Ventura California Area Attractions

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 cited as a stand alone experience that epitomizes the California of days gone bye, while simultaneously providing amenities found in much more urban settings.

Visitors to Ventura enjoy the abundant arts and cultural activities, outdoor adventures and the rich fusion of agricultural abundance and ocean side proximity that make it a chef's paradise. The Channel Islands National Park lies just off shore as does a National Marine Sanctuary. 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.

Ventura is just an hour's drive from Los Angeles and Hollywood. Ventura is located along the scenic southern-most part of California's Central Coast. 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.

Ventura County Wine Trail
Often known for its wonderful weather, beaches, agriculture, and proximity to Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, Ventura County has also guickly become a wine country destination for visitors and ocals alkie. Today, 15 family-owned wineries span the are, producing award-wnning wimes and personal touch not always found in larger wine regions. Many of the tasting rooms are run by the owners and winemakers themselves, giving guests a unique and intimate experience. Wineries on the trail range from an antique winery on a working 2,000 acre cattle ranch complete with relaxing picnic grounds, to a state-of-the-art winmaking facility with all the modern amenities.

Camarillo Premium Outlets
Welcome to Camarillo Premium Outlets. Find an exciting collectionn of 160 outlet stores from the world's leading designers and brand names, offering savings of 25% to 65% every day.

Ventura Harbor Village
Ventura Harbor Village is 33 acres of authentic Southern California exactly how you’ve imagined it. So make your vacation what you dreamed it would be - even if it’s only for a weekend. Enjoy Waterfront Views… Stroll the Promenade-If relaxation is what you're dreaming of, Ventura Harbor Village is the perfect weekend retreat. Rejuvenate yourself with our breathtaking coastline views, four-star hotel, fine or casual dining, and distinctive specialty shops and boutiques.

Surfing
If you love to surf or want to learn to surf, Ventura has several known surfing locations for you to enjoy.

Channel Islands National Park
The eight Channel Islands span 160 miles off the coast of southern California. There are four northern islands—San Miguel, Santa Rosa, Santa Cruz, and Anacapa, and four southern islands—San Nicolas, Santa Barbara, Santa Catalina, and San Clemente.

Visitors to the islands may swim, snorkel, hike, camp, watch wildlife, kayak, sail, and explore tidepools, beaches, and rugged canyons. Naturalists lead hikes. The kelp forests, caves, clear water, and rich diversity of animals and plants place the Channel Islands among the top scuba diving sites in the world.

Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum has informed and inspired millions of visitors since it's opening in 1991. Perched on a mountaintop with sweeping views of mountains, valleys and the Pacific Ocean, this 100-acre site, 45 minutes from Los Angeles, offers memorable experiences for all ages.