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Visiting Ventura

Travelers to Ventura give high marks for the beaches and festivals. Tourists who journey to this walkable city can discover its live music, cafés, and entertainment choices. Top sights in the city include Mission San Buenaventura and Ventura Pier.

• There are 77 hotels and other accommodations in Ventura
• The closest major airport is in Oxnard, CA (OXR), 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from the city center
• The next closest is in Santa Paula, CA (SZP), 14.1 mi (22.7 km) away

Sightseeing and Staying in Ventura

The city is well known for its festivals and live music, and Albinger Archaeological Museum is a local cultural venue. The city's beaches and sunsets provide a picturesque setting and places to visit include Emma Wood State Beach. Surfing is just one of the top activities, while Ventura Pier and Ventura Harbor are sights to visit.

In Ventura, you'll find 77 hotels and other lodging options so you'll have a variety of choices for your holiday retreat. These are top ones based on Expedia user reviews:

• Crystal Lodge Motel - This 2-star motel features free parking, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its overall value and helpful staff.
• Comfort Inn Ventura Beach - Our customers like the overall value and helpful staff at this hotel. With a stay at this 2.5-star hotel, guests can enjoy access to free breakfast and free parking, along with free WiFi.
• Cliff House Inn - This 3-star hotel features a private beach, free breakfast, and a restaurant. Expedia customers like its breakfast and clean, comfortable rooms.

Other top sights in Ventura include Mission San Buenaventura. In the surrounding area, popular places to see include Presidio Santa Barbara, 25.1 mi/40.4 km from the city center, and Santa Barbara County Courthouse, which is 25.3 mi/40.8 km away.

Getting Around Ventura

With so many choices for transportation, exploring all of Ventura is simple. To venture out into the surrounding area, ride aboard one of the trains from Ventura Station. You can learn about your options for water transportation at the port.

Dressing for Ventura

• Between January and March, you can expect average temperatures of 67°F during the day and 44°F at night
• From April to June, the average during the day is 73°F, while the average at night is 47°F
• July through September has daytime averages of 76°F with nighttime averages of 55°F
• In October-December, you can expect daytime averages of 76°F and nighttime averages of 44°F
• About 15.98 inches of rain falls on Ventura each year
• Usually August and September are the hottest months with an average of 76°F, whereas January and December are often coldest, averaging 45°F