Downtown Ventura Travel Guide
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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.
Ventura Harbor
Appreciate delicious seafood, sandy beaches, whale watching and charming friendliness in this waterfront area with access to Channel Islands National Park.
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 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.
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.
Activities
Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude
Santa Barbara: 1.5-Hour Private Beginner's Surf Lesson
Our pick of the best Downtown Ventura Hotel Deals
Clocktower Inn Ventura
Nice staff. Breakfast was pretty slim. Hotel is different in a good way. Not your typical chain hotel.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Amanzi Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
We are a party of 4 with 2 kids (1 & 7). We are tired of going around Ventura and they are kind enough to let us check in 2 hours early. We would definitely check in again if are in the Ventura area.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Best Western at Ventura Pier
Clean room, comfortable beds, friendly staff, clean property. Everything you need for a comfortable stay.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Travelers Beach Inn
The staff are very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Hotel San Buena
Lovely hotel, I’ve stayed many times. The staff is wonderful, the coffee set up in the morning is perfect, the nightly turn down service includes a delicious treat (often fresh baked cookies still warm) and the rooms are large and beautiful. Very conveniently walking distance to all the restaurants. ...
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Ventura, CA - Downtown
Room was clean and bed was comfortable. Dated and older but fairly well maintained. Almost walking distance from the fairgrounds.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 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 Ventura Harbor.
East End
While East End isn't home to many top sights, Golf N' Stuff and Olivas Adobe Historical Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown Ventura Travel Guide
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