Country Inn & Suites By Carlson Ventura

298 Chestnut Street , Ventura, CA 93001

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Welcome to Ventura, CA

Ventura City Hall

Grant Park

Just 1 hour north of Los Angeles and 25 minutes south of Santa Barbara on California's beautiful coastline...Ventura offers miles of beautiful un-crowded beaches, a thriving harbor, historic downtown and mission district, and the feel of Old California. This vacationer's paradise offers a wealth of activities.

Top Ten Things to Do in Ventura:

Stop by the Channel Islands National Park Visitor's Center to learn about the pristine wonderland that lies just 14 miles offshore. If time allows, hop aboard and Island Packers boat to hike on Anacapa or Santa Cruz islands, or watch for whales during migration season.
Ride a surrey cycle or bike along the waterfront promenade, and head out to the end of Ventura Pier for spectacular ocean and city views.
Pick-up a self-guided tour brochure at the Ventura Visitor's Center and stroll through the historic downtown area.
Walk, kayak, or cycle around the harbor and check out the shops, restaurants, and activities in Ventura Harbor Village.
Follow the Adobe Trail to historic sites in downtown Ventura (Mission San Buenaventura, Albinger Archaeological Museum, Ortega Adobe), nearby Piru (Rancho Camulos), and the harbor area (Olivas Adobe).
Take a picnic lunch to the world known Surfer's Point break near the fairgrounds and watch the experts carve the waves. Named the best surfing destination in the US - after Haleiwa, Hawaii - by Outside Magazine http://outside.away.com/outside/destinations/200608/best-outside-towns-2006-11.html
Visit the Ventura County Museum of History and Art for an excellent overview of Ventura culture, past and present, and the famous Stewart figures.
Shop for antiques and collectibles in the historic downtown district
Spend time at the beach! Walk, boogie board, surf, suntan, and dig your toes in the sand! Grab lunch, snacks, or coffee at a cozy Seaward Avenue Beach District café.
Enjoy cutting-edge cuisine in a historic setting at one of the many restaurants in tastefully refurbished downtown buildings.

An oceanfront community with a vibrant downtown, prospering art scene, and sunny Mediterranean climate averaging a year round temperature of 74 degrees. The Country Inn & Suites Ventura puts you in the middle of it all. An easy two block walk from Historic downtown Ventura with shops, restaurants, wine tasting lounges, art galleries, landmark old mission adobes, and museums.

Transportation

Getting around in Ventura has never been so easy! Shuttle service is available just 1 block from the hotel. Just look for the 13 passenger bus painted with vintage woody-style sideboards, offering service to Ventura Harbor, Ventura Pier, beaches, Amtrak, Ventura County Fairgrounds, and the Historic Downtown cultural district. Shuttles run every 40 minutes from 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. daily. One way fare: Adult/Youth $1.25, Seniors $.60 and children under 45" ride free. Exact change is required.

Amtrak: 800-USA-RAIL
Hertz: 805-654-0828
Roadrunner Shuttle: 800-247-7919
Ventura County Airporter Shuttle: 805-650-6600
South Coast Area Transit (City Bus): 805-643-3158
Vista (Freeway Bus): 800-438-1112
Yellow Cab of Ventura: 805-659-6900

Minutes from:

Ventura Harbor Village - 4 Miles
Sport Fishing/Charter Boats - 4 Miles
Island Packers Whale Watching & Channel Island Trips - 4 Miles
Pristine Ventura beaches accessible via footbridge from hotel - 2 Blocks
Main Street/Downtown Ventura - 2 Blocks
The Majestic Ventura Theatre www.venturatheater.net
Ventura County Fairgrounds and Satellite Horse racing at The Derby Club www.seasidepark.org - 1/2mile
Ventura Aquatics Center http://www.cityofventura.net/depts/comm_serv/aquatics/index.asp with Waterslides and children's "Water Playground" Pool - 7 Miles
Limoneria Ranch www.limoneiratours.com Hot Air Ballooning, Horseback Riding, Back-Country Jeep & Citrus Ranch Tours - 15 Miles
Camarillo Premium Outlets www.premiumoutlets.com - 15 Miles
Magic Mountain - 45 miles

About an hour north of Los Angeles, Ventura County looks out affectionately on the expansive Pacific Ocean. Initially settled by Chumash Indians, the region was discovered by Portuguese and Spanish adventurers in the mid-16th century. Not long thereafter, Spain began to construct missions along the coast, and San Buenaventura (Ventura's original, official name) was established in 1782. Small communities and sprawling ranches grew around it, giving rise to the eventual town. In the 19th century, California saw an influx of settlers, and Ventura County became an agricultural capital, a title it holds yet today. In fact, the town of Oxnard derived its name from brothers who built a factory there to process sugar beets, a profitable early crop. Thanks to fertile lands and abundant rainfall, the area now serves as a top producer of strawberries, lima beans, lemons, and celery. The oil industry and the military also rank as major employers, along with electronics and tourism. Throughout its periods of growth, Ventura County has had the foresight to maintain its communities' small-town charm, as well as their history. Naturally, the coast is a perpetual draw, and area beaches are frequented by residents and visitors alike. Off the coast, the Channel Islands are a favorite of outdoor enthusiasts as well. While you're around, you'll definitely want to visit San Buenaventura Mission, Ventura Harbor, and Ventura's City Hall, not to mention Carnegie Art Museum and Heritage Square in Oxnard. They're just brief indication of the all-American appeal that brings folks to the county for business, for pleasure, and for fun.

21 missions line El Camino Real ("The Royal Road," now known as Highway 101). Spanish outposts, they were maintained by Catholic padres, and towns grew up around them when settlers gathered for community and civilization. Originally intended to be the third mission, San Buenaventura actually became the ninth, thanks to attention given first to other locations.

Nearby Attractions

Ventura County Community College District California State University Channel Islands Island Packers Cruises Andria's Seafood Restaurant and Market Ventura Harbor Boatyard Community Memorial Hospital Historic Downtown Ventura & San Buenaventura Mission Ventura County Fairgrounds - 1 mile University of California Santa Barbara - 25 miles Universal Studios - 35 miles Six Flags Magic Mountain - 40 miles Disneyland - 50 miles LAX Airport - 70 miles Burbank Airport - 65 miles

Corporate Offices

Ventura Visitor's and Convention Bureau Ventura Chamber of Commerce

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