Ventura - Premier Visitors Guide 2007-2008 - (Page 9) “Sixty-two miles north of Los Angeles, but worlds away from the hustle and bustle of big city life.” —Houston Weekly Top Ten Things to Do in Ventura 1 Head for the harbor! Poke around the shops and galleries in Ventura Harbor Village, rent a pedal boat, and watch the boats head out to sea. Stop by the Channel Islands National Park Visitor Center to learn about the pristine wonderland that lies just offshore. to the harbor area (Olivas Adobe) and then on to Heritage Valley (Rancho Camulos). Hop aboard Island Packers and cruise out to the Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary. Spot whales and sea lions, hike or kayak at Channel Islands National Park, and discover one of the nation’s most spectacular land-and-sea preserves.. 2 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. Follow the Adobe Trail from historic sites in downtown Ventura (Mission San Buenaventura, Albinger Archeological Museum, Ortega Adobe) 3 4 5 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. 6 7 8 9 10 Try the regional cuisine — from fresh local seafood to nouvelle California to fusion Indian-Thai. A comprehensive pullout Culinary Guide on page 17 will help point the way. Discover the art of Ventura. Pick up guides to galleries and public art at the Visitors Center and hop to as many venues as time allows! Take a tour using self-guided tour leaflets at the Ventura Visitors Center and stroll through the historic downtown area. Or sign up for a city-sponsored Discover Ventura tour led by experts (limited dates). Shop for antiques and collectibles in the historic downtown district and other neighborhoods (printed guides are available at the Visitors Center). Visit the Museum of Ventura County to view fascinating exhibits on Ventura art, history and culture. W W W. V E N T U R A - U S A . C O M 9 http://WWW.VENTURA-USA.COM
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