Gateway Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Venice Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Venice Beach, a popular beach in 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.
Brohard Paw Park
Explore the great outdoors at Brohard Paw Park, a lovely green space in Venice. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.
Venice Area Audubon Society
Explore the great outdoors at Venice Area Audubon Society, a lovely green space in Venice. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Activities
Mangroves & Hidden Beach Kayak Tour
Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour of Sarasota with Olde Florida History!
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
Siesta Key 2 Hour Private Charter- Siestas Best Dolphin Tour
Our pick of the best Gateway Hotel Deals
Ramada by Wyndham Venice Hotel Venezia
The staff are super friendly and helpful!
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Motel 6 Venice, FL
Nice staff, easy check in, rooms a little musky smell. But a quick stay decent place.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Venice Bayside South Sarasota
We stayed one night while passing through - it’s a beautiful hotel. The room was great, and very nice pool and breakfast. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Very nice place
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
Loved our stay, room was beautiful and bed was so comfy! So close to the beach, perfect location. Would definitely stay again!
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Carlisle Inn
Great place and great staff
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gateway
Downtown Venice
While visiting Downtown Venice, you might make a stop by sights like Venice Theater and Centennial Park.
Venice Island
If you're spending some time in Venice Island, Venice Beach and Brohard Paw Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Golden Beach
While visiting Golden Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Venice Beach and Manasota Beach.
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.
