Downtown Ventura Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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 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.
Solimar Beach
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Solimar Beach during your travels in Ventura. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Top hotels in Downtown Ventura
Clocktower Inn Ventura
"We chose the Clocktower Inn based on the great reviews and its super location to everything. All walkable - which is a huge plus! It definitely was a fabulous hotel back in the days… like the 1990’s, but unfortunately the state of it today was rather sad - and worn down. The cleaning staff and breakfast ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Amanzi Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
"The staff was amazing, the hotel is very clean and the rooms are clean too. The breakfast is good. Would recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Best Western at Ventura Pier
"Great easy stop over"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Travelers Beach Inn
"Great price"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Motel 6 Ventura, CA - Downtown
"Good location and food close to the area"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hotel San Buena
"Beautiful property, incredible staff, convenient to everything in Ventura. Will absolutely be back!"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
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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.
