8) Ojai
Los Angeles city-folk flock to Ojai on weekends and summer vacations to enjoy a relaxing retreat from their hectic lifestyles so the best time to schedule your own Ojai break is when most of the masses are working. Located 90 miles north of Los Angeles, Ojai is a scenic and historic town that dates back to the early 1800s. Most of the old architecture in Ojai is colourful and distinctive Spanish Mission Revival, such as the Arcade Plaza which is also the town’s premier spot for shopping and dining. Art galleries are also in abundance in Ojai and the Ojai Valley Museum and Ojai Art Center are popular with tourists. It’s no surprise the locals are inspired as Ojai is surrounded by the majestic scenery of the Los Padres National Forest and the Topatopa Mountains. Ojai also enjoys close proximity to some wonderful vineyards.
