• What makes Ventura a unique destination?
    • Nature has been generous to Ventura: snuggled between the Ventura River and the Santa Clara River valleys and sheltered by Mt. Pinos with 9,000-foot-high peaks, it is the land of abundance, great natural beauty, and a relaxed Southern California beach city vibe.
  • What are the best things to do in Ventura?
    • Best things to do in Ventura include the lively art scene, downtown galleries and museums, and the views from the Ventura Botanical Gardens.
  • How can visitors relax and unwind in Ventura?
    • Sitting on the beach and watching the world go by is another wonderful way to enjoy Ventura.

Things to Do:

1. Ventura Pier and Promenade

Ventura Pier and Promenade
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2. Mission Basilica San Buenaventura

Mission Basilica San Buenaventura
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3. Museum of Ventura County

Museum of Ventura County
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4. Ventura Botanical Gardens

Ventura Botanical Gardens
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5. Serra Cross Park

Serra Cross Park
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6. Surfers Point Beach

Surfers Point Beach
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7. Emma Wood State Beach

Emma Wood State Beach
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8. Ventura to Ojai Paved Bike Path

Ventura to Ojai Paved Bike Path
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9. Rubicon Theatre Company

Rubicon Theatre Company
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10. Island Packers

Island Packers
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11. Ventura Food Tours

Ventura Food Tours
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12. Olivas Adobe

Olivas Adobe
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13. Ventura Harbor Village

Ventura Harbor Village
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14. Dudley House Historical Museum

Dudley House Historical Museum
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15. Lake Casitas Recreation Area

Lake Casitas Recreation Area
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16. Lure Fish House

Lure Fish House
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17. Spencer Makenzie's Fish

Spencer Makenzie's Fish
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18. Cafe Fiore

Cafe Fiore
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19. Himalaya Restaurant

Himalaya Restaurant
© Himalaya Restaurant

20. Topa Topa Brewing Company

Topa Topa Brewing Company
© Topa Topa Brewing Company

21. Old Creek Ranch Winery

Old Creek Ranch Winery
© Old Creek Ranch Winery

22. Golf N' Stuff

Golf N' Stuff
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23. The Ultimate Escape Rooms

The Ultimate Escape Rooms
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