What to do in Ventura, CA

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Ventura travel guide

Channel Islands National Park which includes general coastal views and rugged coastline

Channel Islands National Park showing kayaking or canoeing, rocky coastline and a pebble beach

Ventura Harbor showing a bay or harbour, sailing and a river or creek

Ventura Attractions

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Places of interest in Ventura

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Ventura attractions

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Recommended things to do in Ventura

Number of things to do	17
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia	Self-Guided Ventura Scavenger Hunt: Ace Ventura: £10
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What to do in Ventura

Popular places to visit

Ventura Harbor

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Appreciate delicious seafood, sandy beaches, whale watching and charming friendliness in this waterfront area with access to Channel Islands National Park.

Ventura Pier

4.5/5(22 reviews)

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

5/5(1 review)

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.

Ventura County Fairgrounds

4/5(1 review)

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.

Solimar Beach

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Solimar Beach during your travels in Ventura. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Ventura City Hall

You can learn about the history of Ventura with a trip to Ventura City Hall.

Explore areas of Ventura

Pierpont Bay

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Pierpont Bay, Ventura City Beach and San Buenaventura State Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Ventura

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting Downtown Ventura, you might make a stop by sights like Ventura City Hall and Ventura Botanical Gardens.

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.

East End

While East End isn't home to many top sights, Olivas Adobe Historical Park and Bowlero Oxnard are some notable places to visit nearby.

Westside

Westside might not have many top sights, but Ventura City Hall and San Buenaventura Mission are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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