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    Ostrichland USA

    4.5 (1.6k reviews)
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    Jennifer L.

    Haiku: Ostrichland 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.

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    Sasha A.

    We stopped by this ostrich farm near Solvang and honestly had a really nice time. I think it's especially fun if you have kids feeding the birds and walking around the farm is a cool experience. The drive there is beautiful and it's very close to Solvang, so it's easy to get to. The farm is pretty big, and I liked that the birds had a lot of space in their enclosures. There's also a cute little gift shop at the entrance with toys and souvenirs. The lady working there was super nice and explained everything to us. They give you food to feed the ostriches, which makes the whole visit even more fun. The only downside was the smell in some areas. The enclosures probably could be cleaned a little more often. They also planted lavender around the farm, which looked really pretty honestly even more lavender would make the place feel even nicer. Overall, definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area. It's a fun way to spend about an hour outdoors.

    Justine T.

    Been here multiple times and it's always a fun and unique experience every single visit. This place is huge and houses many ostrich and emus that you are able to feed. After purchasing an admission ticket, the guide gives you a brief run down of the place and how to feed the birds. They are vicious and like to peck at the food tray really hard so be sure to hold on tight when feeding. There are bathrooms and sinks to use after feeding and staff are friendly and welcoming. There is a small little gift shop with neat items to purchase like emu eggs and more, and cool photos ops throughout the farm. Definitely a must stop when visiting Solvang!

    This is the spot!!!
    Karen M.

    Sooo much fun & scary @ the same time!!! This is my 3rd time doing this w/ my sisters. There's an admission fee & then u pay for bowls of food which is only $1 more. There's many spots where u can feed the ostriches or emus. Ostriches will come out of the field 4 the food & by golly gee, they r huge creatures!!! They will bit the bowl & try & take it from u!!! There was also a kitty laying there that I got 2 pet, but was warned that the cat is not the friendliest cat & will snap when he doesn't want any more pets. The emus r not as big as the ostriches, but they r just as feisty. I also got 2 see some young emus!!! Great service!!

    Mai T.

    Just off the roadside before entering Solvang is this fun little side attraction. Yes, it is a tourist trap but I had fun feeding and interacting with the ostrich and emus on this ranch. Spent about 30 minutes here to feed and take some photos. It was fun. I took home a small ostrich finger puppet plush as a souvenir.

    Sara B.

    When going to Solvang, you gotta stop here. This is just as enjoyable for adults as it is for kids. There is a $7 entrance fee and then you pay $1 for a bowl of food for the animals. There are Emus and Ostriches to feed. When you first enter, it looks like there is just a small section but the property is quite large with several large pens and areas for the animals. There are even some viewing platforms at the bottom of the hill that you can feed and watch the Ostriches running around. The feet is a bowl with a handle so it's easy to keep your hands away from being pecked. The entire experience is probably 30-40 minutes to spend time at. There is a small gift shop and a set of bunnies on the exit. The porta-potties are really clean and smell okay. The rest of the farmland smells like farm. lol A great experience and wonderful staff.

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    Denise P.

    OstrichLand is one of those places where you think to yourself, it's just a bunch of ostrich but then you get there and it's way cooler than expected. $7 admission + $1 for each bowl of feed. There is parking in the dirt lot out front but more overflow parking in the back. It's a choose your own adventure experience once you pay for the admission so spend as little or as much time as you'd like here. The ostriches and emu have so much space to wander. I came at around 4 pm, one hour before closing time. This was a great time because I was pretty much the only one there so I could take as many pictures of the animals as I wanted and they were hungry! I ended up buying four bowls of feed. The whole experience took me about 30 experiences. If you're visiting Solvang, I highly recommend driving over to Buellton and stopping by here. Timing could also be important so coming earlier or later in the day could mean less people and more attention from the animals. The gift shop also sells ostrich eggs and emu eggs. Last price check was $45 for the ostrich eggs and $25 for the emu eggs.

    Marlene P.

    Super fun. All the birds have personalities. Questions answered by staff. Went on a Wednesday so not crowded and birds were hungry and active.

    Dora H.

    I have never been to Ostrichland, even though I have passed by a number of times while on route to Solvang! But... I finally visited, and fed an ostrich! Here are my thoughts. Admission was $7 per person, and the feed was $1. They do have special rates for seniors and Military so bring ID if you'd like to take advantage of those! We arrived around noon, and though it was in the middle of December, it felt HOT. The sun is pretty strong, and burns your skin, and there is barely any shade so plan accordingly. The grounds had both ostriches and emus, placed in different pens so you can enjoy different feeding experiences. Some of the birds seemed very well fed, because they ignore your bowl. Overall a fun little pit stop, and something fun to do at least once! I do regret not taking more photos with them, but I was scared of getting pecked~

    Brent Y.

    Ostrichland USA is such a hidden gem. It's a great spot for kids, adults, and even a fun date idea. This was our second time visiting, and the admission prices are very fair: $7 for adults and $4 for kids. Feed is $1 and one container per family is more than enough as we still had leftovers and ended up sharing with another couple. The whole experience takes about 30 minutes. My 5-year-old son absolutely loved it, and this will definitely be a core memory for him. If you're visiting Santa Barbara or Solvang, I highly recommend stopping by. 5 stars overall for a great experience and the free, dedicated, and ample parking.

