Downtown Venice Travel Guide

Venice

A canal with boats, palm trees, and a building in the background.
A building with a theater marquee, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A building with a tower and palm trees.
The Venice Theatre with a mural of a beach scene.
A street with palm trees, a woman walking, and a building with a tower.

Stay near popular Downtown Venice attractions

A building with a curved entrance, a tiled roof, and a number "140" on the facade.

Venice Theater

8.4/10 (110 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Venice Clear Kayak Glass Bottom LED Night Tour

Venice Clear Kayak Glass Bottom LED Night Tour

฿2,343
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

฿2,176
per adult
Dolphin and Manatee Adventure tour of Osprey with Florida History
Sarasota: Siesta Key Clear Kayak Tour with Guide

Sarasota: Siesta Key Clear Kayak Tour with Guide

฿2,845
per adult
Sarasota: Siesta Key Clear Kayak Tour with Guide
Fun sandbar day!

Siesta Key 6 Hour, Fun Filled Day on the Water. Build Your Day!

฿34,307
per traveller
Siesta Key 6 Hour, Fun Filled Day on the Water. Build Your Day!
Sandbar Fun!

Siesta Key 4 Hour Private Charter, Many Options, Most Popular!

฿23,931
per traveller
Siesta Key 4 Hour Private Charter, Many Options, Most Popular!
3-Hour Tikibar Private Hopping in Sarasota

3-Hour Tikibar Private Hopping in Sarasota

฿22,592
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
3-Hour Tikibar Private Hopping in Sarasota
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Top hotels in Downtown Venice

Lido Beach Resort

Lido Beach Resort

4 out of 5
700 Benjamin Franklin Dr Sarasota FL
The price is ฿10,938 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
฿10,938
฿13,863 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"Beautiful Room, air conditioning fantastic. Property beautiful all the amenities top notch..loved the staff everyone was so gracious and kind and accommodating!! We will definitely be back!!!!"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Lido Beach Resort
Tropical Beach Resorts

Tropical Beach Resorts

3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL
The price is ฿4,761 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿4,761
฿6,244 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (5,726 reviews)
"La habitación impecable una limpieza súper y todo fue una maravillosa estancia regresaremos en cualquier momento"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Tropical Beach Resorts
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway

3 out of 5
6600 S Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,363 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,363
฿3,800 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,315 reviews)
"Friendly staff, and helpful when needed. Great location near everything. Room was clean and AC worked great. Room was cleaned every day with no issues. Would definitely stay again!! Thank you!"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
The Westin Sarasota

The Westin Sarasota

4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive Sarasota FL
The price is ฿4,776 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿4,776
฿6,223 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
The Westin Sarasota
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

3.5 out of 5
202 North Tamiami Trail Sarasota FL
The price is ฿4,607 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
฿4,607
฿6,137 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,732 reviews)
"Nice hotel"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
Carlisle Inn

Carlisle Inn

3.5 out of 5
3727 Bahia Vista Sarasota FL
The price is ฿4,761 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿4,761
฿5,380 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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 ...
Carlisle Inn
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Where to stay in Downtown Venice

Find the best Downtown 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 pier extending into turquoise waters, a sandy beach with people, and a clear sky.

South Venice

While visiting South Venice, you might make a stop by sights like Venice Area Audubon Society and Jacaranda West Country Club.

A marina with luxury yachts and waterfront villas surrounded by palm trees.

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.

A beach with a lifeguard tower, people relaxing under umbrellas, and clear turquoise waters.

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 Beach and Venice Train Depot, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Downtown Venice Travel Guide