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Welcome to Ventura

Living the Real California Life - Ventura Style

All along the coast of California, travelers find communities that each exhibit their own charm and ambience.  Ventura is no exception and, in fact, is often sighted as a stand alone experience that epitomizes the California of days gone bye, while simultaneously providing amenities found in much more urban settings. 

Among the top reasons visitors choose to come to Ventura are the abundant opportunities to enjoy arts and cultural activities, outdoor adventures and the rich fusion of agricultural abundance and ocean side proximity that make for a chef's paradise.  The Channel Islands National Park lies just off shore as does one of the nation's largest National Marine Sanctuaries.  Entry to the Los Padres National Forest is found in Ventura's foothills while two of California's longest flowing open rivers help to form the city's boundaries.  Enjoy walking along our native state beaches, surfing, snorkeling, mountain biking, hiking or sailing followed by a gourmet feast in one of our many artisan chef's signature restaurants.  The next day hit the galleries and stores found in our historic downtown cultural district and a night of theatre or enjoy a stroll around the scenic harbor where deep sea fishing boats and residential live-a-board vessels exist side by side.  Round out any visit by enjoying the areas wineries and tasting rooms. 

All of this and more awaits your arrival and is found just an hour's drive from Los Angeles and Hollywood.  Ventura is located along the scenic southern-most part of California's Central Coast between Malibu and Santa Barbara.  Year round daytime temperatures average 70 degrees F (21 degrees C) so it's no wonder early Spanish settlers dubbed Ventura the "land of endless summers".    Come to Ventura and discover the Real California.  Start planning your adventure in the pages of this website.

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Request a Visitors Guide Ventura offers visitors simultaneously the best of what California used to be and what it promises to be. Request a Visitor Guide today and learn more about Ventura, California.

Arts & Culture Hundreds of Artists make their home in Ventura. From painters and sculptors to dancers and musicians, its hard to go anywhere in town without finding either an artist at work or a display of creative efforts ongoing. Photo by Linda Peterson

The Oceanfront The oceanfront and exquisite beaches are the shining jewels in Ventura's crown. Stretching from Surfer's Point to Ventura Harbor, the area includes surf breaks, a historic pier and promenade, miles of scenic bike paths, and a thriving marina.