Oxnard Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Oxnard
Oxnard
Oxnard
Oxnard
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With miles of beautiful coastline, beaches perfect for sunbathing or surfing and a bustling downtown, this city in southern California is a sunny paradise.

Oxnard is an idyllic spot on California’s southern coast. It is the largest city in Ventura County, but its laidback spirit makes it feel more like a large beach town. 

Spend the day enjoying the sun along Oxnard’s 20 miles (32 kilometres) of scenic coastline. The city has nearly a dozen beaches. Fly a kite over the rolling green lawns of Oxnard Beach Park or barbecue in the picnic area. Hollywood Beach is known for its silver screen connections it was a film location and the home of Clark Gable. Enjoy prime surfing conditions on the famous waves of Silver Strand Beach. 

Oxnard is known as the “Gateway to the Channel Islands.” From Oxnard’s harbour, hop on a boat or ferry and reach the Channel Islands National Park in less than 90 minutes. Then rent a kayak for the afternoon or explore the park’s five islands by foot.

The harbour is also the starting point for popular whale-watching tours, best from December through April. Twenty-eight species of dolphins and whales frequent the Ventura County coastline. The annual grey whale migration is a rare and wondrous sight. 

Heritage Square is a unique feature of Oxnard’s downtown. To preserve history in the face of expanding city development, historical buildings were reproduced or moved from their original locations and relocated to Heritage Square. Visit the square to attend one of the outdoor summer concerts ranging from reggae to rock ‘n’ roll. 

Oxnard’s museums offer attractions for all ages and interests. Enjoy the rotating exhibits at Carnegie Art Museum. Explore fascinating ship models, including one made of bone by French prisoners of war during the 18th century, at the Ventura County Maritime Museum. From its ocean touch-tank to a mock farmers market, Gull Wings Children’s Museum offers numerous hands-on experiences.

Whether you are dining and shopping downtown or exploring the breathtaking coastline, Oxnard is an enchanting destination. Enjoy the warm weather and sun that shines on the city year-round.

Where to stay in Oxnard

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Channel Islands

While there might not be top attractions in Channel Islands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Channel Islands Harbor and Oxnard State Beach.

Channel Islands
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Oxnard Shores

5/5(4 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Oxnard Shores, Oxnard State Beach and Channel Islands Harbor are top sights worth seeing.

Oxnard Shores
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Hollywood Beach

While there might not be top attractions in Hollywood Beach, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Channel Islands Harbor and Oxnard State Beach.

Hollywood Beach
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Hollywood

While visiting Hollywood, you might make a stop by sights like Channel Islands Harbor and Naval Base Ventura County - Port Hueneme.

Hollywood
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Channel Islands Beach

While visiting Channel Islands Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Silver Strand Beach and Naval Base Ventura County - Port Hueneme.

Channel Islands Beach
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Silver Strand

While visiting Silver Strand, you might make a stop by sights like Silver Strand Beach and Naval Base Ventura County - Port Hueneme.

Silver Strand
Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 out of 5
2101 Mandalay Beach Rd, Oxnard, CA
The price is ₹16,860 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
₹16,860
₹22,700 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Oxnard. Enjoy a beach locale, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (612 reviews)
"Seamless our 35 year anniversary they made us feel special. Very friendly and uplifting Thank you"

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2025

Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
Courtyard by Marriott Oxnard Ventura
Courtyard by Marriott Oxnard Ventura
3 out of 5
600 East Esplanade Drive, Oxnard, CA
The price is ₹13,166 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
₹13,166
₹15,035 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Oxnard. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Good business style hotel with reasonable food.
"This is a clean and well maintained hotel. It has a bistro type restaurant and bar and the food is good though a bit generic. Marketplace is medium sized though prices are of course high. The courtyard is nice but be sure to get a room facing it and not the highway. The main downside is this obnoxious ..."

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2025

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Hilton Garden Inn Oxnard/Camarillo
Hilton Garden Inn Oxnard/Camarillo
3 out of 5
2000 Solar Dr, Oxnard, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹12,264 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
₹12,264
₹13,981 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Oxnard. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Oxnard/Camarillo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Channel Island Shores
Channel Island Shores
3 out of 5
1311 Mandalay Beach Rd, Oxnard, CA
Stay at this 3-star beach condo in Oxnard. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (577 reviews)
Thanks
"We had fun"

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2025

Channel Island Shores
Mandalay Shores Resort
Mandalay Shores Resort
3.5 out of 5
5226 Neptune Square, Oxnard, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star condo in Oxnard. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Oxnard State Beach and Mandalay Beach are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (85 reviews)
Home away from home
"This place was amazing true vacation just bring your clothes and got play in the sand! “It doesn’t get better then this”. Traveling with my husband two children and my mother in law and our Memaw. We was steps away from the beach and this is an enormous beach with plenty sand area a park volleyball ..."

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2024

Mandalay Shores Resort
Caravan Outpost
Caravan Outpost
2 out of 5
317 Bryant St., Ojai, CA
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Soule Park Golf Course and Ojai Art Center are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (240 reviews)
Cute experience
"Very cute place. For years I’ve always wanted to stay in an airstream and this afforded me that opportunity. It was a very enjoyable experience. There’s a kitchen in the Aistream, but absolutely nothing in the kitchen, except for an electric kettle, sink, fridge, microwave and some tea and coffee ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2025

Caravan Outpost
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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