Fun things to do in Ventura: 22 fun attractions and activities

I absolutely LOVE the botanical gardens, it is such a gorgeous walk with increasingly beautiful views of the ocean as you ascend the trail. The plants are magnificent, with different regions showcasing Chilean, Californian, Mediterranean, and South African plant varieties. Fridays are free entry and Wednesday and Friday dogs are allowed. I visit every time I have friends visiting and it’s wonderful to see how the plants look in all the different seasons! Could not recommend more.

Great place for the Ventura ocean view. Not interested in the plants there to be hornest, as some were bone dry. Also great to get your steps in and hick up a hill.

Gardens were beautiful. My only complaint was that we got locked out and had to walk all the way around. I think it would be common courtesy to let us know when we bought tickets at 3:30, they would have warned us that we would be locked out if not back by 5:00.

Started the morning at Ventura Botanical Gardens, which has 160+ plant species and spectacular views of the California coastline. It has nearly 3.5 miles of walkways and over 100,000 plants from Five Mediterranean climates throughout the world."

Even though this was a bit off-season and a lot of the flowers had turned, it was a beautiful walk. The people were so nice, a great way to get some exercise.

Friendly staff at the entrance. Clean and clear path with a staircase to cut through the path if desired. Great views and peaceful.

We walked the trial, and it was magnificent! I recommend bringing snacks or having a picnic. Many areas to rest and enjoy the beauty of nature. Staff is welcoming and dedicated.

Amazing history. Cost is $8.00 to self tour the grounds. Well worth it if you love historical places

This is a beautiful mission. The priests really care about the parishioners and people in general. The gift shop is my favorite with very friendly staff. There is a chapel which has a Michael Angelo authorized replica of the Virgen and Jesus and many amazing relics from saints such as St. Jude! Their entry fee as a museum is very low, and I support it because it is a beautiful historical site that must be preserved for our children. I love their small garden. It is very serene. The bathrooms are located behind the gift shop through the garden and other bathrooms are located on the outside behind the church. I love this place!!!

The Mission Basilica is beautifully preserved, showcasing rich history and stunning architecture. The church and its peaceful yard offer a lovely place to reflect and explore. There’s a small museum at the entrance that gives great insight into the site’s past. Plan to spend about an hour here—it’s the perfect quick cultural stop. Tickets are available at the door.

Mission San Buenaventura is a nice small Mission. Has lots of history and interesting artifacts. Well maintained and clean. The garden is nice and the church and alter are beautiful. The gift shop is nice. We paid $8 per adult at the gift shop. The self guided tours begin in the gift shop and they provide you with a map that is easy to follow. Overall it was a great experience and I do recommend.

We stumbled upon Mission Basilica San Buenaventura by chance and didn’t even realize it was right in downtown Ventura! Unfortunately, we didn’t have time to see the whole place, but we did get to step inside the church, and it was absolutely beautiful — peaceful, historic, and full of charm. We’re definitely planning to come back to tour the entire mission next time. A lovely hidden gem in the heart of Ventura!

Incredibly beautiful and well maintained church and gardens with museum quality presentation. While they make you go through the gift shop to pay the entrance fee, the modest price ($8 for seniors) was well worth it. The highlights are the church (don’t miss the altarpiece and the Pieta and reliquary) and the immaculately maintained gardens with Queen Palms waving over the myriad flowering plants and bushes. The museum was good, but we didn’t have time to peruse it fully as we were headed out to Santa Ynez.

Beautiful courtyard, an unforgettable original rivers-of-life main entrance double doors, and a real nice stained glass rendition of Calvary (the site of Jesus’ crucifixion).

This is a fantastic spot to relax with family or friends. We especially enjoyed Coastal Cone Ice Cream, with their unique Taiyaki fish-shaped waffle cones filled with ice cream—it was a highlight! Margarita Villa Mexican restaurant was decent, though not particularly memorable. There’s plenty of parking, and the beach is just a short walk away. Unfortunately, the boat rental was closed on Sunday, so we missed the chance to ride the swan boats, which would have been a great family activity.

I think we hit every shop in this place looking for trinkets to take home to my family I found a few and of course after finding the little things I was wanting the very last shop would have been the best to purchase at. Don't remember the name of the shop but they had some great deals. Bottom line the shops in the harbor that are left there or nice to shop through and the people were great.

Always a pleasure to be here! Not so crowded, can always find a parking spot even on the weekend, love to walk around, have some seafood or ice cream, fun doing the boating, life is better with the cooler weather here.

We love to take the boats out. We usually pay to rent them for an hour or so. It's a fun activity. My kids love it!!

There is a lot to see just walking around. Little shops to go into. Food. Drink. You GOT to rent a paddle boat or kayak for at least an hour. Its safe and interesting and beautiful. I saw seals, fish, and birds close enough for a thrill but far enough to be safe. Some of the paddle boats are in the shape of big swans! There are also electric boats with sun shade that carry a small group.

