Guidebook for Ojai
Sightseeing
Book lovers have to go here. It's unique. Inside / outside. Regular visitors to Ojai always check in to see Barts. You won't be disappointed.
55 locals recommend
Bart's Books
302 W Matilija StBook lovers have to go here. It's unique. Inside / outside. Regular visitors to Ojai always check in to see Barts. You won't be disappointed.
Get to see the interesting history of Ojai. A must see if you have interest in Ojai of a 100 years ago.
32 locals recommend
Ojai Valley Museum of History and Art
110 N Signal StGet to see the interesting history of Ojai. A must see if you have interest in Ojai of a 100 years ago.
The Arcade Plaza
256 E Ojai AveLots of good shops and restaurants with patios in the back.
Food scene
The cover shows me enjoying lunch outside at Jimmie's Pub, in The Ojai Vally Inn. From where I'm sitting, under a beautiful oak tree, I have an amazing view of the mountains. It's gorgeous! Oh, and the food is good too :-)
I come here a lot. Super casual as you can see, order your food then go outside and they will bring it to you. It's a sort of walled in garden type feel. I photographed one of my favourites, chicken salad won ton. I get the big one they save the rest for 2 nights later and it's even better. Their pizza is wonderful too.
63 locals recommend
Papa Lennon's
515 W El Roblar DrI come here a lot. Super casual as you can see, order your food then go outside and they will bring it to you. It's a sort of walled in garden type feel. I photographed one of my favourites, chicken salad won ton. I get the big one they save the rest for 2 nights later and it's even better. Their pizza is wonderful too.
This was opening day. I can't remember what was in the salads, but they were great. The whole menu is appealing. We sat outside but inside is also a feast for your eyes. Lovely and unique designs, the floors, walls and lamps... everything.
7 locals recommend
Sage Ojai
217 E Matilija StThis was opening day. I can't remember what was in the salads, but they were great. The whole menu is appealing. We sat outside but inside is also a feast for your eyes. Lovely and unique designs, the floors, walls and lamps... everything.
Excellent produce and everything else. Truly an upper crust market just one block from downtown Ojai.
22 locals recommend
Westridge Market IGA Ojai CA
802 E Ojai AveExcellent produce and everything else. Truly an upper crust market just one block from downtown Ojai.
Farmer and the Cook
339 W El Roblar DrHome grown produce prepared to perfection.
Shops
BOSCH MICHELLE
Wonderful store, a feast for your eyes and something for everyone.
An exquisite store in the Arcade called Bosche Michelle. It is a feast for the eyes. Enter through the front or the back.
94 locals recommend
Ojai
An exquisite store in the Arcade called Bosche Michelle. It is a feast for the eyes. Enter through the front or the back.
There is so much to see. Beautiful rugs and unique lamps. Jewelry, cushions and more on the other side of that door.
GUNAYS SHOP
246 E Ojai AveThere is so much to see. Beautiful rugs and unique lamps. Jewelry, cushions and more on the other side of that door.
Swimming pool and slide
The swimming pool and slide are part of the lake camping community. You may have to pay a small fee, but you can save on parking if there are spaces available without going through the main gate. Only a short walk to the pool.
This is the lake where the rowing competition took place at the 1984 Olympics. During the drought that started a few years ago, acres of land was exposed where once there was water. It's a little better now but it will take a few good rain years to bring it back to what it once was. You can rent boats , canoes, take a picnic, go bass fishing alone or with a guide. It has a 100 mile of shore line.
19 locals recommend
Lake Casitas
This is the lake where the rowing competition took place at the 1984 Olympics. During the drought that started a few years ago, acres of land was exposed where once there was water. It's a little better now but it will take a few good rain years to bring it back to what it once was. You can rent boats , canoes, take a picnic, go bass fishing alone or with a guide. It has a 100 mile of shore line.
Carpinteria
Close by. Wonderful beaches, and horseback riding on the beach.
Los Padres Outfitters
4.9(88) · 17.0 mi
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4.9(88) · 17.0 mi
Horseback riding service · Santa Barbara, CA
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Traveler advice
Don't miss
Rainbow Bridge 211 Matilija Street, Parallel to Ojai Ave.,
It's a market, different from Vons etc. Has items you won't find elsewhere, it has a wonderful takeout section and also an area to eat inside or out. You can also find great gifts, if you're looking. There is a huge 2 hour parking lot which is also the back entrance to Rains department store, and next door to Sage.
Getting around
bicycles are a fun way to get around the town and explore.
Bicycles are for rent at the Mob Shop 110 W ojaiAve They have all kinds of cycles, even with a motor option!
But remember, I have two bikes for you in my garage. You could rent helmets if you want, from the Mob Shop.
Don't miss
Bosch Michelle
Beautiful, tasteful, store in the Arcade. The photographs show what I mean, but being there is a treat for your soul.