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
$146
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ventura in December
Estimated hotel price
$146
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 Delta, Southwest, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Ventura departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Ventura. The train journey from Ventura to Burbank takes 0h 31m 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 Midway and FlexWays, 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 Delta, Southwest, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Ventura departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Ventura. The train journey from Ventura to Burbank takes 0h 31m 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 Midway and FlexWays, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Ventura

LAXLos Angeles Los Angeles
LGBLong Beach Municipal
BURBurbank Bob Hope

Airlines serving Ventura

KLM
Good (1,477 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,860 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,807 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,314 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,268 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,901 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,147 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,547 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,455 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,542 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,720 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,830 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,184 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (391 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,430 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,172 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,221 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ventura

Average rates range from around $271 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $428 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 $68 to $1,897 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Ventura are about 67% 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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Staybridge Suites Oxnard - River Ridge By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 513 reviews)
$176+
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Hampton Inn Channel Islands Harbor
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 731 reviews)
$169+
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Amanzi Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2111 reviews)
$142+
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Best Western at Ventura Pier
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 877 reviews)
$140+
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Holiday Inn Oxnard - Ventura By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 40 reviews)
$139+
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Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1089 reviews)
$234+
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Renting a car in Ventura

Renting a car in Ventura costs $58 per day, on average, or $117 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, 12% more expensive than at Los Angeles Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $4.09 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 $49.06 and $65.41. Full-size (Toyota Tundra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Ventura, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Ventura costs $58 per day, on average, or $117 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, 12% more expensive than at Los Angeles Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $4.09 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 $49.06 and $65.41. Full-size (Toyota Tundra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Ventura, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Ventura

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$29/day

Economy

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$29/day

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