The scenery is beautiful. The beach wasn't crowded at all,but it was a little chilly that day.

Hit the new BOBQ by The SEA shop for some Thai Ice Tea -- met the owners, couple of very friendly, helpful guys. Shop is in the Soft Opening phase, but is already comfortable, clean and inviting. They have plenty of seating, inside and out on the patio. Their selection of card games gives it a homey feel. Their Thai Ice Tea was really good -- Daughter and I have been trying different Boba spots lately and we both agree: Boba by the Sea is the BEST we've had yet! Wish we lived closer?! If you're in the Ventura Harbor area and need some good Milk/Boba Tea made by a couple down to Eaetg guys that KNOW what they're doing? STOP IN AND GIVE EM A SHOT!

Surfers Point Park is that perfect Ventura blend of laid‑back and lively. There's energy without chaos, nature with amenities, and community presence with plenty of room to find your own spot. Whether you’re riding waves, enjoying a scenic walk, or simply reflecting by the sea, it's a place that feels both alive and serene. I left with sandy shoes, salty hair, and a genuine sense of calm. Great spot to catch sunset as well!!

This beachside memorial exudes a profound sense of peace and reflection, standing as a gentle reminder of both the beauty and fragility of life. Nestled between palm trees and overlooking the vast ocean, the tribute is simple yet deeply touching. The surfboard, adorned with “Rest in Peace,” and the surrounding stones painted with heartfelt messages and mementos speak of a community’s love and remembrance for a lost friend. The tranquil setting complements the solemnity of the memorial. The rhythmic crashing of waves, the soft rustling of palm fronds, and the warmth of the sun create a harmonious backdrop. It’s not just a place to remember, but also a space to find solace and healing by the sea. It serves as a meeting point for memories and emotions—a sanctuary for all who wish to pause, reflect, and honor. Beyond the memorial, the beach itself offers a serene escape, with its golden sands, inviting walkways lined with towering palms, and the distant pier stretching into the horizon. It’s a quintessential Californian scene, blending the laid-back atmosphere with a deep sense of connection and community spirit. Visiting this place feels like stepping into a quiet, sacred space on the edge of the world—a beautiful fusion of nature, remembrance, and peace.

Beautiful spot to people watch, walk your dog, skip stones into the ocean, or build sandcastles with your kids. Parking isn’t free.

It is a surfer's paradise, with good waves and sandy beaches. With good parking, restrooms, and changing area. And best of all are the beautiful ocean view and good waves for surfing.

Great beach for walking on the path and rockhounding! Very dog friendly too.

Beautiful sunsets, surfers, fresh seabreeze, quiet place to walk, think, and enjoy.

We loved it, the beach with large rocks and boulders. Sunsets are gorgeous 😍. Free parking after 5pm, but not recommended to stay if you have small kids. We lost/dropped something very valuable when we realized we turned around went back around 2 min had gone by and it was no where we know it was there because of its use. so I wouldn't bring anything valuable if you are going. But gorgeous recommended for sure for sunsets. Thank you for reading please check out the other locations we have visited.

Interesting museum. Loved the support of local culture and artists. Definitely a fun place to take your kids.

We enjoyed our time here, Dracula doll exhibit was impressive and so entertaining, I had fun reading story and walking through with my family. Kids enjoyed outdoor space and all the hands on activities. Enjoyed learning some of Ventura’s history through photography. Kids free, military 50% discount. Would recommend and will come back in the future :)

The staff were great here and I would have most likely rated the museum as a 4 but the day I visited, the main gallery was closed for setup of a new exhibition. At least I was able to visit their native American and Catholic doll exhibitions. Have to admit the dolls were very interesting but some were a little scary.

Infull disclosure, I am a docent there. But this is a hidden jewel in Ventura. George Stuart's figures alone make this a go to. Right now there are also two exhibits, one featuring photographs of Ventura county and another that features landscapes of Ventura, encouraging people to linger with a circular bench in the space.

Couldn't really explore because they were having some kind of poem reading so kids had to be extremely quiet which is impossible. Just hung out at the garden for a bit. But it's free so cant complain. Garden has very nice murals.

Great place to spend the afternoon with the family. There is a childrens garden as well. Every first Sunday of the month is free admission, otherwise the cost is 5, which is fair considering they have staff to support.

A hidden gem of a museum that more should experience. Great history, art and grounds to experience in a lovely neighborhood for young and old.

Nice beach, but no safeguard and lots of oysters shells peels.

Outdoor showers for after a day at the beach. You do have to pay for parking, but having lifeguards patrolling the beach make it a like less stressful. Ooh there is a awesome pathway to walk and just enjoy the coastal weather 😀

It's a perfect spot to soak up the sun while listening to the crashing waves on the shore. Super clean! Lifeguard s on duty makes one feel safe! Volleyball courts! I mean this is the spot!

