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.
San Buenaventura Mission
San Buenaventura Mission is just one of the places to see in Ventura, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Ventura City Hall
You can learn about the history of Ventura with a trip to Ventura City Hall.
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)
Santa Barbara: 1.5-Hour Private Beginner's Surf Lesson
Top hotels in Downtown Ventura
Clocktower Inn Ventura
Front desk person was fantastic and professional
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Amanzi Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Hard to beat price for that quality.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Best Western at Ventura Pier
Nice
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Motel 6 Ventura, CA - Downtown
Fantastic, cozy motel right next to downtown and easy access to the beach and my favorite Ventura restaurants. Clean, quiet, and friendly. Thanks for the great stay!
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Hotel San Buena
Really great spot! And I’ve traveled all over the world. Such a cool hotel — stay here if you’re in Ventura!
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Travelers Beach Inn
Yup
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Ventura
Westside
Westside might not have many top sights, but Ventura City Hall and Ventura County Fairgrounds are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Pierpont Bay
If you're spending some time in Pierpont Bay, Ventura City Beach and San Buenaventura State Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
