Westside Travel Guide
Ventura
Popular places to visit
Ventura Harbor
Appreciate delicious seafood, sandy beaches, whale watching and charming friendliness in this waterfront area with access to Channel Islands National Park.
Ventura Pier
Enjoy seafood or tacos at the foot of this pier and wander along its old wooden planks for panoramic views of the Channel Islands.
Ventura City Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ventura City Beach during your trip to Ventura? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Emma Wood State Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Emma Wood State Beach during your travels in Ventura? Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its lively festivals.
Ventura County Fairgrounds
Catch an event at Ventura County Fairgrounds during your trip to Ventura. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
Rincon Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Rincon Beach during your trip to Ventura? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do
Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude
Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (2 Hours)
Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (4 Hours)
Ventura: Rail Bike Guided Tour with Farm Stand Stop
Santa Barbara: 1.5-Hour Private Beginner's Surf Lesson
Top hotels in Westside
Holiday Inn Oxnard – Ventura by IHG
Excellent staff!
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Ojai Valley Inn
The room was spacious, the property is at an amazing location
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Really nice hotel
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Camarillo by IHG
Hotel staff was very professional and friendly. Room with 2 queen beds was large in size, beds were super comfortable, room was super clean, and TV was very large in size. Parking lot size was very large in size as well and morning breakfast bar was excellent (from scrambled eggs, pancakes, juices, ...
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach by IHG
Yes great staff
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Good Nite Inn Camarillo
I Check under the bed it was all duty the sheets were duty to
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
Downtown Ventura
While visiting Downtown Ventura, you might make a stop by sights like Ventura City Hall and Rubicon Theatre Company.
Midtown
Though Midtown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ventura City Beach and Ventura Harbor.
Pierpont Bay
If you're spending some time in Pierpont Bay, Ventura City Beach and San Buenaventura State Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Ventura Harbor Village
If you're spending some time in Ventura Harbor Village, Ventura Harbor and Channel Islands National Park are top sights worth seeing.
Montalvo
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Montalvo and surrounding area, you can visit Ventura Harbor and Ventura City Beach.
East End
While East End isn't home to many top sights, Bowlero Oxnard and Golf N' Stuff are some notable places to visit nearby.