Excellent park to start your run/jog or walk down the shoreline. Huge parking lot and you can pay at the booth $10 for the whole day, or download the Yodel App and pay by the hour. There is a large grassy area with plenty of picnic tables as well as restrooms. This park also offers RV parking. Easy access to the beach and the bike trail that goes all the to the Ventura Creek trail.

We always love San Buenaventura. Feels like home ❤️

Nice beach park. There are restrooms, a foot washing station and outdoor showers. Nice paved walking paths and plenty of beach to explore. They also have a lot of awesome rocks! We had a nice day exploring the area a few weeks ago.

It's so beautiful. We parked at the park & walked the trail, sometimes walking on the beach. The trail takes you under & past the ventura pier. The kids loved it. We ended up walking over 2 miles before we realized it h had to walk back. Lots of others out bjiking, hiking, walking & etc too. Very nice. Paved walkway & various pit stops to enjoy!

It's a whole vibe. I recommend yoga with friends. Also, the beach is great, the access to the harbor (and ocean) is also great, and the parking is fantastic. What a gem.

I love Marina Park, specifically on a hot day. Jumping into the water to cool off is wonderful. This park does have a lot of traction since its at the beach like most beaches in the summer. But with that said the city keeps it very clean. If been coming here for decades and I enjoy it every single time.

Love this park. Plenty of grass to chill on with the kiddos, a nice park for the kids, a massive ship that has zip line and right on the beach. The waves can be a bit rough but still a nice spot.

Marina Park is a beautiful and relaxing place to spend time with family and friends. The park is clean, well-maintained, and has plenty of open space to enjoy fresh air and nature. It’s right by the water, which makes the atmosphere peaceful and refreshing. The playground is perfect for children, with safe and fun equipment to keep them entertained. Restrooms are available and well-kept, which is very convenient for visitors. The park is also dog-friendly, so it’s a great place to bring pets for a walk or playtime.

Love that it's both a park and beach 🙏🏽 love to bbq here! Such a fun place to go 🥰😻

Quiet park on the beach. Picnic tables, grass, playground, watch sailboats, clean restrooms, dog friendly, very relaxing 😌 😎

A clean and fun park with many amenities. There is a decent sized free parking lot as well as some street parking. The large grass area is great for picnics and family gatherings, flying kites, or playing with friends. There is a large play pirate ship at the sand for the kiddos. We saw many people bring their dogs here. There are also dog bag stations throughout the park. A meandering sidewalk leads you to the beach, dunes, or out along the peninsula. There are areas for fishing harbor side and ocean side. There are also plenty of benches throughout the park and along the sidewalk path. Great for relaxing and watching the sunset. The city does a great job of keeping up the park.

Totally worth a stop here - gives a view of the entire Ventura area. Also a peaceful vibe here. There are a few benches around and the grass was perfect for a couple that brought their own chairs and another that was sitting on a picnic blanket.

Serra Cross Park is a must-visit in Ventura! The views of the city, ocean, and Channel Islands are stunning — perfect for photos or a peaceful stroll. The park is clean, quiet, and easy to access with parking at the top. Great spot for a quick stop or to catch a sunset!

This is an iconic, historical California location to get the best view of Pierpont Bay in the entire Ventura County.

A really wonderful place to vibe out and watch the sunset. Also great to post up and work out of your van for the day.

Beautiful and magical view. I would go there everyday if I could. Very peaceful, has an area for children to run around and for picnics.

Absolutely beautiful scenery worth the drive and curiosity. My family and I we're in Ventura and we happened to Google tourist spots and this came up. It did not disappoint us in a tourist spot.

This park has the most impeccable scenic view. And to top it off the wooden cross is beautiful. To see the view of the city and the beach to relax and take in a breath of fresh air. Getting here is easy lots of loops driving up a hill.

Easily accessed from Hwy 101 and, course, the PCH. Laid back spot, perfect for an impromptu stop or an all-day family outing. Whether you're a single person, a couple, a group of friends, or a whole family..... You won't be disappointed by the natural wonders of this large beach. I was there several days in a row (day use only) and never felt crowded. No services or hookups, just parking, the beach, the squirrels and seagulls, and of course the Pacific Ocean.

Nice place to park by the ocean and walk on the beach. There is a bike trail next to it also.

This place is an amazing place to camp when they open these camping spots under the bridge in about a year after restoration of the area according to public works

My favorite place in Ventura to take a walk on the beach minus all the crowds. Perfect for catching the sunset..

