Things to Do in Los Olivos, California

A Picture Perfect Country Town

Discover the best things to do in Los Olivos, from wine tasting to exploring charming boutiques and galleries.

Centered by an iconic flagpole, Victorian homes and businesses cluster nearby around the community hub at the intersection of Grand Avenue and Alamo Pintado Avenue. You will find a myriad of Things to Do in Los Olivos, California.

History

California history melds with modern-day wine tasting rooms, art galleries and upscale shops in this picture-perfect country town in the northeast part of the valley (population 1,132). Centered by an iconic flagpole, Victorian homes and businesses cluster nearby around the community hub at the intersection of Grand Avenue and Alamo Pintado Avenue. The town dates back to the 1860s, when the stagecoach route began to pass through. County Historical Landmark Mattei’s Tavern was built to house and feed those passengers and still stands today.

Vineyards, Farms, Orchards, Ranches

Vineyards, lavender farms, orchards, ranches and horse trails surround Los Olivos. This is a charming place to visit for a one-stop wine country experience. Take a tour on the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail.  It’s a laid-back place where locals sit on wooden porches and chat with friends and visitors; and most people wear jeans, cowboy boots and casual attire.

Art, Shopping, and Wine Tasting

Many historic structures hold distinctly modern enterprises where you’ll discover retail treasures or can sip local vintages at a tasting room (choose among more than 30 within a 5-block area). So, have fun, enjoy the things to do in Los Olivos, California.

Events

The annual Jazz & Olive Festival every June attracts name performers and creative olive-centric cuisine from local chefs. Dine at a casual café or gourmet restaurant. Discover special annual events such as the Day in the Country (October) and Olde Fashioned Christmas (December).

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Grimm's Bluff

Grimm's Bluff

2445 Alamo Pintado Ave. #102, Los Olivos, CA 93460 ,

Certified Biodynamic estate planted exclusively to Bordeaux varieties. Tasting room now open in Los Olivos.

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Grass Mountain

Grass Mountain

5100 Figueroa Mountain Rd, Santa Ynez, CA 93460

Grass Mountain Trail is a 5.2 mile out and back trail located near the towns of Los Olivos and Santa Ynez.

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SAMsARA Wine Co.

SAMsARA Wine Co.

2446 Alamo Pintado Ave, , Los Olivos, CA, 93441
(805) 688-2455

SAMsARA produces limited releases of Pinot Noir, Syrah, Grenache, and Chardonnay from carefully selected micro-sites within the Sta. Rita Hills.

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DaFoe Wines / Attic Salt Wine Co.

DaFoe Wines / Attic Salt Wine Co.

2901 Grand Ave. #C, Los Olivos, CA 93441
805-452-9685

Santa Barbara County native winemaker, specializing in rich, expressive wines and unique blends.

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St. Mark's in the Valley

St. Mark's in the Valley

2901 Nojoqui Ave., Los Olivos, CA 93441

​St. Mark's in the Valley is a boundless Christianity and serves as the Santa Ynez Valley's community, music, arts and welcome center.

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Liquid Farm

Liquid Farm

2445 Alamo Pintado Ave. #101, Los Olivos, CA 93441
(805) 697-7859

Enjoy world-class wines in our beautiful, farmhouse-style tasting room and mercantile in the heart of Los Olivos.

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Petros Winery & Restaurant

Petros Winery & Restaurant

3360 Foxen Canyon Road, Los Olivos, CA 93441
(805) 680-5417

Petros wines provide a variety of options that would broaden any wine enthusiast’s collection with collaborations from Greece and with great wine make

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Storm Wines

Storm Wines

2948 San Marcos Ave. , Los Olivos, CA 93441
(805) 350-9456

Rooted in the hills of Santa Barbara County, Storm Wines emphasizes old world influences and new world techniques.

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Story of Soil

Story of Soil

2928 San Marcos Ave., Los Olivos CA 93441,
(805) 686-1302

As a small winery, Story of Soil, we can put more time, attention, and care into our wines.

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The Hideaway Wine Co

The Hideaway Wine Co

2990 Grand Ave #A, Los Olivos, CA 93441
(805)-697-7892

The smallest tasting room in Los Olivos, with the most style. One of the most historical buildings in Los Olivos, originally the train ticketing booth

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Bar Le Côte

Bar Le Côte

2375 Alamo Pintado Ave , Los Olivos, CA 93441

Bar Le Côte is a stylish seafood tavern located in Los Olivos, California

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Dreamcote Wine Co.

Dreamcote Wine Co.

2933 San Marcos Ave , Los Olivos CA 93441
(805) 691-1200

Where the land meets the sea, Sipping bubbly at Dreamcote is where you need to be!

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tercero wines

tercero wines

2445 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Suite 105, Los Olivos, CA. 93441
(805) 245-9584

tercero wines produces small lot, hand-crafted wines using grapes exclusively from leading Santa Barbara County vineyards.

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Carhartt Family Wines

Carhartt Family Wines

2939 Grand Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441
( 805) 693-5100

Join us at the "Carhartt Cabin" Our business is 100% direct-to-consumer, therefore, our tasting room is the only place to taste and purchase our wines

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Terre et Sang

Terre et Sang

2982 Grand Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441
805-325-6063

Born from the dreams of mother & son Dalita & Duncan Harmon, Terre et Sang is dedicated to crafting distinctive expressions of Grenache & Syrah.

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Olive and Lavender Farms

Olive and Lavender Farms

2450 Alamo Pintado Road, Los Olivos, CA 93441
(805) 588-5693

Experience the farm, the nature of SYV, and our estate grown + locally sourced olive oils & vinegars. Join us for a complimentary tasting!

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The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern

The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern

2350 Railway Avenue, Los Olivos, California 93441
(805) 695-4783

Mattei's Tavern origins date back to 1886, when a Swiss immigrant named Felix Mattei built the tavern as the primary stagecoach stop between San Franc

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Alvies Plumbing

Alvies Plumbing

2825 Grand Avenue, PO Box 146, Los Olivos, CA 93441
(805) 245-9090

Alvies Plumbing

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