Downtown Ventura Travel Guide
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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.
South Jetty Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Jetty Beach during your trip to Ventura? Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its lively festivals.
San Buenaventura Mission
Find out about the history of Ventura with a stop at San Buenaventura Mission. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Private Pop-up Picnic with Wine Class in Ojai
Ventura: 1.5-Hour Private Beginner's Surf Lesson
Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (2 Hours)
Private Surf Lessons with Santa Barbara Surf School
Montecito Coastline Electric Bike Guided Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Ventura
![Travelers Beach Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/42000/41956/da476038_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 23 May 2024
![Amanzi Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41300/41240/11f4e76d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024
![Clocktower Inn Ventura](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/528300/528235/94302f09_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024
![Best Western at Ventura Pier](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5600/5556/b6823571_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024
![Motel 6 Ventura, CA - Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8130000/8121400/8121350/d867c212_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2024
![Hotel San Buena](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100890000/100884200/100884101/15beae7d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Ventura
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Westside
Westside might not have many top sights, but Ventura County Fairgrounds and Ventura Pier are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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Pierpont Bay
If you're spending some time in Pierpont Bay, Ventura City Beach and San Buenaventura State Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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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.
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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.
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East End
While East End isn't home to many top sights, Olivas Adobe Historical Park and Golf N' Stuff are some notable places to visit nearby.
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Saticoy
Saticoy might not have many top sights, but Sterling Hills Golf Club and Golf N' Stuff are two attractions nearby that you can check out.