Great spot to camp right on the ocean. I have driven by this place for several years and always wanted to stay we got site #77 and it backs right up to the sand and rocks. There are these great stone fire pits people have built and there's plenty of driftwood to use for kindling. The campground is very simple as you have to bring everything you need with you. Only RVs, trailers and self-contained vans are allowed. There is a train that runs close by the campground, but I usually slept through it. The highway is further up the hill, so the road noise wasn't bad. I loved falling asleep to the sound of waves. As people have noted, there are no services here like restrooms or showers. Great spot to watch the waves. It does get windy in the afternoon. There are plenty of great restaurants close by in Ventura to eat. The beach in front of the campground is Rocky, but you can walk just north or south to find some sand.

temporalily only a small section is open for daytime visits.Road is somewhat rough,but still worth a visit for easy access for surfing or picnic. Now, you won't be able to drive in anymore, further more there will be a 2 year construction to replace the bridge there.

Our favorite beach ! Sometimes at the weekends not so easy to find parking spots, but most of the time you’ll find it :) has two toilets.

Classic community theatre venue where every seat offers a great view. Wide range of plays and shows. A really special venue for Ventura that is worthy of your support!

Always a great experience at this venue. Just saw the Million Dollar Quartet and it was super fun and memorable. Excellent performances.

Their auditorium is a very small one but the staff turns that to their advantage making best use of the space to stage a show with an intimate atmosphere. I felt like I was right up on stage with the actors. I could tell that the entire cast and crew had such a passion for their show. It's really nice to see a live performance and feel the energy between the actors and the audience. You owe it to yourself to find the time to attend a live show! Also worth pointing out that the theater is just a few blocks from downtown puting it in easy walking distance of lots of great restaurants and bars where you can enjoy the nightlife after the show.

Have enjoyed each performance I have seen at this historic little theater. A true community treasure!

This place was rather small but a very nice intimate venue for music performances!

Because each production is an individual and would be according to the taste of the individual watching it I will talk about the facility. A theater is very nice and cozy, the seating is very comfortable, the sound quality is quite good. There are not really any seats that are particularly far away from the stage. The Productions are always good and the cast is always very professional. I've never seen a show there that I did not enjoy. I'm sure you will feel the same. Enjoy

Awesome venue, local and great performances!!

Fabulous and historic venue. Quite intimate. Acoustics seemed good, too (I saw a music event there). The beautiful but musty 1920s vibe is wonderful. I loved it, and we'll be back. Highly recommended.

I visited the theater during the Vampire Ball. It is a gorgeous structure! I wanna go back again for more performances.

Beautiful and wonderful performance. Planning to return early September for Queen vs. Abba. This was at the Ventura Majestic Theatre-CA

Great place for live performances. Great musicians playing here in such an awesome historic venue.

Went to see the band Bright Eyes. Great show! Awesome venue!

Unfortunately, there was no A/C, so it was really hot in there. I had surgery on my ankle and had to use a knee scooter. I could not walk on that leg at all. I had purchased my non-refundable tickets to see Matt Fraser a month prior, so I had no idea I was going to have an injury. I was surprised to find that this theater is not accessible. I asked the employee who was putting on our wristband how I would get to the pit. That's what my tickets were for. The employee had no idea how to get me there. He asked if I could walk at all, and I said no. He was very nice, I have to add. He called another employee, and he was also stumped. He said there was a very steep ramp he could take me through, and that was the only way. He was right. It was very steep! He was a very tall, strong man, and I was thankful for that. He held on to the front of the scooter and helped me down slowly, and my sister walked along the side of me. To leave, he pulled me up, and another employee walked behind me just in case. I was very thankful for all the assistance I received. Every employee was so kind and happy to help. I just want people to know ahead of time if you can't walk at all. This might not be the place to go.

Some great shows in a small venue. Getting to/from the location is a bit awkward but it’s right next to downtown and there is a parking structure nearby so arrive early, enjoy dinner downtown, and then catch the show. We saw The Offspring and it was an incredible time.

We always enjoy visiting the National Parks. This one did not disappoint. From watching the very informative short video to the helpful staff. We also took the boat trip out to the Channel Islands. On the way, we got to see Dolphins and Whales. The islands and their history were just amazing.

Had booked a roundtrip with Island Packers for a Friday in September. Got there around 8am because I needed to check-in 45 minutes in advance for the 9am ferry to Scorpion Cove. The visitor center opened at 8:30am, so took a quick walk over to buy some souvenirs and postcards. Liked the setup inside, and the items were easy to find. Checkout with the staff was quick, and I was able to get back to my car, drop off the items, and walk over to Island Packers before they started boarding.

This is a wonderful National Park Headquarters for the Channel Islands NP. There is a movie about the islands, narrated by Kevin Cosnter, a botanical garden with plants and trees, a diorama with animals, and an aquarium with fish, all from the Channel Islands. Lots of books and gifts to buy for adults and children available. The docents are knowledgeable and very helpful. They can help plan a trip to the Channel Islands which is s must!

