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 86 km from Ventura. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, American Airlines, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Ventura departs from Portland and takes around 2h 22m.

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, American Airlines, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Ventura departs from Portland and takes around 2h 22m.

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 (8,084 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,056 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,421 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,408 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,972 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,238 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,610 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,865 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (937 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,591 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,841 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,227 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,202 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,413 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (412 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,454 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,385 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,286 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ventura

Average rates range from around $246 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $483 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 Best Western at Ventura Pier. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Ventura, with prices from $72 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 155% 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, 551 reviews)
$179+
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Hampton Inn Channel Islands Harbor
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 745 reviews)
$173+
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Holiday Inn Oxnard - Ventura By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 97 reviews)
$146+
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Amanzi Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2157 reviews)
$133+
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Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1097 reviews)
$213+
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Crystal Lodge Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2146 reviews)
$71+
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Renting a car in Ventura

Renting a car in Ventura costs $57 per day, on average, or $114 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, 13% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Ventura is Compact (Toyota RAV4 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, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Ventura costs $57 per day, on average, or $114 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, 13% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Ventura is Compact (Toyota RAV4 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, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Ventura

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$32/day

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5 Adults, 3 Bags

$34/day

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