All About Venice, FL

Venice, just south of Sarasota along Florida’s white-sanded Gulf Coast, offers 14 miles of beaches, from Casey Key to Casperson Beach and plenty of recreational opportunities, including swimming, sunbathing, fishing and boating.  Shelling is also a favorite pastime in Venice, and fossilized shark's teeth can be found in abundance by sifting through the sand.  Golfers enjoy excellent courses in the greater Venice area.  Venice also is a Florida Main Street City – its downtown graced by northern Italian architecture and beautifully landscaped boulevards that date to the original city plans of 1925 and reminiscent of the Italian city of Venice whose name it borrowed.

Local Destinations

Venice Beach
A very popular destination, Venice Beach has a concession area, lifeguards and free parking. There are also sand volleyball courts, picnic areas and access to the Venice Public Fishing Pier.  Along with beautiful views of sunsets, you can spot lots of wildlife along the beach including dolphins, shorebirds and marine turtles that come to nest between May and October.

Brohard Paw Park
This dog-friendly beach is very popular with pet-owners and includes access to the gulf, restrooms, and additional park areas nearby.  Be sure to carry everything your dog may need on a hot, sunny day when you go to this beach!

Historic Downtown Venice
Containing restaurants and shops along Venice Avenue, Historic Downtown offers great opportunities to explore and browse. Additionally, there is the Venetian Waterway Park which features a paved trail that runs along the water.  You will also find Centennial Park in the center of downtown with a little splash area for the children to enjoy.