Best Arts and Culture Places in Thousand Oaks

"Head to the coast and take a drive along the world-famous Pacific Coast Highway (PCH). With your convertible top down and your eyes trained on the ocean, it’s easy to miss the entrance to the Getty Villa entrance tucked in the mountainside. This replica of an ancient Roman country house has gardens to meander, galleries of Greek and Roman antiquities to peruse, and expansive views of the Pacific."

"We have mostly looked at the beaches in Malibu, but if you have time, you shouldn’t stop there. There’s much more to discover starting from the Getty Villa (located in the Pacific Palisades District), which resembles an ancient Roman villa displaying about 45,000 pieces of Greek, Roman, and Etruscan art dating back to the period from 6500 B.C."

"Offering swim classes, pool hours, volleyball camp, yoga classes, chamber music, dance classes, cultural tours and more, the Annenberg Community Beach House sits atop five acres of beachfront and has historical roots with William Randolph Hearst, who developed the area for actress Marion Davies in the 1920s. The Beach House was originally a mansion with 100 rooms and a marble swimming pool, set to entertain actors on Santa Monica's Gold Coast. It later became a hotel known as Oceanhouse and the members-only Sand and Beach Club."

"Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049Hours: Tuesday – Friday, noon – 5 p.m. | Saturday & Sunday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.Phone: 310-440-4500Admission: Adults (ages 18+), $12 | Seniors, Full-Time Students With Valid ID, and Kids (ages 12-17), $9 | Kids (ages 2-12), $7 | Kids (under 2), Free | Admission is free to all visitors every Thursday.Membership: Household, $65 | Household-Student, $60 | Household-Senior, $60 | Family, $110 | Family Plus, $175"

"Climb aboard Noah’s Ark at the Skirball for some serious fun!. The ark is full of activities and displays and interactive exhibits so children can climb, build, explore and make-believe. The ark itself is a wonderful, whimsical wooden structure filled with filled animals."

"The gallery space concentrates on a more target style and period of photography. Its main focus is the different aesthetic developments that materialized during the 1970s. The exhibits put an emphasis on landscape and non-narrative photos."

"The outside of the unassuming Depart Foundation simply reads “Depart,” but indoors you will find an expansive collection of artworks focused on taking risks and crossing cultural boundaries. Highlighting some of the most interesting and dynamic artists of our time, the gallery offers a look at contemporary, emerging artists whose work marks a departure from their predecessors. Like the original location in Italy, which opened in 2008, the Southern California gallery encourages creative exploration with a global perspective."

"At Pepperdine University, the Frederick R. Weisman Museum of Art has been showcasing historical and contemporary works with a focus on California since 1992. Their newest exhibit, Pop!. 50 Years of Art & Popular Culture, is open through December 2 and features Keith Haring’s graffiti art, Yayoi Kusama’s polka dot pumpkins, and vintage pieces from the likes of Claes Oldenburg and James Rosenquist."

"Paradise Cove Beach Cafe is literally right on the beach in the northernmost reaches of the Malibu community, almost to Point Dume. The inside of the cafe that has been on this spot for generations has funky booths with a beach-inspired vibe and large windows overlooking the Paradise Cove Beach. You also have the option of choosing lounge chairs right on the beach, giving you a chance to enjoy their famous Fruit Boba Rum Drinks and take in the Malibu sunshine with your feet in the soft sand."

"Spruzzo Restaurant and Bar is an upscale, family-friendly restaurant that specializes in delicious Italian style pizza cooked in a wood-fired brick pizza oven and served with gourmet toppings. A beautiful second-floor balcony boasts breathtaking panoramic ocean views for alfresco summer dining and a toasty fire pit for cold winter nights. Hand-tossed pizzas are made from scratch and range from classic Napolitanas to Thai Chicken, Chorizo, Santa Fe, and Four Seasons, and other items on the menu include house-made pasta, fresh soups and salads, gourmet sandwiches, and appetizers of fried calamari, grilled artichokes and ahi tartare."

"A post shared by @spruzzomalibu on Feb 24, 2018 at 12:29pm PST. Currently only open for takeout and delivery. Spruzzo sits right by Zuma, making it the go-to spot for to-go pizza on the beach for decades."

"Right off the Santa Monica beach, Patrick’s Roadhouse features pretty good breakfasts and diner food, but what it’s really known for are its quirky antiques hanging from the ceiling. Must try: Governator’s special breakfastwww.patricksroadhouse.info"

"A post shared by Faye Levy (@foodfaye) on Mar 9, 2019 at 5:48pm PST. Lula Cocina is a great place for trying authentic Mexican cuisine in Santa Monica. The restaurant is decorated in graveyard-theme decor making it an exciting place for kids and families."

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