Ventura travel guide
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You're Going to Love Ventura
With a population of 96,769, Ventura is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Ventura deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Activities & attractions in Ventura
Where to Eat in Ventura
If you’re looking for affordable options, Cafe Fiore (66 California Street) and Aloha Steakhouse - Ventura (364 S. California St.) are great picks.
When to visit Ventura
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Ventura in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 51.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 5″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Ventura, with an average rainfall of 0″.
How to Get to Ventura
Plane
Although Ventura doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bob Hope Airport (BUR), which is located 54 miles from Ventura. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Ventura departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 15m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Ventura. The train journey from Ventura to Fullerton takes 0h 39m and costs around $14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Anaheim, expect to pay about $16 for a 0h 47m trip. The train station in Ventura is called Ventura, and is located 0.4 miles from the city center.
Car
Another option to get to Ventura is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 58 miles from Ventura. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ventura, including LuxXpress, FlixBus and Amtrak. From Santa Barbara, the bus ride to Ventura takes 120 miles and will cost you around $33. From Bakersfield, the ticket costs about $36 for a journey of 125 miles.
Airlines serving Ventura
Where to stay in Ventura
Average rates range from around $391 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $385 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ventura Harbor and Best Western at Ventura Pier.
Where to stay in popular areas of Ventura
Most booked hotels in Ventura
Renting a car in Ventura
Renting a car in Ventura costs $56 per day, on average, or $113 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Los Angeles.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Ventura (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Ventura is Luxury (Audi A4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Volkswagen Golf or similar) are, on average, 72% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.