About Ventura County

Ventura is located on the Central Coast, with a population of around 105,000 people. Ventura is famous for its Mission San Buenaventura. This mission was founded in 1872 by Franciscan Junipero Serra. You can see this mission on the 31 mile coastal drive that passes Port Hueneme, Oxnard and Ventura. In addition to beautiful drives, there are many other wonderful activities to enjoy. Local activities include farmers markets, hikes and annual festivals. Visit www.venturatoday.net/currentevents for a list of local activities.

In addition to great activities, Ventura also has wonderful restaurants and night life. Ventura locals love to gather at local bars and pubs. A famous spot is the Ventura pier which is always full of excitement during the evenings and on weekends. Ventura is a great place to sit back, have a delicious meal, and enjoy the ocean scenery.

Finally, Ventura has great shopping. Ventura has the usual department stores, in addition to lovely boutiques and smaller shops. Main Street in downtown Ventura is known for its many antique markets. Visit http://www.ventura.com/community/mainst for more information on this lovely part of Ventura. Ventura locals truly have great taste in fashion and home décor, which is reflected in their shops. We encourage you to explore Ventura, a unique and charming town.