Thousand Oaks Travel Guide

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Located in the beautiful California region of the United States, Thousand Oaks is a city that offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural attractions, and outdoor adventures. Known for its stunning landscapes and vibrant community, Thousand Oaks is a destination that caters to all types of travelers.

Nature enthusiasts will be in awe of the breathtaking scenery that surrounds Thousand Oaks. The city is nestled in the Conejo Valley, surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque mountains. Outdoor activities abound, with numerous hiking trails, biking routes, and nature reserves to explore. The Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, just minutes away from Thousand Oaks, offers endless opportunities for adventure, including rock climbing, horseback riding, and camping.

For those seeking a more cultural experience, Thousand Oaks has much to offer. The city is home to the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, a state-of-the-art performing arts center that hosts a variety of concerts, theater productions, and dance performances throughout the year. Art enthusiasts will also appreciate the numerous galleries and art studios scattered around the city, showcasing the work of local and international artists.

History buffs will find plenty to explore in Thousand Oaks as well. The Stagecoach Inn Museum, a historical landmark dating back to the early 19th century, provides a glimpse into the region's rich past. Visitors can wander through the museum's exhibits, which showcase artifacts and memorabilia from the pioneer era. The Chumash Indian Museum is another must-visit attraction, offering insight into the Native American culture that once thrived in the area.

In addition to its natural and cultural attractions, Thousand Oaks is also a shopper's paradise. The city boasts a wide range of shopping centers and boutiques, offering everything from high-end fashion to unique local crafts. The Oaks Mall, one of the largest shopping destinations in the region, features a variety of renowned brands and restaurants.

Alternative names: Population: 129.3 thous.Area: 55.33 mi²Elevation: 728 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 34°10'57"N, 118°52'30"W

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Thousand Oaks Attractions - What to See and Explore

Thousand Oaks offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Conejo Players Theatre, Lynn Oaks Park, Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, Gardens of the World. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

Concerts and shows • Theater • Performing arts
Conejo Players Theatre
Conejo Players Theatre is a performing arts theater in Thousand Oaks, California. Established in 1958, it is the oldest theater in the city -- as well as one of the oldest in Southern California.
Park • Ventu Park
Lynn Oaks Park
Lynn Oaks Park is a seven-acre community park in the southern part of Newbury Park, CA, which includes trails to numerous surrounding nature areas, including but not limited to the Hope Nature Preserve, Hidden Valley, and the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.
Concerts and shows • Theater
Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza
The Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza is a performing arts center and city hall for the city of Thousand Oaks, California. Across Thousand Oaks Boulevard from Gardens of the World, the site is considered the downtown core of the city. City hall includes Planning and Building Department, Public Works and other city departments.

Park • Garden
Gardens of the World
Gardens of the World is a botanical garden in Thousand Oaks, California, situated directly across Thousand Oaks Boulevard from Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, within the downtown core of the city.
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Joel McCrea Ranch
The Joel McCrea Ranch in Thousand Oaks, California is also known as the August DuMortier Ranch. The ranch is rare surviving example of the large cattle ranches and fields of grain which once dotted the Santa Rosa and Conejo valleys in eastern Ventura County.
Botanical garden • Park • Garden
Conejo Valley Botanic Garden
Conejo Valley Botanic Garden is located in Thousand Oaks, California, and consists of a peak with vista views along with 15 hillside botanical gardens. It provides a teaching laboratory for what flora works and what does not work in the Conejo Valley.
Museum
Chumash Indian Museum
Chumash Indian Museum is a Native American Interpretive Center in northeast Thousand Oaks, California. It is the site of a former Chumash village, known as Sap'wi.
Park • Trail
Tarantula Hill
Tarantula Hill, also known as Dawn’s Peak, is a 1,057-foot-high peak in Thousand Oaks, California. It is located on a 45-acre open space and is operated by the Conejo Open Space Conservation Agency.
Park • Rancho Conejo
Rancho Conejo Playfields
Rancho Conejo Playfields is a 13 acres multi-use community park in Newbury Park, California, adjacent to Conejo Canyons Open Space and the Arroyo Conejo Nature Preserve which includes 302 acres of public open-space land and numerous trails in the western Simi Hills.
History museum • Museum
Stagecoach Inn
The Stagecoach Inn Museum in Newbury Park, California, originally known as the Grand Union Hotel, was used as a resting area for people who traveled from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara. Besides a hotel and stagecoach stop, it has also been used as a post office, church, restaurant and military school.
Park • Ventu Park
Hope Nature Preserve
Hope Nature Preserve is a 360-acre nature preserve in Newbury Park, California. It was a gift to the city from its owner, actor Bob Hope, whom it is named for. It is located by the Newbury Park-Thousand Oaks “border” in southern Conejo Valley.
Museum
Conejo Valley Art Museum
Conejo Valley Art Museum is a museum located at Janss Marketplace in Thousand Oaks, California. Established in 1978, the museum showcases fine art, modern art, abstracts, textiles and sculptures. Displays are changing periodically and often include artwork featured on national tours.
34°10'17"N • 118°52'48"W
Case Study House No. 28
The Case Study House No. 28, at 91 Inverness Rd. Thousand Oaks, California, is the only Case Study House in Ventura County. Built during 1965–66, it was listed on the National Register along with several other Case Study Houses in Los Angeles County on July 24, 2013, as part of the "Case Study House Program NPS".
34°11'13"N • 118°53'6"W
Hillcrest Center for the Arts
Performing arts • Museum • Art gallery
Street • Sunset Hills
Norwegian Grade
The Norwegian Grade is a 2 miles section of Moorpark Road from the Santa Rosa Valley up into the Simi Hills and the city of Thousand Oaks, within Ventura County, California.
34°11'50"N • 118°51'25"W
Conejo Valley Days
Nature • Natural attraction • Entertainment
Town • Neighbourhood
Newbury Park
Newbury Park is a populated place and town in Ventura County, California, United States. Most of it lies within the western Thousand Oaks city limits, while unincorporated areas include Casa Conejo and Ventu Park.
Museum • North Ranch
American Radio Archive
American Radio Archives is located within the Thousand Oaks Library in Thousand Oaks, California and contains one of the largest collections of radio broadcasting in the United States and in the world.
Library • North Ranch
Grant R. Brimhall Library
The Grant R. Brimhall Library serves as the main library for the city of Thousand Oaks, California. It is controlled by the Thousand Oaks Library System, which also controls the Newbury Park Branch Library. The Grant R. Brimhall Building is located on Janss Rd. near State Route 23.

