Danish immigrants, Solvang preserves its heritage through traditional architecture and celebrations reflecting Danish culture.
Conservation
Local businesses emphasize sustainability by sourcing ingredients locally and minimizing waste, supporting Solvang’s environmental wellbeing.
Eat This, Shoot That!
Discover Solvang through a private bakery and wine tasting tour. Sample delicious Danish treats, local wines, and learn photography tips while exploring historic streets.
Eat This, Shoot That! is a Santa Barbara–based food and photography tour company that crafts guided culinary experiences combining tastings with smartphone photography instruction. Founded to showcase Santa Barbara flavors and visual storytelling, the company operates a range of curated trips across the Funk Zone and nearby towns.
Tours include the Mini Funk Zone Food & Photo Tour, a 1.5-hour walk featuring three tastings that range from German fusion to Mexican street tacos, paired with street art highlights and photography tips suitable for all ages. The Funk Zone Food & Photo Tour is a longer, three-hour experience with six tastings spanning gastropubs to artisan wines, plus guidance on capturing the neighborhood’s hidden murals. Solvang Bakery & Wine Crawl is a three-hour bakery crawl through downtown Solvang with 9–10 tastings of Danish pastries, local wines, and artisan treats, behind-the-scenes insights, smartphone photography tips, and historical context celebrating Solvang’s hygge lifestyle. Pop-Up Tours offer a flexible three-hour option that focuses on exquisite meals and smartphone photography; these pop-ups run rain or shine and follow mask protocols at select tasting locations.
All experiences emphasize responsible enjoyment of local food, visual exploration, and practical smartphone photography techniques. Eat This, Shoot That! focuses on small-group, walkable routes that reveal Santa Barbara’s culinary scene, street art, and cultural touchpoints, providing travelers and locals with accessible ways to taste and photograph the region. Tours are designed for smartphone users of all skill levels and accommodate varying dietary preferences when communicated in advance.
Location
Santa Barbara, CA
Base for Funk Zone and Solvang tours
Tour Length
1.5–3 hours
Short, walkable culinary experiences
Photo Focus
Smartphone tips
Practical photo advice during tastings
Tours Offered
4 tours
Mini, Funk Zone, Pop-Up, Solvang
Book a spot on the Mini Funk Zone, Funk Zone, Pop-Up, or Solvang Bakery & Wine Crawl today.
Wear Comfortable Walking Shoes
The tour involves walking over cobblestone streets, so sturdy, comfortable shoes are essential to fully enjoy the experience.
Bring a Fully Charged Smartphone
You’ll want your phone ready for photography tips and capturing the scenic town and food highlights.
Stay Hydrated
Carry a water bottle to stay refreshed, especially when enjoying wine tastings on warm days.
Notify of Dietary Restrictions
Inform the company in advance if you have allergies or special dietary needs to ensure appropriate tastings.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Ensures ease and comfort while exploring Solvang’s streets and stops.
Smartphone with Camera
Needed for photography tips and capturing memorable moments during the tour.
Light Jacket or Sweater
Useful for cooler temperatures during fall afternoons and evenings.
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Reusable Water Bottle
Helps you stay hydrated especially during warmer months and wine tastings.
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