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Gateway to the Central Coast

Where Pacific Coast Highway meets the 101 Freeway north of Malibu, you’ll discover the trendy coastal city of Oxnard, gateway to California’s Central Coast and home to a California Welcome Center.

Discover California’s coastline: experience world-renown Pacific Coast Highway from Malibu to Oxnard; go whale watching form the Channel Islands Harbor; hike the Channel Islands; enjoy wine tasting along Ventura County’s Wine Trail; watch seal’s play in Carpinteria; take in the surf at the Rincon; stroll Santa Barbara’s East Beach; hit the dunes in Santa Maria; spend a day among Santa Ynez Valley wineries; listen to waves at Big Sur. California’s Central Coast boasts sights and sounds, flavors and cultural experiences that no other region delivers.

Only in the Central Coast. Only in California.

Begin your fun in Oxnard, the "Gateway to the Central Coast". Enjoy whale watching, only 11 miles from Oxnard's Channel Islands Harbor. Explore restored farm homes at Oxnard’s Heritage Square. Discover the Channel Islands National Park and The Channel Islands Marine Sanctuary. Visit the memorable Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum, with Air Force One in Simi Valley. See Ventura's historic San Buenaventura Mission, built in 1782. Discover the Ventura County Wine Trail. Whatever you choose, it’s sure to be California.

Make the California Welcome Center Oxnard the first stop on your Central Coast adventure. You'll find info on local, regional and statewide attractions, tickets to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Disneyland and Universal Studios, gifts and souvenirs, a cyber surf spot, clean restrooms, and above all, friendly and professional staff to assist you with your travel planning needs.

Discover why Oxnard is the Gateway to the Central Coast.

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The California Welcome Center Oxnard
1000 Town Center Dr Ste 135
Oxnard, CA 93036

Phone: (805) 385-7545 x224
Fax: (805) 385-7571
Email: info.oxnard@visitcwc.com

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Astonishing Hearst Castle on the Central Coast

Hearst Castle , built over 28 years by architect Julia Morgan for newspaper king William Randolph Hearst, is an incredible example of architecture - and opulence. Saying that the swimming pools are ornate, the gardens are lavish, and the art is priceless is an understatement.

To see some of the 165 rooms, book one of four different tours (in spring, a special evening tour is added). Don't miss the indoor Roman Pool, decorated with gold tile and eight statues of Roman gods, goddesses and heroes. Should you be on a tour at sunset, check out the great sunset view from the terrace near the Neptune Pool.

Visitors can also take a self-guided tour of the famous estate’s gardens, the Neptune Pool and enjoy the Castle walkways and grounds at their own self-directed pace. Tour times start after the regular guided tours have ended for the day, and last until sunset. Professional guide staff are available to answer visitors' questions and interpret the sculptures, gardens, and landscape.

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» Wine Trail Tours
September 5, 2009 11:00 AM to March 8, 2010 5:00 PM

Long known for its agricultural roots and history of winemaking, Ventura County is home to many world class wineries and sits at the gateway to the scenic California Central Coast. Ventura County vintners produce award-winning wines that deliver a memorable tasting experience. Spend a weekend touring the Ventura County Wine Trail Tours and you’ll enjoy a taste of the best of California. Relax in Real California Wine Country! On the tours you will visit tasting rooms, meet wine makers, enjoy warm hospitality, colorful farmers markets, beautiful scenery and historic locations. Saturdays & Sundays, 11am to 5pm Transportation, 4 Wineries and a Gourmet Snack Box Included. Reservations required at least 24 hours in advance.

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