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City in California, United States
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Simi Valley is in Ventura County in Southern California. There isn't much in this Los Angeles suburb but it's possible to drive to many destinations in Southern California within an hour such as Disneyland, Hollywood and Downtown LA.
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This is a must see for any travelers stopping by in Simi Valley. Contains memorabilia and a permanent exhibit of Ronald Reagan's life. Includes the Air Force One gallery with a former presidential plane. As Reagan was a prominent Republican politician, other prominent Republican politicians speak here from time to time. Admission: $25 general, $22 seniors 62+, $18 youth 11-17, $15 children 3-10.
This Gothic building was first a family home, then a church, then a mortuary and is now a historical landmark. The building now houses a theatre for live plays. Admission: $20.
The Old Corriganville Movie Ranch with historic buildings was the site of many western films. Park also has a two-mile trail loop.
Usually known as "the hill with the cross on top of it," it's visible from Madera Road. Hiking trail is approximately two miles long but can be difficult. Wear long pants and snake boots.
Restored 1903 train depot now holds a small museum and a working model train layout.
Buildings and artifacts from Simi Valley's pioneer history.
Bottle Village
Once home of Tressa Prisbrey created from recyclable items from a local landfill, now a California Historical Landmark.
Metrolink Station to Madera Road. Seven miles of paved bikepath with trees, flowers and a stream. Also suitable for walking.
Equestrian Center to Tierra Practice Rejada Park. Four miles of dirt pathway, away from the street, complemented by trees and flowers.
Open through permit only (contact the park service). Two miles of hiking trail. Oak groves and a stream.
2½-mile hiking trail overlooking Native American rock shelters.
3-mile hiking trail with hills and wildlife.
Local hiking group that conducts a variety of hikes on a regular schedule.
Swimming pool, tennis, basketball, softball, volleyball, shuffleboard, horseshoes, covered picnic area, barbeques, playgrounds. A stream leads down to a lagoon stocked with fish. Site of the Annual Huck Finn Fishing Derby. Be careful feeding the ducks.
Basketball, softball, shuffleboard, horseshoes, covered picnic area, barbeques, playgrounds. A very nice dirt walking path. Simi Valley's Veteran's Plaza.
Rancho Santa Susanna Community Park. Memorial Day Weekend. Annual festival celebrating all things Cajun. Check website for parking details.
Public course, 9 hole, par 3. Driving range, practice green and pro shop.
Public course, 18 hole, par 71. Driving range, practice green and pro shop. Very nice for a public course.
Pizza by the slice, whole pies, calzones, strombolis, cannoli.
Red's is very popular so expect a wait if you're going for dinner on Friday or Saturday night. Don't miss the ribs or the baked potatoes (caution: baked potatoes are huge). Take out menu available.
Don't be put off by the decor, the food is excellent. Very popular with the lunch crowd. Very affordable.
Old school Italian restaurant with what is probably the original decor. Order the family meal, it is the best deal in town.
Open for breakfast and lunch. This is where Simi Valley eats breakfast. Check for the specials on the front board. On weekends, go early or be prepared for a long wait.
Fine Italian food. Great for dinner.
All rooms come with free breakfast. Book in advance, prices can go up steeply.
One of the newer hotels in Simi Valley, had nice rooms and amenities.
Standard lodging at an inexpensive price. Rates remain low even if booked at the last moment.
Rooms include a kitchenette. Pet allowed with fee.
Posada Royale is affiliated with Best Western. Hotel is a bit out of the way.
Although the decor of this hotel could be updated, the proximity to the Simi Valley Town Center can not be beaten.
This open air mall opened in 2005 and is located between two off-ramps on the 118 Freeway (Erringer and First Street).
By plane
Airports in close proximity to Simi Valley are Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Hollywood Burbank Airport in Burbank (BUR).
By train
Although Simi Valley has a bus system, the primary transportation by the city's residents is by automobile.
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Burbank · International · BUR
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