Taft Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Taft
Where to stay in Taft
Ford City
While Ford City isn't home to many top sights, West Kern Oil Museum and Taft City Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Best Western Plus Taft Inn
"Probably one of the nicest places to stay in the area"
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Holland Inn and Suites
"It was okay, but it had a stale kind of smell. But overall, not bad for the price"
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Topper Motel
"The accommodations were comfortable and clean. The staff is so friendly and wants to make your stay a pleasant one. The motel is convenient with a great restaurant right next door. I will stay here again the next time I am in Taft!"
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
"The hotel has now rebranded as The Margot Hotel and is aligned to Hilton Honours. The location of the accommodations was excellent. Very close to various bus routes, the trolley and the airport. Bed was comfortable. Room was spotless. Close to nearby food shops and the Padres. We used the in room ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert
"The resort is beautiful. We had a 2 bedroom villa which was actually 2 units. The pools were great. The grounds were lovely."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
"The Valet charge is outrageous. The self park charge is nuts. The room was fantastic . Love the roomy shower and split rooms"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Popular places to visit
Buena Vista Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Taft at Buena Vista Golf Course. Discover the desert landscape while you're in the area.
Taft College
Enjoy the student vibe at Taft College during your visit to Taft. Discover the desert landscape while you're in the area.
West Kern Oil Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at West Kern Oil Museum in Taft. Discover the desert landscape while you're in the area.
Taft Correctional Institution
Taft Correctional Institution is just one of the places to see in Taft, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the desert landscape while you're in the area.
Taft Chamber of Commerce
Taft Chamber of Commerce is just one of the places to see in Taft, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the desert landscape while you're in the area.
Taft City Park
Explore the great outdoors at Taft City Park, a lovely green space in Taft. Discover the desert landscape while you're in the area.
- Taft City Park
- California State University-Bakersfield
- Kern River
- Kern County Fairgrounds
- Los Padres National Forest
- Buttonwillow Raceway Park
- Buck Owens Crystal Palace
- Valley Plaza Mall
- Ming Seven Golf Course
- Links at Riverlakes Ranch Golf Course
- Soda Lake
- Sundale Country Club
- Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
- Gaslight Melodrama Theatre & Music Hall