A neat visitor center for those visiting CINP. Get your Natl Park passport booklets stamped here as well as t-shirts, caps, trinkets and books! Their book selection on the marine ecology & environment of CINP outstanding btw! FYI - just remember that for those taking the ferry boat road from the harbor rides nearby, the boats typically leave shortly after the visitor center opens, and if you catch the last ferry back, the visitor center will already be closed or closing. CINP is a wonderful place, but remember that MORE THAN HALF of CINP is the Federally Protected marine sanctuary underneath the surface! Imagine seeing the largest pod of dolphins just minutes from CINP - we did! The boat captain said it had to be 5000+ dolphins! And a pod of Orca whales teaching their young how to hunt seals, with an actual seal carcass! ONLY IN THE MARINE SANCTUARY OF CINP! MAKE SURE THE GOVT KEEPS THIS PROTECTED!

As far as visitor centers go its pretty neat! The rangers at the desk were kind and helpful. The center itself was pretty interesting and informative. Displays outside include a small nature walk with pamphlets about the indigenous plants and topographical maps of each of the islands and information about each one of them. Inside the center is a small aquarium with local wildlife, some displays of other locals marine life and facts about the local indigenous peoples, the Chumash. If you have the energy there is a tower you can climb up to the 3rd floor that has information on the different level of the ocean and a great view once you reach the top. We finished our trip by picking up souvenirs in the gift shop. We were there for about an hour. If you looking to kill some time definitely stop by and check it out.

Very nice visitor center, very knowledgeable and helpful rangers and staff, great exhibits and selection in the park store.

A nicely laid out visitor centre on the mainland facing the Channel Islands. The gallery and interactive displays were enjoyed by all the kids. The stairwell paintings are very nicely done. The open aquarium is mesmerizing for the little ones. The fish and the 🦞. Would like to visit the islands but the cost for a family was quite high.

Visit Sundays 11 am - 3 pm for a tour by a docent in Rancho era costume. Enjoy Music under the stars at this city of Ventura historical Park!

With all of the rains we have been getting, the rose garden is in FULL BLOOM! It’s gorgeous! Here are some shots I photographed from yesterday’s wedding so you can see how it looks! :) I loved how the bride and groom decorated the inside area with the extra large real wood tables! Highly recommend that look along with the dark brown wood chairs 🪑 📸 😁

We had an amazing day here! Volunteers helped us sight Olivia Owl, explained history of the the Olivas family to us as we toured and had tents with hands on crafts focused on the owl festival. It was an amazing free event! Thank you for all everyone did and does for our community!

Showed up on Sunday at 3:00 and they were closed on the one day that there opened. There web sight say’s opened until 4:00 pm. They need to update there hours so people don’t waste there time driving there.

Such a great historic landmark. The tour is a wonderful experience and worth the time and minimal cost. Recommend to anyone who loves CA history.

Came here for their fall festival. Lots of traditional dancers, food truck for lunch, exhibits for the kids, and access to the historic house.

I got the $3 tour. The docent gave me all the history of the origin of this family and adobe. He took me to each room and discussed their objects and usage. The courtyard contains the cooking and tallow making area. There is a kitchen garden and flower garden but they do not seem to be kept up. The docents are very friendly and want to share their knowledge of this area.

Favorite spot for dinners, reading, and park ocean views. Love the huge open field and always so many cute dogs here. Great for sunsets as well!

Great place to watch the sunset bring a little towel to sit on the grass because there’s a lot of dogs. If you like dogs, sometimes they come up to you while you’re sitting there.

Beautifully maintained. There is no playground or picnic tables, and only one of the benches gets some shade. If you don't like dogs randomly running up to you while you sit and picnic (or whatever), then I recommend another park. It has become an unofficial dog park.

One of the most beautiful places for a picnic in town, perfect spot to watch the sunset. Lots of dogs, so only major downside is when people don't clean up after their pups or the dogs are rowdy. And it is an actual cemetery, so just know that there are headstones here and there. Absolutely gorgeous place.

Brought the dog and the family to hang out and celebrate a birthday. Absolutely beautiful views and all the dogs had fun together!

Amazing sunsets and seeing the dogs playing.

Great public park! Clean, open green space with a fantastic view of the Channel Islands. Great spot to take a date and chat while enjoying the weather & view. There were couples picnicking, dogs playing, children laughing and even a guy playing some acoustic guitar. A few interesting plaques detailing the history of the park, too. Loved it!

Best place to hike and chill that's not too far from the city. So many different trails, from easy to hard, so make sure you have the proper footwear, or have walking sticks. One section is very slippery. But, being in nature is so worth it!

This is a wonderful place for a medium hike. I like to come here, look at the scenery and have fresh air. I like the nature that our God has bless us with. See my pictures and judge for yourself. Like always my brothers and sisters enjoy what God has given us.