    Great place to visit !!
    Frank D.

    Try his place is adorable ! It is also simple and well managed. They have a great system for people to come in .. Feed the babies .. buy some swag .. then enjoy the rest of the day. The prices are clearly marked and directions are simple. There are plenty of spots to walk around and feed the birds. Posted signs ate there to remind everyone yo respect the wildlife and their habitat . The proximity you can achieve to these beautiful animals is so gratifying ! The costs are quite low but extremely reasonable. The back area is clean and well kept. The staff are helpful, friendly, and willing to answer questions! Will return soon to feed these guys again! Lived it here !! Cheers !!

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    Aimee K.

    Who knew feeding ostrich and emu would make it onto your bucket list? We had fun stopping to see them roaming around the property that we saw them on when we originally drove past them on our way into Solvang. With the weather being questionable, it just made sense to go do something different for a change. We paid our entrance fees from the parking lot before entering the store. We hadn't planned on buying any feed for the ostriches and emus so we still had to stop to make that purchase. It was interesting to see the emus and fun to watch them eat. They were much gentler than we expected but maybe they were on good behavior that day? They were all quite vocal but trying to figure out which one was making all the noise was a challenge. Some of the emus were walking away from the fence but we couldn't figure out why they were leaving. We moved over to feed the ostrich which were surprisingly much larger than we realized. As far as we could tell they only have two toes while the emus have three. There are definitely zoo animal smells going on so if anyone has sensitive olfactory senses they should be forewarned. We enjoyed our visit and encourage others to visit too! Great for families with kids!

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    Leslie Q.

    Came to Ostrichland USA after hearing about it from a friend and then also finding out that it was nearby one of our stops along the way to Solvang/SoCal/Disney. What a cool place to be! Ostrichland is located just off the 246 right before you hit Solvang. We came on a Wednesday afternoon and there were maybe 2 or 3 other groups of people... not busy or crowded at all! Here's how it works: - Walk in through the main gift shop to pay for entry - It is $7 to get in + $1 if you want to feed them, which seems like such a great deal for an hour or two of entertainment! - A worker will hand you a bowl that has a handle and a small scoop of pellets to feed the birds! - Make sure you're holding TIGHT on that bowl; some of the birds will try to grab the bowl instead of the food lol Not only were there ostriches both young and mature, there were also EMU! They growled like dinosaurs! On top of that there are a bunch of squirrel... taking advantage of all the dropped food I'm sure haha PS they have a resident kitty named Piper who is about 15 years old! She is so cute! Such a great unforgettable stop and worth the visit for sure.

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    How much is a ostrich egg?

    Hi $45.00 Call 805 686 9696… 

    Do we have to buy a ticket for a one year old?

    Yes it's everyone 13 and under is child.

    Do you sell ostrich eggs?

    Hello Diana: Ostrich Egg Season is over : Check back Late spring 2025 ...Thank you ...Our emus will start laying soon..Delicious and equal to 12 chicken eggs in a cool green shell ... Thanks so much

    Can you touch the Ostrich?

    No You should not reach over the fence to touch the ostriches or emus.

    Do you serve ostrich meat?

    We do not... ✌️

    Do i have to book online in advance or can i get admission on spot? planning to go there on 19th feb

    Reservations are not needed. Nice big venue with easy walking paths. Nice gift shop too. You will definitely have a good time! Plan for 20+ minutes there.

    Are you guys open today?

    Yes !!!!

    Are you open on New Year's Day?

    Yes we are. 9am to 5 pm.

    Is it opened on X mass eve day, Dec24?? Thank you.

    Hi Angela:: 9am to 2pm. Happiest Of Holidays … appreciate your patience

    Do we need to reserve spots or can we just show up?

    Hi …Best to book ahead for busy weekends …we always welcome walk ins … Even if you don’t know exactly what time of day you will come we will accept your reservation… If you don’t have a reservation on a busy weekend or holiday you will just have to… 

    Can I pay extra money and ride an ostrich?

    No but you can donate extra money towards animal conservation

    Are (small) dogs allowed?

    Yes, we saw quite a few dogs while we were there. And none of them were service dogs.

    Are you wheelchair accessable?

    Hi DeAnn: We do have some ramps available for wheelchair access...

    Do I need to pay for my 4 month old baby's ticket?

    No No.. not… no charge for your Baby :)

    Do you need to buy tickets ahead of time during the week right now or is it pretty easy to just walk up and get tickets?

    My family went on a Monday and it wasn't crowded at all. We did reserve a spot the night before.

    Do you need a reservation or can I come in during open hours?

    You can reserve a spot or just show up.

    Are dogs allowed when visiting?

    They were last year when we went! It still says dogs allowed on the main page! Call to confirm but they've been dog friendly for a long time!

    Is ostrich land open today?

    Yep! Just have to wait outside until it is your turn to feed them.

    Is this place open on New Year's Day?

    What wine pairs well with ostrich jerky?

    The ostrich are to be fed not consumed.

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    Review Highlights - Ostrichland USA

    Pricing was $7 for adults and $3 for kids under 12 plus $1 for each person wanting to feed the Ostrich and Emu.

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