Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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.

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Where to Eat in Ventura

If you’re looking for affordable options, Black Angus Steakhouse - Ventura (4718 Telephone Road) and Rumfish y Vino - Ventura, CA (34 N Palm St) are great picks.

When to visit Ventura

Ventura in December
Estimated hotel price
$147
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ventura in December
Estimated hotel price
$147
1 night at 3-star hotel

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″.

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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 86 km from Ventura. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, Southwest, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Ventura departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Ventura is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 93 km from Ventura. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Ventura doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bob Hope Airport (BUR), which is located 86 km from Ventura. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, Southwest, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Ventura departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Ventura is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 93 km from Ventura. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Ventura

LAXLos Angeles
LGBLong Beach Municipal
BURBurbank Bob Hope

Airlines serving Ventura

Lufthansa
Good (8,191 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,558 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,158 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,477 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,035 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,502 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,257 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,642 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (948 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,108 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,950 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,214 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,471 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,505 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,426 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,451 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,368 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ventura

Average rates range from around $268 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $482 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ventura Harbor By IHG and Motel 6-Ventura, Ca - Beach. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Ventura, with prices from $72 to $625 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Ventura are about 162% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ventura

Most booked hotels in Ventura

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Hampton Inn Channel Islands Harbor
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 746 reviews)
$165+
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Holiday Inn Oxnard - Ventura By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 115 reviews)
$139+
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Amanzi Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2175 reviews)
$147+
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Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1105 reviews)
$255+
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Marriott Hotel Ventura Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 539 reviews)
$204+
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Crystal Lodge Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2170 reviews)
$82+
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Renting a car in Ventura

Renting a car in Ventura costs $55 per day, on average, or $109 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, 15% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Ventura is Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia Soul or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Ventura costs $55 per day, on average, or $109 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, 15% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Ventura is Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia Soul or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Ventura

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$34/day

Intermediate

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$39/day

Compact SUV
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