Things to See and Do in Thousand Oaks by Category

Sights, interesting and unusual places and attractions valued by most tourists. See the list of places to visit in Thousand Oaks.

Culture

Conejo Players Theatre
Thousand Oaks
Concerts and showsTheaterPerforming artsLos Robles
Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza
Thousand Oaks
Concerts and showsTheaterNorth Ranch
Hillcrest Center for the Arts
Thousand Oaks
Performing artsMuseumArt gallery

Shopping

Janss Marketplace
Thousand Oaks
ShoppingShopping centre
The Oaks Mall
Thousand Oaks
ShoppingShopping centre
The Lakes at Thousand Oaks
Thousand Oaks
ShoppingShopping centreNorth Ranch

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Day trips

Thousand Oaks – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Thousand Oaks, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Rodeo Drive (Los Angeles), Griffith Park (Los Angeles), Whisky a Go Go.

28 milesE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Rodeo Drive, Los Angeles
Rodeo Drive, located in the heart of Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, epitomizes luxury, fashion, and exclusivity. This famed shopping district, spanning just three blocks within the 90210 zip code, is home to a constellation of high-end designer boutiques, jewelry stores...
33 milesE
Park
Griffith Park, Los Angeles
Griffith Park, nestled in the eastern Santa Monica Mountain range, is the cherished green heart of Los Angeles and one of the largest urban parks in North America. Spanning over 4,300 acres, it offers Angelenos and visitors alike a sublime retreat from the urban...
29 milesE
Dancing, Nightlife
Whisky a Go Go
The Whisky a Go Go is an iconic nightclub and music venue located on the Sunset Strip in West Hollywood, California. Since its opening in 1964, it has been a launching pad for countless music careers and a hotspot for rock and roll culture.
24 milesE
Museum
J Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles
Nestled atop the hills of Los Angeles, the J. Paul Getty Museum, commonly known as the Getty, is a paragon of art and architecture. This remarkable museum offers a diverse collection of European paintings, drawings, sculpture, illuminated manuscripts, decorative arts...
33 milesE
Museum, Science museum
Griffith Observatory, Los Angeles
Perched atop the southern slope of Mount Hollywood in Los Angeles' Griffith Park, the Griffith Observatory stands as a beacon of astronomical discovery and a cultural icon of the city. This esteemed museum, dedicated to the public's engagement with astronomy, offers a...

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Best Time To Visit Thousand Oaks

Learn when is the best time to travel to Thousand Oaks weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

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May, June and August are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in April, September and November.

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The highest air temperature is in July, August and September. While the coldest is in January, February, March and December.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in June and July. Most of it rains in January and February.

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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What are the top attractions to visit in Thousand Oaks?

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What is the best time to visit Thousand Oaks?

May, June and August are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in April, September and November. The highest air temperature is in July, August and September. While the coldest is in January, February, March and December.