For a few months each year this is one of the most beautiful parks in California, and an absolute gem of trails of varying difficulty and perfect for hiking and trail running. There is plenty of parking, facilities of all kinds including very clean bathrooms, and fields and picnic areas so it's great to take the family for an afternoon.

Love arroyo. Been hiking and picnic’ing here for years. Dog days are fun. And now there is an area for kids in the back. Enjoy the hikes keep it clean please.

Plenty of open space for the dogs to run around in as well as open trails to walk around , trails are easy to moderate with good views of surrounding areas. There is a small fee to get in like around $3 but there is also restrooms and a playground for younger kids

My dogs absolutely love Arroyo Verde Park. It’s a beautiful, spacious green park surrounded by scenic hills and filled with friendly dogs and owners. There’s plenty of room to run, explore, and play—and every visit brings new dog (and human) friends. It’s clean, welcoming, and one of our favorite spots to enjoy nature together. Highly recommend for anyone with active pups who love to socialize!

It’s a wonderful hike . It’s kids friendly and good for all ages. You can choose according to your comfort how steep you want to go. Beautiful view from the top. It has park for all age group kids and picnic ground with benches and bbq pits.. Highly recommend.

Lovely visit! The house was beautifully restored. We went as a family with a young child and the tour guides were very informative and interactive. My child was most excited to be trying out a real historic telephone and examined century-old kitchenware and tools. Fantastic experience! Special thanks to our lovely guides, Rosemary and Tracy!

It was so nice. The ladies were very informative. Highly recommend.

It was small but very cute and historical home. The only thing I wish was different is business hours. They are only opened for tours the first Sunday of the month.

Lovely old house you can feel the homyness I like the Christmas event

The perfect house to go with a perfect day this is the Dudley house at it's best. Jan is the best at making the client's feel at home. This place of history and the grandeur or something we will treasure once again next month and recommend this location to all in Ventura County is a place together and enjoy.

Nice old house, love the interior design. The boutique was on the day we were there. Lots of great items inside and outside, even some goodies in the basement.

Beautiful historic home. I went for their Christmas Craft fair- Wonderful items...great prices- Terrible check out !

Very nice beach! A little sad about the paid parking but it definitely makes the parking lot safer!! It's $10 for the whole day and if you do hourly you get a free first hour. After that I think it's $1-5 per hour. I'd say the whole day parking is SO worth it!

Sunset was amazing. Waves crashing on the breakwaters with the islands in the distance. We watched people playing with their dogs. Free parking. They are still replenishing the beach but there are areas to enjoy the view

Very clean beach, came on a Tuesday and it was super chill.

Safe, tame beach. Not photogenic really, but perfect for little kids.

I just wish I could have enjoyed the natural landscape of the beach unobstructed (Everytime I turned around another tent was put up)*grrrrr The beach there is beautiful though. It was a busy day today and how wonderful it was to see Instructor Trayvon Lang pass by my car on his way to hangout with his martial arts group!

I love this beach area for our little ones! It doesn't have big waves and I'm ok with the kids skimming the waterline.

Lovely Beach, was able to get drone flight clearance here. Beautiful place!

Call the Museum of Ventura County, across the street, to verify it will be open. Free Admission. An entire museum dedicated to what was uncovered from the excavation of the city block. From prehistoric, Chumash, Spanish, Mexican, European, to present. Endless display cases of the finds.

I've been meaning to visit this museum for years, but I just never seemed to be there while it was open... so when looking for something to do on a summer's day with the kids... this spawned a day trip to Ventura! With easy parking just across the street, we parked (where one would normally park for the Museum of Ventura across the street... another fabulous museum if doing things with kids) and happily ventured towards the "open" sign of the museum. Truth be told, I wasn't sure exactly what this museum was, and we walked in and discovered a relatively small room with various artifacts from several eras... But the SUPER cool thing about this museum is that everything in was estivated by archeologists at this location in a pit (that you can still see) back in 1971! Apparently, after an auto mechanic went out of business and they started getting ready for what came next, they started discovering artifacts... and it kept going and going! What's so cool is that they uncovered artifacts from several different eras and cultures the further down they went! As far as I-forget-the-year BC! But then later the Chumas, the Spanish, the Mexican's, the early American's, then the Chinese! It's super cool to see all these different artifacts from different cultures all discovered in one place! It years makes you think about what lives beneath our feet. Hedge expectations... it's small, but it's also FREE and as a general rule, I always give free museums five stars! Depending on how much you want to read, it's not going to take you too long to get through the museum... there is that one small room, and then you can go out back, see the pit and some various other spots they're set up... all in all it'll take less than an hour... but I love stuff like this! Apparently there are more museums in the US than Starbucks... so I really appreciate small museums. It's RIGHT in downtown Ventura, so it's easy to make a day of it. There are tons of restaurants, shops, the museum across the street and even a new arcade! The museum gave us a map of historic Ventura buildings and we did a bit of our own walking tour, but we actually (I don't know if I'd recommend this all in one day) walked all the way to the botanical gardens and did that after! That's a bit of a walk, and while I absolutely recommend visiting there... that might want to be its own day where you park in the lot. Definitely check it out!

