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46 Years of Perfecting Your Vision

Academy Optical is your source for luxury prescription eyewear, sunglasses and contact lenses.

Established in 1977, Academy Optical has proudly provided the residents of Ventura and Los Angeles Counties with expert advice, impeccable customer service, and attention to style and detail for over 46 years. We offer the finest in prescription eyewear and stylish sunglasses, with an in-house lab for same-day turnaround on prescription glasses. As a family-owned and operated business, we are committed to delivering a premium, personalized experience for all your vision needs.

We are located on the second floor of The Oaks Mall next to Nordstrom directly across from Victoria's Secret. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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Academy Optical offers the finest contact lens brands and is happy to fill your contact lens prescription.

Stop by the store today or email us a copy of your prescription and we will be in touch soon.

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LOCATION

Thousand Oaks Mall

2nd Floor Next to Nordstrom

542 Hillcrest Dr.

Thousand Oaks, CA, 91360

HOURS

Monday - Friday 11 am-6 pm

Saturday 11 am–6 pm

Sunday CLOSED

PHONE

542 Hillcrest Dr #B, 350 W Hillcrest Dr P022A, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, USA

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