Things to Do in Oxnard
Oxnard Things To Do Guide
Rich in history and graced with beautiful beaches, Oxnard, California is a great place to live. There are plenty of things to do in Oxnard that are ideal for local residents who have some free time and want to spend it in their hometown. Oxnard offers everything from wine tasting to whale watching, and it is full of interesting museums.
Channel Islands whale watching cruises are a special way for families to enjoy marine wildlife in its native habitat. The cruises last about three hours, and participants get to see the grey whales, humpback whales, sea lions and dolphins that are native to the waters off the coast of Oxnard. Boat trip lovers can also sail 11 miles offshore to the Channel Islands National Park, where unspoiled natural beauty awaits them along with places to enjoy kayaking, snorkeling, hiking and other activities in this unique atmosphere.
Onshore, wine enthusiasts can experience a wine tasting tour of the Herzog Wine Cellars. This major producer of kosher wines also has a first class restaurant that wine and food lovers of all origins enjoy along with the tour of the winery. Another choice for wine lovers who live in or are visiting Oxnard is the tasting room at Rancho Ventavo Cellars. After visiting this tasting room, enjoy a delicious Italian meal at the restaurant next door.
Fans of museums have many choices in Oxnard. The Murphy Auto Museum is one of the major Oxnard attractions, as it is full of unique 1920s and 1930s handcrafted French and Italian cars, few of which remain outside of this museum. It also features model trains. Families with children who have several years to go before they can even think of getting drivers licenses enjoy visiting the Gull Wings Children's Museum. This museum is interactive, and its exhibits include a rock wall for little ones to climb as well as a dual model train layout.
Oxnard offers many options for people who want to explore the city and enjoy both outdoor and indoor activities.
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Channel Islands Whale Watching
- Oxnard
Tour rugged north shore of Anacapa Island & view wildlife around Channel Islands National Park and Marine Sanctuary on 4-hour narrated tour
Channel Islands Sportfishing
- Oxnard
Groups cast lines into the waters of the Channel Islands, reeling in halibut, white sea bass, and other fish
Rocksteady Fitness
- Ventura
Seasoned instructors lead students of all fitness levels through fitness classes such as Zumba, yoga, and kickboxing
The Pirate Boat Ride
- Channel Islands
Boat rides showcase Channel Islands Harbor and Mandalay Bay, particularly birds and sea lions and breathtaking Anacapa Island
Gull Wings Children's Museum
- Downtown Oxnard
Kids learn as they explore exhibits on topics such as trains, caves, and firefighting
Barrel 33
- San Buenaventura (Ventura)
Fluffy dark-chocolate soufflés balance sips of champagne amid a stone-topped bar or enclosed wine garden
Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
- Ojai
Acclaimed course has hosted Senior PGA Tour events and rounds for celebrities such as Will Smith and Bob Hope
Bikram Yoga Thousand Oaks
- Newbury Park
Certified instructors guide students of all skill levels through Bikram yoga's 26 postures and two breathing exercises in heated studio
J. Hamilton Wines
- Westlake Village
After sampling seven wines—including sparkling peach, chardonnay, and syrah—take home a bottle of white, red, or sparkling wine
Winemaker Justin Tatum at Malibu Rocky Oaks Estate Vineyard
- Westlake Village
Award-winning winemaker Justin Tatum shares insights into fermentation and bottling as his students sample wine and cheese
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The expert staff at Queen Beads bestows its customers with a spectrum of materials and guides fledgling jewelry makers during small, hands-on classes and craft-centric birthday parties. Each student can learn the essentials and make a bracelet during a basic-beading class, master simple and versatile macramé, or turn the fruits of chain-bracelet classes into festive saddles for lilliputian horses. Patrons can design their own necklaces out of coral, turquoise, and glass beads, or purchase recycled-glass beads, whose profits benefit primary and secondary schools in Ghana. Queen Beads’ displays also twinkle with vintage and unique modern jewelry, from dainty bracelets to beguiling necklaces.
Lisa Babiuk spent 20 years getting clients into shape before discovering yoga held the complete package for her. In addition to healthily strengthening the body and increasing flexibility, she uses yoga because it’s fun. When speaking of exercise, she says, “We need it for our soul, too. If it isn’t fun, you won’t go back.”
She and her staff impart their light-hearted yet dedicated approach to yoga in classes seven days a week. They teach in dual studios under one roof, with one studio specifically engineered to host hot yoga classes.