Here at 11 am at stated hours on pictured poster & website. No one open or put up a sign the will not be open. We had our of town guest waiting for more than 30 minutes in the heat. Call before you go.

It’s interesting, all of the things they found from different cultures and eras. If you go to the Ventura County Museum web site, you can take a virtual tour where you move around the building and can read the info for each item.

Fun place with historical artifacts inside and outside and it was free!

They’ve packed a lot into a small space. Fun place to check out while wandering downtown.

Had a lovely time here. You can learn about the history and pre-history of the place, who lived there, what they did, and what became of them. The gal at the front was super knowledgeable about history and archaeology (and lots of other stuff). If you're in this part of town, check out this museum.

Nice place for kids (and even adults). 22$ per adult for 2 hours of mini golf. Covers 36 tracks. They have plenty of options for drinks and snacks. Lots of gaming options.

Really fun, classic miniature golf. We like to go every few months. The earlier the better. It starts getting packed after 12 on weekends. Plenty of arcades, bumper boats, bumper carts, and indy cars.

The course on the left needs ALL of its tees redrilled, the course on the right was ok. The plants were well cared for throughout but the course itself was falling into disrepair in many places, and the water features were all sad looking. The fort needs some serious love. Very limited snack menu availability, lots of things listed but very little actually available for purchase. 1 person was running arcade prizes, the snacks, AND golf sales at any one time. Meh? We killed 90min but not sure I'll go back. We've been to other locations which are nicer than this one.

Golf n Stuff is awesome. I’ve been coming here for years and have many fond memories of it. I definitely recommend it if you’re looking for a fun, chill place to mini golf 🥰

Great spot! Visible from the highway and easy to get to. Golf is a ton of fun, and there's 36 holes across two courses. You can either pay by the course or get a 2 hour pass, and both are reasonably priced ($18 for the course, $22 for the pass). The arcade is fun, with a tiny but mighty assortment of different games. There's also go karts, bumper cars, and bumper boats onsite, too. Good for parties or just to drop in, but it can get busy on the weekend.

Had a good time here. Felt like the prices are a little high but still had fun. Courses are challenging and fun. Didn't check out the arcade although there are a lot of games to play.

A really great adventure golf location. Great vibe, cool courses, good music. It only loses a star for me because the prices for kids are way too steep. I have an 11 and 9 year old and they had to pay the full adult rate because they are over 40 inches, which I find a little bit ridiculous. Other than that it was a really fun time 👍

My daughter celebrated her 7th birthday here with several friends, and we had a fantastic experience! A few days before, I went in to purchase tickets, and the staff—especially Ayanna—were incredibly friendly and helpful. On the big day, everything was ready, and the process was seamless. The theater itself is older, so the seats don’t recline, but they were still comfortable—and at just $7.00 per ticket, this is the best deal in town! More than anything, the welcoming feel of the staff made the experience exceptional. The kids had a blast watching Dog Man (on opening day!) and we enjoyed popcorn, sodas, and licorice. A great perk was that they offer small boxes for just 25 cents, making it easy to split the popcorn—perfect for a group of kids! The concession prices were reasonable, and everything was fresh. I can’t say enough good things about their team! If you’re looking for a well-run theater with great prices and a warm atmosphere, this is the place to go. We will definitely be back!

This place is the best kept secret. This is the most fun we have had at the movies in a long time. The staff greets the moment you come in and makes you feel like they are glad to have you. This feels the way movies should. A great escape from the chaos. Nice reclining seats, tidy theatres and No big lines. The prices are amazing and the parking is super easy. Definitely looking forward to a return visit. The staff hit it out of the park. Bravo!

This theatre is really doing something special that should be cherished and I'll try to explain why I feel that way. Pulling into the parking lot and walking in feels like being teleported back to the 90s. Everything about it has that feel and aesthetic and its fun. You're also paying what feels like 90s prices in the 2020s. I bought my ticket, a big bag of popcorn, and a massive soda for under 20 bucks, what a deal. They have an atmosphere they are going for here. The purple paint, neon sign, brightly colored snack bar, its fantastic. It doesn't have the mechanical seats or the cutting edge sound system (and not every movie needs that), but it has character. Remember when one day we woke up realizing going Blockbuster wasn't a thing anymore and mourned that experience? This is the move theatre version of still getting to go to Blockbuster, go enjoy it!

