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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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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Academy Optical located?

Academy Optical is on the second floor of The Oaks Mall at 542 Hillcrest Dr, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 — next to Nordstrom, directly across from Victoria's Secret. Call us at 805.496.1802.

What are Academy Optical's hours?

We are open Monday through Saturday from 11 am to 6 pm. We are closed on Sundays.

What designer eyewear brands does Academy Optical carry?

We carry more than 25 luxury eyewear brands, including Chanel, Tom Ford, Lindberg, Oliver Peoples, Matsuda, Gucci, Prada, Tiffany, Persol, Maui Jim, Oakley, and T Henri — plus premium lens technology from Zeiss, Varilux, and Transitions.

Does Academy Optical do eye exams?

No — we are a dedicated optical boutique, not an optometry office. Bring a valid prescription from any eye doctor and our expert opticians will craft your glasses or fill your contact lens order.