Location: Ojai
Top Things to do in Ojai
The 10 Best Shopping in Ojai, California (CA)
Nestled in a picturesque valley just 75 miles north of Los Angeles, Ojai is brimming with small town charm and creativity. Get lost in locally owned boutiques with hand-crafted wares, galleries, and distinctive cafes. Explore the outdoors with opportunities to horseback ride, mountain bike, rock climb, hike, golf or play tennis. Surrounded by scenic hills and aromatic orchards, Ojai is the perfect place for a rejuvenating retreat.
Restaurants in Ojai
1. Tartaglia Fine Art
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5.0 based on 17 reviews
A gallery of fine art in the heart of historic downtown Ojai CA. A traditional feel with a few surprises, featuring local plein air landscapes and equine paintings.
2. Beatrice Wood Center for the Arts
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5.0 based on 97 reviews
Admission is $5. Guided tours are $10. Led by Kevin Wallace, Director of the Center, the guided tour includes the Permanent Collection, Current Exhibitions, and Beatrice Wood’s Studio. Wallace shares insight into Beatrice Wood’s involvement in the New York Dada Movement, the Theosophical Society, the creation of the Happy Valley Foundation, and Beatrice Wood’s unique approach to art and life. The Center is located ten minutes from downtown Ojai. Who was Beatrice Wood? Beatrice Wood was an important contemporary artist, craftsperson and writer. Her life ran the course of the 20th century and included many of the figures that shaped it. Ultimately, her genius was in the marriage of wide-ranging influences in her work. The spirit of Dadaism, impact of Modernism, embrace of Eastern philosophy, influence of folk art and even the ornament of ethnic jewelry were all combined in her ceramics.
Reviewed By julesrichman - Ojai, United States
Beatrice Wood was a unique woman & her Center in Upper Ojai is worth seeing. It’s a fabulous large ranch like property, obviously she had money! You will able to see her famous high gloss ceramics & read a bit about her life —if you are unfamiliar with the “Mother of Dada.”
3. Soul Centered a Metaphysical Shoppe and Event Center
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
4. Bart's Books
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5.0 based on 132 reviews
Reviewed By melstrong79 - Long Beach, United States
Tons of used books everywhere, wide variety, and good prices. It’s a book lovers paradise! Also cute little spots to curl up with good book and hang out for a while if you have the time.
5. Poppies Art and Gifts
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
6. OVA Arts
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
Experience Ojai’s Vibrant Art Scene! OVA Arts offers a unique selection contemporary fine arts, jewelry and crafts by local artists in the heart of downtown Ojai, California.
Reviewed By SallyM265 - Los Angeles, United States
I met Carlos at a pop-up art event in LA a few years ago and recalled that he lived in Ojai. So when I was planning a visit to the area, I reached out to him and he said he would be here and to stop by. What a great gallery and collection of art from a variety of local artists. Carlos was there, friendly as always. Such a talented man; his art is just wonderful! It was so nice to chat with him and take a look around at all the amazing work displayed and for sale. And of course, take home a little something. So glad I was able to spend some time here. Will definitely be back! So good to see you, Carlos!
7. Porch Gallery Ojai
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
The Porch Gallery Ojai is located in a historic building in downtown Ojai at 310 E. Matilija Street. The gallery represents emerging and established contemporary artists as well as producing artistic events throughout the Ojai Valley.
Reviewed By P3398WIcindyb - Ojai, United States
Porch Gallery produces consistently great art shows, showing talented local artists but most often from around the world. The art is wide ranging, a variety of mediums and all are well publicized by the owners, Heather and Lisa. The openings are inside and out, usually overflowing from the porch onto the lawn. Restaurants are walking distance so it makes for a great evening!
8. Dan Schultz Fine Art Gallery and Studio
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
Fine art gallery and working studio of award-winning California artist, Dan Schultz. The gallery features his landscapes, figures and portraits in oil which continue to receive national recognition.
Reviewed By caseycelia
Dan is a wonderful artist, a terrific teacher and a lovely human. Take time to visit this little gem of a studio while in Ojai to see his beautiful landscapes!
9. Nomad Gallery
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Nomad Gallery specializes in arts, artifacts, jewelry, textiles and clothing from artisans around the world and the paintings of these cultures by Leslie Clark. It is also the home base for The Nomad Foundation bringing healthcare, education, water and opportunities to nomads in Niger.
10. FIrestick Pottery
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
Firestick Pottery is a working ceramics studio. Take a free tour, watch master potters at work, take a pottery class or feast your eyes in our gallery. We're surrounded by nature, on the edge of town. Workshops are offered to visiting guests by arrangement, for a nominal fee. Call to schedule yours.
