Downtown Venice Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Venice
Popular places to visit
Venice Theater
You can make plans for a show at Venice Theater during your trip to Venice. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Centennial Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Centennial Park, a lovely green space in Venice. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Venice Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Venice Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Venice.
Caspersen Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Caspersen Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Venice. Attend a sporting event in the area or seek out the cycling trails.
Manasota Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Manasota Beach during your travels in Venice Island? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.
Venice Fishing Pier
After visiting Venice Fishing Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Venice. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its lively bars.
Activities
Mangroves & Hidden Beach Kayak Tour
Venice Clear Kayak Glass Bottom LED Night Tour
Dolphin and Manatee Adventure tour of Osprey with Florida History
Sarasota: Siesta Key Clear Kayak Tour with Guide
Private Luxury Boat Charter
Siesta Key 4 Hour Private Charter, Many Options, Most Popular!
Our pick of the best Downtown Venice Hotel Deals
Carlisle Inn
We had a wonderful stay! The staff are genuinely friendly and helpful. The breakfast was a step above the typical hotel continental breakfast. The rooms are spacious and well maintained. 2 minor areas for improvement: water pressure in our room (2nd floor) was very weak. The gym had good variety ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
This resort is beautiful. The rooms are very cute and clean and updated. The beach is only a minute walk away and the sand and water is incredible. Cannot beat the location! They also have a new pool that is just awesome! Built by the famous Insane Pools! The staff are all very friendly and for our ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Our stay was wonderful, one of the cleanest hotel I've ever stayed at, front desk staff "Andrew" is wonderful!! Look forward to seeing him again.(: Breakfast and the pool wonderful also!! Thank you, definitely will be back.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Lido Beach Resort
The staff really made our stay. The property was great itself but the effort from their team don’t go unnoticed. We had a great experience.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites
The staff were amazing, every one was willing to help or answer an our questions. The manager even joined us on a dance, Stephanie made our anniversary vacation very special. Outstanding we will definitely be back . Thank u Terry & Judy Brennan
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
The Westin Sarasota
not enough drawers to put my clothes into
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Venice
Gateway
When in Gateway, you can plan a visit to Venice Train Depot and Venetian Waterway Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Venice Island
If you're spending some time in Venice Island, Venice Beach and Caspersen Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Golden Beach
While visiting Golden Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Venice Beach and Manasota Beach.
Venice Isle Estates
While there might not be top attractions in Venice Isle Estates, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Venice Train Depot and Pelican Pointe Golf and Country Club.
Venice Gardens
If you're spending some time in Venice Gardens, Pelican Pointe Golf and Country Club and Jacaranda West Country Club are top sights worth seeing.
South Venice
While visiting South Venice, you might make a stop by sights like Venice Area Audubon Society and Jacaranda West Country Club.
