- Our list of the best things to do in Ventura, California, features the top 200 nearby activities — including 86 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Ventura, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Amusement, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 37 things to do within the city of Ventura, CA , followed by 163 popular activities in nearby cities, including Ojai, Camarillo, Oxnard, Moorpark, Thousand Oaks, Santa Paula, Malibu, Fillmore, Simi Valley, Long Beach and Santa Barbara
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Learn guitar fundamentals with private, personalized lessons taught by experienced instructors
7.3 Miles
Offering professional guided kayaking tours of the Channel Islands National Park, Blue Ocean Kayaking provides gear and instructions for navigating the Island Of Anacapa cove and natural sea caves. Dolphins, whales, and sea lions can be observed during the tour.
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Channel Islands Kayak Center Day Tours
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3600 S. Harbor Blvd, Oxnard, CA 93035
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Channel Islands Kayak Center Day Tours is a service that allows guests to spend a day kayaking and experiencing life out on the water. Visitors may observe different sea wildlife, learn about the local history, and explore sea caves.
7.4 Miles
3201 Camino Del Sol, Oxnard, CA 93030
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A favorite of Oxnard's oenophiles, Herzog Wine Cellars is a Jewish family business specializing in Kosher wines. The winery also sells non-Kosher wines, cigars, gifts and gourmet items. Several wine club plans are also available.
7.4 Miles
Located in Oxnard, California, the Mullin Automotive Museum is dedicated to vintage vehicles from the first half of the 20th century. The building holds hundreds of exhibits and has a beautiful rooftop garden.
7.6 Miles
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4100 Harbor Blvd, Oxnard, CA 93035
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The Channel Islands are home to fascinating wildlife, including, seals, sea lions, and dolphins. Channel Islands Charter offers private boat tours over these waters.
7.6 Miles
The Pirate Boat ride is a narrated ride along the waters of Oxnard. They offer sunset boat rides as well, and also private charters.
7.6 Miles
89%
142 votes
3900 Bluefin Circle, Oxnard, CA 93035
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Marine art is the focus of the Channel Islands Maritime Museum in Oxnard, California. The museum has an extensive collection of American marine art. It is also home to several huge model exhibits and is a must-visit attraction for model designers and hobbyists.
7.6 Miles
The Murphy Auto Museum maintains a permanent collection of vehicles, including a 1903 Curved Dash Oldsmobile, a 1940 Ford Limousine, and a 1927 Ford Model T pickup truck. The location also offers rotating exhibits.
7.7 Miles
78%
106 votes
4151 South Victoria Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93035
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The sportfishing community has been served by the Channel Islands Sportfishing Center for over 45 years. The business provides quick and easy access to popular fishing grounds along with live bait, free parking, and fully stocked tackle shop.
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Channel Islands Whale Watching
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4151 South Victoria Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93035
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Clients of Channel Islands Whale Watching love exploring the water with Captain Frank at the helm. Dolphins, orcas and whales are abundant in the Channel Islands and often swim right up to the boat.