Downtown Ventura
Ventura
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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.
Seaside Park
Explore the great outdoors at Seaside Park, a lovely green space in Ventura. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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.
Things to do
Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude
Santa Barbara: 1.5-Hour Private Beginner's Surf Lesson
Private Surf Lesson with Instructor, Board, & Wetsuit
Top hotels in Downtown Ventura
Clocktower Inn Ventura
Wish the staff at the front desk during breakfast was a friendlier. Due to the rain, some of the rooms were closed off and the breakfast was set up in the lobby. We did not get greeted.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Amanzi Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Yes, the staff was attentive and the hotel was modern and clean.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Best Western at Ventura Pier
The service was excellent and the property/room were very clean.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Motel 6 Ventura, CA - Downtown
Nice place quiet and close to downtown 🙌🙌 I’m Coming back to stay
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Travelers Beach Inn
At first I had concerns due to the “look” of the place then I realized it fit in well with the atmosphere…clean rooms, NO bugs, pleasant staff. Enjoyed the stay.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Hotel San Buena
Very nice staff! Beautiful hotel.
Reviewed on 9 Oct 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 Golf N' Stuff and Ventura Harbor.
East End
While East End isn't home to many top sights, Golf N' Stuff and Bowlero Oxnard are some notable places to visit nearby.
