17 AMAZING THINGS TO DO IN VENTURA, CA WITH KIDS

Southern California is a region that’s often thought of as a destination full of entertainment and the sun-kissed metropolis of Los Angeles, but for those who want a more relaxing vacation, will find there are many things to do in Ventura.

This quaint coastal city is famous for its beaches which are a surfer’s paradise, but without the crowds of places on the Central Coast like Santa Cruz or Huntington Beach in Orange County.

Things To Do In Ventura, California With Kids

Explore Ventura Harbor Village

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Soak Up Harbor Life On A Pedal Boat Ride

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Enjoy A Seafood Lunch With A View At Brophy Bros Restaurant

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Treat Yourself With Fish Cone At Coastal Cone Ice Cream

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Sea Cave Kayak Adventure At Channel Islands National Park

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