Popular places to visit
![Ventura Harbor which includes sailing and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/174000/174029-Ventura-Harbor.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Ventura Harbor
Appreciate delicious seafood, sandy beaches, whale watching and charming friendliness in this waterfront area with access to Channel Islands National Park.
![Ventura Pier showing a sunset, landscape views and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/173000/173493-Central-California.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Ventura Pier
Enjoy seafood or tacos at the foot of this pier and wander along its old wooden planks for panoramic views of the Channel Islands.
![Ventura City Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/51d15cfc300ed55db285611e45bfbcba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Ventura City Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ventura City Beach during your trip to Ventura? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
![Emma Wood State Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b750d17ffb1a05e46c75b4bf22fb0376.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Emma Wood State Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Emma Wood State Beach during your travels in Ventura? Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its lively festivals.
![South Jetty Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/90dfc01898190900411590a889dea3c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
South Jetty Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Jetty Beach during your trip to Ventura? Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its lively festivals.
Ventura County Medical Center
Though Ventura County Medical Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Ventura while you are here.
Things to do
![Ventura: 1.5-Hour Private Beginner's Surf Lesson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4580534/f7bce9dd-1acd-44a8-9887-2a2167c7b889.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Santa Barbara: 1.5-Hour Private Beginner's Surf Lesson
Other neighbourhoods around Midtown
![A panoramic view from the bronze mermaid statue at Soter's Point. The place was just a strip of rocky breakwater area until it was developed a few years back. Now park goers and visitors frequent the once neglected place.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/70333a5cf9fb78e1d4b41ad012528a44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Pierpont Bay
If you're spending some time in Pierpont Bay, Ventura City Beach and San Buenaventura State Beach are top sights worth seeing.
![Ventura showing a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/173000/173494-Central-California.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Downtown Ventura
If you're spending some time in Downtown Ventura, San Buenaventura Mission and Ventura City Hall are top sights worth seeing.
![Ventura Harbor which includes a bay or harbor, a river or creek and sailing](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/173000/173477-Central-California.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Ventura Harbor Village
While visiting Ventura Harbor Village, you might make a stop by sights like Ventura Harbor and Channel Islands National Park.
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Westside
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Westside and surrounding area, you can visit San Buenaventura Mission and Ventura County Fairgrounds.
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Montalvo
While Montalvo isn't home to many top sights, Ventura Harbor and Ventura City Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
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East End
Though East End might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Olivas Adobe Historical Park and Golf N' Stuff.