Things to do in Oxnard

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Oxnard State Beach Park
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Mandalay Beach, Oxnard, CA

Mandalay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mandalay Beach during your trip to Oxnard? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Mandalay Beach
Channel Islands Harbor in Oxnard, California

Channel Islands Harbor

4.5/5(312 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Oxnard with a trip to Channel Islands Harbor. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Channel Islands Harbor
seagull at sand beach in cold winter day. Silver gull with blach head on the shore

Silver Strand Beach

4/5(67 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Silver Strand Beach during your travels in Oxnard?

Silver Strand Beach
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Oxnard State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Oxnard State Beach during your trip to Oxnard?

Oxnard State Beach

Mandalay State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mandalay State Beach during your trip to Oxnard? Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Mandalay State Beach

Mandalay County Park

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mandalay County Park, a lovely green space in Oxnard. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Mandalay County Park

Channel Islands Maritime Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Channel Islands Maritime Museum during your trip to Oxnard. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Channel Islands Maritime Museum

Carnegie Art Museum

3.5/5(9 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Carnegie Art Museum during your travels in Oxnard. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Carnegie Art Museum

Kiddie Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kiddie Beach during your trip to Oxnard?

Kiddie Beach

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Oxnard

Southern California beach at Sunset in Oxnard Hollywood Beach

Hollywood

4.5/5(30 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Hollywood, Channel Islands Harbor and Naval Base Ventura County - Port Hueneme are top sights worth seeing.

Hollywood
Sunset in Santa Barbara pink sky

Oxnard Shores

4.5/5(87 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
Anacapa Island Arch and Lighthouse with pelicans flying over in the Channel Islands National Park offshore from the Ventura Oxnard area of southern California USA

Channel Islands

5/5(1 area review)

While Channel Islands isn't home to many top sights, Channel Islands Harbor and Oxnard State Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Channel Islands
Couple enjoying the moon's reflection on the ocean sitting on the beach looking over at rocky pier with a white building beacon and container ship in background at night time

Hollywood Beach

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hollywood Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Channel Islands Harbor and Oxnard State Beach.

Hollywood Beach
Channel Islands Harbor breakwater and light signal on the California gold coast at Port Hueneme California United States

Silver Strand

Discover marine life at Silver Strand Beach, a one-mile-long sandy beach with limited parking and restroom facilities. Enjoy small restaurants and a local beer & wine establishment in the nearby commercial districts.

Silver Strand
Sunset view of the Channel Islands seen from beach in Ventura California United States

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

Popular day trips from Oxnard

Ventura

Ventura

Ventura pier at sunset, California

Camarillo

Sunset at Port Hueneme beach jetty rock seawall in Oxnard California United States

Port Hueneme

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Santa Paula

Malibu

Malibu

Los Angeles

Los Angeles

Frequently asked questions

Is Oxnard worth visiting?
Oxnard offers an interesting mix of attractions, local charm and culture. Whether you're into history, nature or traditional food, there are many things here to enjoy.
How do I spend a day in Oxnard?
Start your day with a visit to Ventura Pier and Silver Strand Beach. Then, explore other areas of Oxnard for tasty eats and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Oxnard?
Don't leave without checking out Silver Strand Beach, ranked the top tourist attraction in Oxnard.
Is three days enough to stay in Oxnard?
You can easily tour popular attractions like Silver Strand Beach, Mandalay Beach and Oxnard State Beach with a three-day trip to Oxnard. On average, most travelers book two days here. There's plenty to discover nearby too, so stick around longer and venture to Ventura.
Is Oxnard a walkable city?
That comes down to what you'd like to do and see in Oxnard. Several top attractions, like Carnegie Art Museum and Naval Base Ventura County - Port Hueneme, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander around some of Oxnard's best neighborhoods, Five Points Northeast is 0.48 kilometers away from downtown, while Rio Lindo is 3 kilometers away from the city center and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Oxnard with kids?
Whether you're traveling with hard-to-please teens or tiny adventurers, an itinerary filled with cool activities makes all the difference. Browse our ideas for what to do in Oxnard with kids.
What to do in Oxnard for adults?
Ventura City Hall and Mullin Automotive Museum are just a couple of the things to do in Oxnard. With lots of activities available, there's something here for everyone to explore.
Are there free things to do in Oxnard?
From relaxing in parks to strolling around hip neighborhoods, it's simple to discover free things to do in Oxnard. If you need inspiration, get some tips from a local tour guide. Silver Strand Beach is a great spot for anyone wishing to save on their travel adventures.