Things to Do with Kids in Ventura, CA

  • TripBuzz found 154 things to do with kids in or near Ventura, California, including 130 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Camarillo, Moorpark, Oxnard and Thousand Oaks.
  • From Mondos Beach to Lake Casitas Recreation Area, the Ventura area offers 84 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Beaches, Movie Theaters and Theaters.
  • Located on the Pacific Coast, Ventura, CA is an attraction for beach-seeking tourists and those who are interested in the history of the San Buenaventura Mission. Musical entertainment is important to the people of Ventura and the city sees many headline acts, including former crowd pleasers such as Pearl Jam, Red Hot Chile Peppers, and The Doors.
  • TripBuzz found 154 things to do with kids in or near Ventura, California, including 130 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Camarillo, Moorpark, Oxnard and Thousand Oaks.
  • From Mondos Beach to Lake Casitas Recreation Area, the Ventura area offers 84 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Beaches, Movie Theaters and Theaters.
  • Located on the Pacific Coast, Ventura, CA is an attraction for beach-seeking tourists and those who are interested in the history of the San Buenaventura Mission. Musical entertainment is important to the people of Ventura and the city sees many headline acts, including former crowd pleasers such as Pearl Jam, Red Hot Chile Peppers, and The Doors.
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Gloria's Kitchen 2881 Loma Vista Road, Ventura, CA MoreLess Info
Menu includes shrimp tacos, bacon cheeseburgers, huevos rancheros, veggie and cheese omelets, spicy tuna and avocado melts, and tamales
2.9 Miles
83% 23 votes
Islands Ventura, CA MoreLess Info
As the largest of the eight channel islands, Santa Cruz is home to the Santa Cruz Island Channel Islands National Park. The park offers breathtaking ocean views and wildlife sightings. The park also houses historic structures from the 1800's.
0.7 Miles
87% 15 votes
Hiking Trails 5000 Foothill Road, Ventura, CA 93003 MoreLess Info
A sprawling county park covering 132 acres, Arroyo Verde Park features a nature center, as well as miles of hiking and running trails. The park also offers two playgrounds as well as picnic areas with barbecue grills.
2.6 Miles
65% 31 votes
Golf 5882 Olivas Park Drive, Ventura, CA 93003 MoreLess Info
The Buenaventura Golf Course is a parkland-style course with green fairways, mature tree lines, and white sand bunkers. The location also hosts golf tournaments, banquets, and the Ventura City Championship.
3.6 Miles
48% 71 votes
Theaters 26 S Chestnut Street, Ventura, CA 93001 MoreLess Info
The Ventura Theatre is a live music venue that hosts a wide variety of performers from various musical genres. The venue is also available for rentals for parties, banquets, and events of various sizes and kinds.
6.0 Miles
71% 38 votes
Movie Theaters 255 W 5th Street, Oxnard, CA 93030 MoreLess Info
Featuring full stadium seating, Plaza Cinemas is a movie theater that shows the latest released movies to its guests. Amenities at the theater include matinee specials, 3-D movies, and MediaMation 4D Motion EFX theaters.
6.1 Miles
46% 28 votes
Beaches off Highway 101 via Harbor Boulevard, Oxnard, CA 93036 MoreLess Info
McGrath State Beach is a two-mile beach that is often used by surfers and anglers who often stay in the campground. The beach is also used by thousands of migratory birds because of its location along the Santa Cruz River.
6.1 Miles
92% 84 votes
Beaches Oxnard, CA MoreLess Info
Visitors to Mandalay Beach enjoy views of the Channel Islands. Stroll along this secluded beach and take in the fresh air. Guests have also been known to spot dolphins swim by. Bike paths are also available.
6.2 Miles
76% 112 votes
Cultural Centers 715 South A Street, Oxnard, CA 93030 MoreLess Info
Oxnard, California is home to the Heritage Square Museum. This historical interpretive center features costumed interpreters and Victorian-inspired architecture. The museum is dedicated to the first hundred years of Californian statehood.
6.6 Miles
92% 72 votes
Parks Oxnard, CA MoreLess Info
Beautiful Oxnard State Beach & Park is perenially popular with kite enthusiasts, picnickers, joggers and power walkers. The park includes volleyball courts, barbeque stations and an area for skateboarding. The covered pavillion must be reserved in advance.
6.9 Miles
100% 6 votes
Theaters 2731 S Victoria Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93035 MoreLess Info
With productions ranging from political dramas to Shakespeare plays, Elite Theatre Company is a community theater group comprised of local performers. The company often throws public fundraiser events for its youth theater education program.
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