Ghosts of Christmas Past: Solvang’s Kid-Friendly Holiday Tour

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Step into a world of winter magic, mischievous folklore, and kid-friendly chills on this one-hour holiday adventure through downtown Solvang.

Perfect for ages 5–12, this guided walk brings to life the festive legends and curious creatures that once made Christmas Eve the spookiest night of the year.

Along the twinkling route, you’ll meet Denmark’s playful nisse, hear the tale of the Christmas spider, uncover the secrets of witches’ brooms, peek into the story behind the Yule Cat, and visit Solvang locations with surprising holiday ghost lore.

Kids will help hunt for clues, try dowsing rods and EMF readers, smell cinnamon at the Christmas witch’s shop, and follow along with a whimsical Nisse I-Spy game with prizes.

This all-ages tour is cheerful, cozy, lightly spooky, and filled with interactive moments designed to spark curiosity. Join us this season for a magical blend of folklore, fun, and holiday wonder, only available during Julefest.

At a Glance

What’s Included

  • Guided tour 
  • Use of ghost hunting tools
  • The Haunt sticker

What’s Not Included

Gratuities for your guide

Duration

1 hour

Departure Time

5:30pm

Ages

Age 5-12 and beyond!

Max Group Size 

20 people

Awards

As seen on

Ghost Adventures with Zak Bagans

TripAdvisor

Certificate of Excellence

Best of the Bay

Winner - Best Tour

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