Coastal Towns

Oxnard, Ojai, and Ventura, California coastal towns, are usually stopover points for travelers heading up to LA.

While there's no big city hustle and bustle in these shoreline communities, travelers might consider touring Ventura's historic Mission San Buenaventura, founded in 1782, then walking through the Ventura County Museum of History & Art, renowned for its Native American Room and Mexican-American War artifacts.

Although known for trendy home decor shops and numerous bed and breakfasts, what truly recommends these small towns is the breathtaking scenery. Visitors passing through this area should be sure to tour the new 31-mile Scenic Coastal Drive that weaves through Port Hueneme, Oxnard, and Ventura.