Ventura, Ventura County

Name: Ventura
Address: Ventura County, United States

#11 among attractions in Ventura County

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Facts and practical information

Ventura, formally known as San Buenaventura, is a city on the Central Coast of California and the county seat of Ventura County. The population was 110,763 at the 2020 census. Ventura is a popular tourist destination, owing to its historic landmarks, beaches, and resorts. ()

Alternative names: Area: 32.09 mi²Coordinates: 34°16'30"N, 119°17'17"W

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Downtown VenturaVentura County United States

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Food & drink

Cuisine

A guide to some of the best local dishes and drinks that you will meet in the region.

Ventura County

Day trips

Ventura – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mission Basilica San Buenaventura, Serra Cross, Ventura Botanical Gardens, Seaside Park.

0.7 miNW
Sacred and religious sites, Church, Historical place
Mission Basilica San Buenaventura, Ventura County
19 min walk • Mission San Buenaventura, formally known as the Mission Basilica of San Buenaventura, is a Catholic parish and basilica in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. The parish church in the city of Ventura, California, United States, is a Spanish mission founded by the Order of Friars Minor.
0.8 miN
Park
Serra Cross, Ventura County
21 min walk • The Serra Cross, sometimes also known as the Cross on the Hill or the Grant Park Cross, is a Christian cross on a hill known as "La Loma de la Cruz" in Ventura, California.
0.5 miNW
Park
Ventura Botanical Gardens, Ventura County
14 min walk • The Ventura Botanical Gardens re-opened November 3, 2018 after widespread damage caused by the Thomas Fire, is located at 567 S. Poli Street in Ventura, California, United States.
0.8 miW
Park
Seaside Park, Ventura County
21 min walk • Seaside Park is an event venue in Ventura, California, United States. The 62-acre site is the home of the Ventura County Fair. Trade shows, concerts, and other events are held throughout the year at the fairgrounds.
0.6 miSE
Park, Beach, Outdoor activities
San Buenaventura State Beach, Ventura County
15 min walk • San Buenaventura State Beach is a beach located in Ventura, California. The primary entrance is located at 901 Pedro Street, off the 101 Freeway. This beach consists of a 1,700-foot pier that has a snack bar, restaurant, and bait shop. People often come to this beach to surf, swim, and picnic.
~1100 ftW
Piers and boardwalks
Ventura Pier, Ventura County
6 min walk • The Ventura Pier, formerly known as the Ventura Wharf and the San Buenaventura Wharf, is a wooden pier located on the Pacific Ocean in Ventura, California. The pier has been designated as Ventura Historic Landmark No. 20. It is the oldest pier in California.
1.1 miE
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Baxter Art Gallery, Ventura County
29 min walk • Baxter Art Gallery was an art exhibition space at the California Institute of Technology, founded by Professor of Literature David R. Smith in 1971, and David Smith became the first gallery director. The little gallery nationally known for its daring exhibits of contemporary art.
0.8 miNW
34°16'52"N • 119°17'56"W
Albinger Archaeological Museum, Ventura County
20 min walk • Museum
~1950 ftNE
Church
First Baptist Church of Ventura, Ventura County
10 min walk • First Baptist Church of Ventura is a historic church at 101 S. Laurel Street in Ventura, California. It was built in 1926 and renovated extensively into the Mayan Revival style in 1932.
0.6 miNW
Neo-renaissance architecture
Emmanuel Franz House, Ventura County
16 min walk • The Emmanuel Franz House is an Italianate style Victorian historical residence located within downtown Ventura, in coastal Ventura County, California. The wood and brick Franz House was built from 1879 to 1891. The house has an interesting front stoop and widow's watch.
0.6 miW
Church
San Miguel Chapel Site, Ventura County
15 min walk • The San Miguel Chapel Site is an archeological site in Ventura, California, United States, at the location of the first outpost and center of operations that was established while the first Mission San Buenaventura was being constructed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Ventura?

Nearby attractions include Ventura Pier, Ventura County (6 min walk), First Baptist Church of Ventura, Ventura County (10 min walk), Ventura Theatre, Ventura County (11 min walk), Ventura Botanical Gardens, Ventura County (14 min walk).

How to get to Ventura by public transport?

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Ventura (18 min walk)

Ventura, Ventura County

Facts and practical information

Ventura County plan & book

Best Ways to Experience the Place

Food & drink

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Ventura – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Mission Basilica San Buenaventura, Ventura County

Serra Cross, Ventura County

Ventura Botanical Gardens, Ventura County

Seaside Park, Ventura County

San Buenaventura State Beach, Ventura County

Ventura Pier, Ventura County

Baxter Art Gallery, Ventura County

Albinger Archaeological Museum, Ventura County

First Baptist Church of Ventura, Ventura County

Emmanuel Franz House, Ventura County

San Miguel Chapel Site, Ventura County

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Ventura?

How to get to Ventura by public transport?