Downtown Venice Travel Guide
Venice
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.
Things to do
Mangroves, Manatees & a Hidden Beach Kayak Tour (Siesta Key)
Dolphin and Manatee Adventure tour of Osprey with Florida History
Venice Clear Kayak Glass Bottom LED Night Tour
Dolphin and Manatee Adventure tour of Osprey with Florida History
Venice Clear Kayak Glass Bottom LED Night Tour
3-Hour Tikibar Private Hopping in Sarasota
Top hotels in Downtown Venice
Tropical Beach Resorts
Really nice room with kitchenette. Staff was very friendly. Loved the pool in the front with the waterfalls.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Carlisle Inn
Spacious rooms, wonderful staff and exceptional breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Lido Beach Resort
no beach view
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
We did not like how when you walk into your room your beds are right there. Like going into a motel room. Water pressure was not good. Took a while to get hot water. TV kept going in & out and freezing up.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Azul Resort Siesta Key
Nice staff. Well kept grounds. Cheerful.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Tropical Breeze Resort
The property is a block off the ocean, easy walk to the beach.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 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, Jacaranda West Country Club and Pelican Pointe Golf and 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.
