Downtown Ventura Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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 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.
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
Top hotels in Downtown Ventura
Amanzi Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
I am pregnant and have little ones. We got in late and the room smelled so horribly of cigarette smoke. So bad we were not able to sleep well. Also very poor breakfast. Will not be staying here again.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Clocktower Inn Ventura
Good breakfast
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Best Western at Ventura Pier
The staff was very nice and helpful. We had a great stay.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Travelers Beach Inn
Fantastic staff and a lovely, affordable option. Thank you!
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Motel 6 Ventura, CA - Downtown
Perfectly adequate for an overnight stay and a bargain. No coffeemaker or hair dryer though, but a microwave and fridge. Location is walkable to the beach and pier.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Hotel San Buena
The hotel is absolutely lovely -- the staff were all kind and professional. We did ask about getting a different room that wasn't on the first floor in a dark corner...but the room was so cute we eventually didn't care. But if you book with a third party -- such as Expedia -- they won't upgrade or ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
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 Golf N' Stuff and Bowlero Oxnard.
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.