South Venice Travel Guide

Venice

A wooden pathway surrounded by dense greenery and trees.
A gravel path flanked by wooden fences and lush green foliage.
A paved road flanked by dense tropical vegetation.
A pier extending into turquoise waters, a sandy beach with people, and a clear sky.
A beach with a wooden pier extending into the ocean, clear skies, and waves gently lapping at the shore.

Stay near popular South Venice attractions

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.
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Things to do

Another friendly Sarasota manatee coming over to say hi! It is especially important to protect these great creatures!

Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour of Sarasota with Olde Florida History!

฿2,270
per adult
Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour of Sarasota with Olde Florida History!
Venice Clear Kayak Glass Bottom LED Night Tour

Venice Clear Kayak Glass Bottom LED Night Tour

฿2,296
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Venice Clear Kayak Glass Bottom LED Night Tour
Great photo opportunity with this friendly Dolphin!

Dolphin and Manatee Adventure tour of Osprey with Florida History

฿2,270
per adult
Dolphin and Manatee Adventure tour of Osprey with Florida History
Mangroves & Hidden Beach Kayak Tour

Mangroves, Midnight Pass & Hidden Beach Kayak Tour | Siesta Key

฿1,968
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mangroves, Midnight Pass & Hidden Beach Kayak Tour | Siesta Key
Sarasota: Siesta Key Clear Kayak Tour with Guide

Sarasota: Siesta Key Clear Kayak Tour with Guide

฿2,788
per adult
Sarasota: Siesta Key Clear Kayak Tour with Guide
3-Hour Tikibar Private Hopping in Sarasota

3-Hour Tikibar Private Hopping in Sarasota

฿22,139
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
3-Hour Tikibar Private Hopping in Sarasota
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Top hotels in South Venice

Travelodge by Wyndham Venice

Travelodge by Wyndham Venice

3.5 out of 5
1710 Tamiami Trail South Venice FL
The price is ฿1,865 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿1,865
฿2,107 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Venice Beach and Caspersen Beach are ...
Travelodge by Wyndham Venice
Tropical Beach Resorts

Tropical Beach Resorts

3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL
The price is ฿4,467 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿4,467
฿5,906 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Tropical Beach Resorts
Carlisle Inn

Carlisle Inn

3.5 out of 5
3727 Bahia Vista Sarasota FL
The price is ฿4,038 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿4,038
฿4,563 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2,487 reviews)
"You deserve all the stars! From front desk to maintenance staff it seems that everyone cared"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Carlisle Inn
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway

3 out of 5
6600 S Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL
The price is ฿3,090 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
฿3,090
฿3,491 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very good! (2,403 reviews)
"Good location, nearly beach and clean rooms."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Lido Beach Resort

Lido Beach Resort

4 out of 5
700 Benjamin Franklin Dr Sarasota FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿10,477 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿10,477
฿13,333 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Lido Beach Resort
Cottages at Siesta Key Inn

Cottages at Siesta Key Inn

3 out of 5
1105 Point of Rocks Rd Siesta Key FL
The price is ฿4,081 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿4,081
฿5,165 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (265 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Cottages at Siesta Key Inn
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Where to stay in South Venice

Find the best South Venice areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A pier extending into the ocean at sunset with waves lapping at the shore.

Venice Island

If you're spending some time in Venice Island, Venice Beach and Caspersen Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A wooden pathway surrounded by dense greenery and trees.

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.

A crowded beach with people swimming and sunbathing, a red kite flying, and buildings in the background.

Golden Beach

While Golden Beach isn't home to many top sights, Venice Beach and Centennial Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gateway

When in Gateway, you can plan a visit to Venice Train Depot and Venetian Waterway Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A waterfront park with a fountain, palm trees, and a covered seating area.

Plantation

While Plantation isn't home to many top sights, CoolToday Park and Fox Lea Farm are some notable places to visit nearby.

South Venice Travel Guide