Location: Thousand Oaks
Top Things to do in Thousand Oaks
What to do and see in Thousand Oaks, California (CA): The Best Free Things to do
Thousand Oaks is the second-largest city in Ventura County, California, United States. It is in the northwestern part of Greater Los Angeles, approximately 35 miles (56 km) from Downtown Los Angeles and is less than 15 mi (24 km) from the Los Angeles city neighborhood of Woodland Hills. It was named after the many oak trees that grow in the area, and the city seal is adorned with an oak.
Restaurants in Thousand Oaks
1. Grant R. Brimhall Library
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By slr_7 - Thousand Oaks, United States
This is the main library for Thousand Oaks. It has a wonderful children's are and a large collection of books, music CDs, Movie DVDs, magazines, genealogy center, etc.. There is a lovely very large aquarium in the center of the library. There is ample parking and a lovely park adjacent to it which is good for picnicking, walking, viewing birds and fish in the ponds.
2. Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 129 reviews
The world’s largest urban national park, extending more than 45 miles from the Hollywood Bow to Ventura, features a rich variety of plants and wildlife.
Reviewed By Cavydad - Camarillo, United States
Imagine, deer, trees, meadows just off highway 101. I especially enjoy the Cheseboro canyon area. Walk, contemplate, visualize the oak forest, watch for deer and critters. Wonderful place.
3. The Gardens of the World
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 256 reviews
The Gardens of the World is privately owned and operated by the Hogan Family Foundation, Inc. The Gardens exist not only as a cultural contribution to the community, but as an educational tool. Volunteer docents lead guided tours and assist with school tours throughout the year.
Reviewed By L4827DJrobertm - Westlake Village, United States
Walking through the lovely flowers and plants took away the hustle and bustle of daily life and as my wife would say stop and smell the roses. And also the other blooming plants.
4. The Best Halloween Store Ever!
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
The largest Halloween prop shop in the country! Filled with the most amazing decorations suitable for any budget. We have a great selection of adult costumes and lots of accessories too.
5. Paradise Falls
6. Wildwood Regional Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 111 reviews
Reviewed By slr_7 - Thousand Oaks, United States
The park has numerous well maintained hiking trails for all age groups from casual hikers to the very rugged hiker. It is a very large park of several hundred acres. One of the easier trails takes you past a waterfall which runs almost all year round. The park is in the heart of the city, but it is not overly developed. It is also the site of numerous Western movies that were filmed in the past 70 years. There are several places to park, so it is not an issue. I have visited this park many times over the years.
7. Conejo Valley Botanic Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By costay2016
What a beautiful and peaceful place to take a short hike in our already beautiful town. The plants and trees are laid out and labeled nicely, and it is free to use. Recommend it for all out-of-town guests.
8. The Oaks
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By karynb627 - Los Angeles, United States
They have all the good shops, and eateries, and the mall has a really relaxed feel about it. My teenager loves the Forever 21, and there are even places for mom to shop.