I’ve been going to this theatre ever since I was a kid and am so sad to hear it is closing its doors. The creative Flashback series, unique candy selection, and even the Date Night deal were always so fun! The staff has always been lovely throughout the years and genuinely seemed like they were happy to be there. Thank you for the memories, Regency and team!

Just heard this theater was closing and I'm heartbroken to say the least. I've been coming here since I can remember (3-4 years old). It isn't anything special in the sense that it doesnt have heated seats or anything but it was carries the magic that all local cinemas have. Protect your local theaters at all cost before they close like this one!

Love this theater, been coming for years. The reason for my review however is due to ❤️Hazel and Oscar's exceptional customer service, alway making me and my family feel welcomed 😊 Thank U guys!

So good this place has always been the best. Everybody’s always so nice there. Tickets prices are awesome and they always give you posters.

What's not to love? Happy hour and sunset at the Ventura Harbor Village, then this. It was a fantastic, really fun experience, even more than expected. I was the one who really wanted to do it, and the three who accompanied were reticent but willing to humor me. Afterward, though, ALL agreed what a blast it was, and we're definitely coming back. Shout out to Brandon, who made our adventure even better, and to Annette, who was so helpful in its booking : )

On July 2, 2025 I took my two goddaughters to this Escape Room in Ventura CA. I wish I could remember the nice gentleman that help the girls. They went into the “The Wizard Lair” and these two girls were alone in trying to figure out the hints. The gentleman was very polite, accommodating to them when they got stuck. It took them an hour to escape from the room. My Goddaughters are 10 & 9 yrs old and were able to understand everything and did it alone. I’m so satisfied with the service and the girls wanted to do another escape room right after they were done. This activity is great for anyone however you’ll have to work as a team. This was definitely a great experience with abundance of laughter indeed.

We had a great time. It was fun and challenging and our host did a great job! We found ourselves talking about it and debating who figured out what that evening at home

This was my first time trying an escape room and now I definitely want to go again! The staff was very accommodating for a group of novices and it made the entire experience go very smoothly. The room was impressively decorated with wonderful little custom puzzles to manipulate and play with. They integrated the "plot" into all the puzzles in a way that made you feel like you were playing out your own story. One tip. The "mood lighting" does an impressive job setting the stage but bring a pocket flashlight to help read the combination locks. Reservations are recommended.

It was our first time to an escape room and it was incredibly fun and enjoyable. The staff of the ultimate escape rooms were so warm, friendly and helpful! They made our experience one of a kind! Looking forward to returning.

We did it for my 12 year old daughter's birthday Didn't think it would be so hard for the adults. (12-77 years old). We all had a great time with the wizards. Great Staff great at making accommodations.

Awesome service! They have an awesome staff that is really nice and very helpful along the way. The escape room itself is so nicely decorated and really detailed, there are so many things to put attention to but only a couple are actually meant to lead you to get out. The attention to small details and immersion is great, the design of the scape rooms seems genuinely creative A really chill and fun experience , would recommend for sure to support this small bussiness ✨

First time at harmon canyon absolutely breathtaking hiking trails beautiful view of ventura from the top of the mountains

The area is carved out along power lines, orchards, school, and residences. EVERYONE was friendly. The birding likely due to nearby orchards was diverse, along with a red tailed hawk nests nearby the entrance. A handful of trail options but lower trails nicely grated and wider than most. That's important because there are bikes, humans, snakes, coyotes, and you can pretty much "stay in your lane". I loved the beautiful Oak, Founder's Tree which is a good dedication to conservation.

I came for a bird walk and talk. Saw about 20 species of birds. Great walk, run, and biking trails. Many paths. Can go about 2.25 miles in from the parking lot. You can do more challenging trails that go farther certain times of the year.

Wonderful hike. The purple lupins were shoulder height and the fragrance was otherworldly. There are lots of great trails. Mountain bikes and dogs are allowed. Everyone we encountered was very courteous and kind. The tail was well marked and maintained.

I've ridden mountain bikes in Harmon Canyon on multiple occasions and there are all sorts of fun options available. If you want to do a wicked climb, you can head right to the top of the adjacent mountain and ride it down. Or you can just keep going straight back and the trails split into some impressive climbs.

One of my go to hiking spots in Ventura. It has several trails at different difficulty levels. Trails for mountain biking, trails for kids, trails for someone looking for a decent challenge. Great views of Ventura. It is at its peak during the spring with lots of wildflowers, birds, bees and butterflies. I’ve come across the occasional rattle snake so just be aware when hiking on hot days. There isn’t a ton of shade so make sure to bring lots of water. Ther are a good handful of old oak trees down in the canyon that offer a cooler stroll.

Some of the best designed and maintained trails in Ventura County. There's a central main dirt road that gradually climbs up into the canyon, with a half dozen or so trails branching off from it. These are so well carved into the hillsides that climbing several hundred feet feels like a breeze.