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.

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

Ventura in January
Estimated hotel price
$163
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ventura in January
Estimated hotel price
$163
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 San Jose and takes around 1h 18m.

Train

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 Fox and Hertz, 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 San Jose and takes around 1h 18m.

Train

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 Fox and Hertz, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airlines serving Ventura

Lufthansa
Good (7,223 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,353 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,811 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,707 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (9,073 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,804 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (870 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,680 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,586 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,610 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,972 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,533 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (7,685 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (418 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,320 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,273 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,329 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,359 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,226 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,924 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ventura

Average rates range from around $356 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $392 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ventura

Most booked hotels in Ventura

Homewood Suites by Hilton Oxnard/Camarillo
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 227 reviews)
$197+
Hampton Inn Channel Islands Harbor
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 438 reviews)
$163+
Amanzi Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1382 reviews)
$154+
Hilton Garden Inn Oxnard/Camarillo
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 536 reviews)
$154+
Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1232 reviews)
$200+
Courtyard by Marriott Oxnard Ventura
3 stars
Excellent (8, 109 reviews)
$179+

Renting a car in Ventura

Renting a car in Ventura costs $60 per day, on average, or $119 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, 23% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. Full-size (Kia Optima or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Ventura, while also 69% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Ventura costs $60 per day, on average, or $119 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, 23% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. Full-size (Kia Optima or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Ventura, while also 69% cheaper than other types, on average.