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Ventura

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Ventura Harbor showing sailing and general coastal views

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 Harbor
Ventura Pier showing general coastal views, a sunset and landscape views

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 Pier
Ventura Beach Pier Southern California Sea American Flag

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.

Ventura City Beach
🇱🇷 Situated along California's scenic central coast, the City of Ventura was once referred to as the “land of endless summer". There are many uncrowded beaches to discover in this area. • 🏊‍♀️ Like Emma Wood State Beach this area is popular for swimming, surfing, and fishing. It attracts a variety of wildlife on the beach and in the ocean! The beach also offers family camping or RV parking.

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.

Emma Wood State Beach
Mission San Buenaventura.

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 waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

San Buenaventura Mission
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San Buenaventura State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at San Buenaventura State Beach during your trip to Ventura? Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its lively festivals.

San Buenaventura State Beach

Things to do

Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude

Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude

฿2,768
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
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Santa Barbara Surfing Lesson

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฿3,744
per adult
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Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (2 Hours)

฿2,800
per adult
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Santa Barbara: 1.5-Hour Private Beginner's Surf Lesson

Santa Barbara: 1.5-Hour Private Beginner's Surf Lesson

฿5,033
per adult
Santa Barbara: 1.5-Hour Private Beginner's Surf Lesson
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Ventura: Rail Bike Guided Tour with Farm Stand Stop

฿7,833
per traveller
Ventura: Rail Bike Guided Tour with Farm Stand Stop
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฿4,719
per adult
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Top hotels in Westside

Ojai Valley Inn

Ojai Valley Inn

5 out of 5
905 Country Club Rd Ojai CA
Stay at this luxury resort in Ojai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
It was an amazing experience! I must stay n Ojai!

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

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Clocktower Inn Ventura

Clocktower Inn Ventura

3 out of 5
181 E Santa Clara St Ventura CA
The price is ฿3,323 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
฿3,323
฿3,794 total
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ventura. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,060 reviews)
Great location for my needs. Great staff. Nice room. Nice facilities. Really enjoyed the outdoor hot tub. Perfect for my needs.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Clocktower Inn Ventura
Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach by IHG

Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach by IHG

3.5 out of 5
450 E Harbor Blvd Ventura CA
The price is ฿4,477 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿4,477
฿5,112 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Ventura. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,322 reviews)
Helpful & friendly staff - valet & front desk. Room was great! Thank you for the $15 voucher! Only thing was ocean view had the scaffolding in it...Thanks!

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach by IHG
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 out of 5
4558 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is ฿3,965 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
฿3,965
฿4,567 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,394 reviews)
Best hotel Ive stayed at in a while. What a gem!

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Good Nite Inn Camarillo

Good Nite Inn Camarillo

2 out of 5
1100 Ventura Blvd Camarillo CA
The price is ฿2,442 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
฿2,442
฿2,764 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Camarillo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,203 reviews)
Clean room dirty pool

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Good Nite Inn Camarillo
Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton

Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
2101 Mandalay Beach Rd Oxnard CA
The price is ฿4,672 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
฿4,672
฿6,581 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Oxnard. Enjoy a beach locale, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (885 reviews)
This is a beautiful property! Excellent staff and so much to do. Get yourself an ocean view and enjoy peace and serenity.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
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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.

Downtown Ventura
Amazing Napoleon! Basil pesto over smoked mozzarella over heirloom tomato over Portobello mushroom over potato au gratin over spinach! Love the dog friendly outdoor patio.

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.

Midtown
A panoramic view from the bronze mermaid statue at Soter's Point. The place was just a strip of rocky breakwater area until it was developed a few years back. Now park goers and visitors frequent the once neglected place.

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.

Pierpont Bay
The inlet to the harbor becomes a spectacular scene at dusk.

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.

Ventura Harbor Village
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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 Bowlero Oxnard and Ventura Harbor.

Montalvo
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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.

East End

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