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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 Cafe Fiore (66 California Street) are great picks.

When to visit Ventura

Ventura in January
Estimated hotel price
$173
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ventura in January
Estimated hotel price
$173
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 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 Phoenix and takes around 1h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Ventura. The train journey from Ventura to Burbank takes 0h 27m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from San Diego, expect to pay about $36 for a 2h 56m 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 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 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 Phoenix and takes around 1h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Ventura. The train journey from Ventura to Burbank takes 0h 27m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from San Diego, expect to pay about $36 for a 2h 56m 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 Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Ventura

LAXLos Angeles
LGBLong Beach Municipal
BURBurbank Bob Hope

Airlines serving Ventura

KLM
Good (1,402 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,503 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,976 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,461 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,771 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,018 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,996 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,994 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,475 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,378 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (858 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,332 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,533 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,281 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,131 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,032 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,383 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ventura

Average rates range from around $359 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $444 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn and Suites Ventura Beach and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ventura Harbor By IHG. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Ventura, with prices from $89 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 91% 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 (8.6, 721 reviews)
$153+
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Amanzi Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2095 reviews)
$99+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Oxnard/Camarillo
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 359 reviews)
$177+
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Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1833 reviews)
$146+
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Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1082 reviews)
$192+
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Hilton Garden Inn Oxnard/Camarillo
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 626 reviews)
$143+
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Renting a car in Ventura

Renting a car in Ventura costs $51 per day, on average, or $103 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, 2% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.48 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 $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Ventura is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Toyota Tundra or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Ventura costs $51 per day, on average, or $103 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, 2% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.48 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 $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Ventura is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Toyota Tundra or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Ventura

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$26/day

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2 Adults, 2 Bags

$26/day

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