Venice Beach, FL
Sightseeing
This iconic spot is what sold me on Venice as my new home. I love to fish there, sunset watch, watch the boats, almost every time I see manatees, dolphins, birds, and waves crashing on the rocks is mesmerizing. Get there an hour or two before sunset during the months of Oct. thru March if you want a good parking spot for it's a very popular spot. There is also a small food venue there for light snacks.
47 locals recommend
South Jetty Beach
2000 Tarpon Center DriveThis iconic spot is what sold me on Venice as my new home. I love to fish there, sunset watch, watch the boats, almost every time I see manatees, dolphins, birds, and waves crashing on the rocks is mesmerizing. Get there an hour or two before sunset during the months of Oct. thru March if you want a good parking spot for it's a very popular spot. There is also a small food venue there for light snacks.
Lots of parking, a nature boardwalk along the beach, shower stations, bathrooms, and a unique part of Venice beach. This is a great spot to shark tooth hunt along the waterline and along the rocks. Just beware the rocks are not the type to walk barefoot on. It's not as usually packed as the other beaches and offers a feeling of being away from the crowds.
138 locals recommend
Caspersen Beach
Harbor DrLots of parking, a nature boardwalk along the beach, shower stations, bathrooms, and a unique part of Venice beach. This is a great spot to shark tooth hunt along the waterline and along the rocks. Just beware the rocks are not the type to walk barefoot on. It's not as usually packed as the other beaches and offers a feeling of being away from the crowds.
If you are looking for a great kayak, canoe launch area then this one is really neat.
Caspersen Canoe & Kayak Launch
If you are looking for a great kayak, canoe launch area then this one is really neat.
A must for families with little ones. This area has a nature center, a huge playground, tennis, basketball, bike riding trials, hiking trails, and situated along the inter-coastal water way for wonder sights and even some fishing.
46 locals recommend
Shamrock Park & Nature Center
3900 Shamrock DrA must for families with little ones. This area has a nature center, a huge playground, tennis, basketball, bike riding trials, hiking trails, and situated along the inter-coastal water way for wonder sights and even some fishing.
Great spot to let the kids play, see the boats, and start a bicycle ride.
12 locals recommend
1927 Historic Venice Train Depot
303 E Venice AveGreat spot to let the kids play, see the boats, and start a bicycle ride.
Paw Park Beach
1900 Harbor Drive SouthOnly spot to take the dogs out on the beach.
Legacy Park
395 E Venice AveGreat spot for the kids.
North Jetty Beach
1000 S Casey Key RdPublic beach access with playgrounds and boat watching.
Snake Island
Only reached by boat, kayak, or paddle board.
Rent kayaks, paddle boards, and surf boards here.
15 locals recommend
Jetty Rentals: Kayaks, Paddleboards, Surfboards etc.
1000 S Casey Key RdRent kayaks, paddle boards, and surf boards here.
How about a trip down memory lane. One of the nicer classic auto dealers and collections I’ve seen.
12 locals recommend
Ideal Classic Cars Museum & Showroom
2224 S Tamiami TrailHow about a trip down memory lane. One of the nicer classic auto dealers and collections I’ve seen.
Maxine Barritt Park
1800 Harbor Dr SWhen you need to get a nice walk or jog in.
Historic Spanish Point
401 N Tamiami TrailAlligator watching in the wild. Airboat tour is fun also.
91 locals recommend
Oscar Scherer State Park
Oscar Scherer State ParkAlligator watching in the wild. Airboat tour is fun also.
Food scene
World known for it's views, great food, pier side bar, and live music. The most popular dining experience in Venice so be prepared to wait. The good thing is that you have a pier and the beach as your waiting room.
252 locals recommend
Sharky’s On The Pier
1600 Harbor Dr SWorld known for it's views, great food, pier side bar, and live music. The most popular dining experience in Venice so be prepared to wait. The good thing is that you have a pier and the beach as your waiting room.
People love strolling down the sidewalks of Historic downtown Venice. Shopping, restaurants, drinks, and all in unique atmosphere. This is the main hub of Venice Island and leads down to the main Venice Beach public parking. There are shops on Miami Ave, Venice Ave, and Tarpon Ave. so have fun walking walking and exploring the many sights, tastes, and sounds of this Historic downtown. Keep an eye out for the trolley and enjoy a ride around.
71 locals recommend
Historic Downtown Venice, FL
101 W Venice AvePeople love strolling down the sidewalks of Historic downtown Venice. Shopping, restaurants, drinks, and all in unique atmosphere. This is the main hub of Venice Island and leads down to the main Venice Beach public parking. There are shops on Miami Ave, Venice Ave, and Tarpon Ave. so have fun walking walking and exploring the many sights, tastes, and sounds of this Historic downtown. Keep an eye out for the trolley and enjoy a ride around.
Soda Fountain of Venice
349 W Venice AveBest shakes and old fashion sodas.
Best breakfast and espresso. My personal favorite is the breakfast bowl.
24 locals recommend
Upper Crust Cafe & Bakery
213 W Venice AveBest breakfast and espresso. My personal favorite is the breakfast bowl.
Café Evergreen Restaurant
801 S Tamiami TrailBest organic cafe in town.
Tikka Indian Cuisine
525A U.S. 41 Bypass NorthAmazing food and mango lassi.
Fins At Sharky's
1600 Harbor Dr SPinchers
900 Venetia Bay BlvdGood food, great atmosphere and a local favorite.
The Old Salty Dog Venice
1485 S Tamiami TrailNice view, great food.
My favorite Italian food in town. Family size dishes and great bread. Cash only! One pizza will feed the family and have left overs. Meat balls the size of baseballs. If your a sports fan then the walls of this place will make your jaw drop. Owner has an amazing collection of autographed memorabilia from his time as a sports broadcaster.
19 locals recommend
Luna Restaurant
200 Nokomis Ave NMy favorite Italian food in town. Family size dishes and great bread. Cash only! One pizza will feed the family and have left overs. Meat balls the size of baseballs. If your a sports fan then the walls of this place will make your jaw drop. Owner has an amazing collection of autographed memorabilia from his time as a sports broadcaster.
China Taste
329 Jacaranda BlvdMy preferred spot for great food.
Pop's Sunset Grill
112 Circuit RdGreat food and views.
Joey D's Chicago Style Eatery & Pizza
750 U.S. 41 Bypass NorthBest deep dish in town.
Gold Rush BBQ
661 S Tamiami TrailDaiquiri Deck Island of Venice
300 W Venice AveWhen you need a drink with friends.
Darrell's Restaurant
215 S Tamiami TrailGreat bbq and more.
Award winning chef. Breakfast is my favorite here. Cant go wrong with the special bacon and some biscuits and gravy.
28 locals recommend
Blu' Island Bistro
625 S Tamiami TrailAward winning chef. Breakfast is my favorite here. Cant go wrong with the special bacon and some biscuits and gravy.
Amazing chef, food will surprise you for being a small place. The view is pretty cool to on a busy day.
12 locals recommend
Suncoast Cafe
400 Airport Ave EAmazing chef, food will surprise you for being a small place. The view is pretty cool to on a busy day.
Amazing fresh ice cream from local fruit. My family loves this spot.
15 locals recommend
Nokomis Groves Ice Cream Stand
111 Albee Farm Rd SAmazing fresh ice cream from local fruit. My family loves this spot.
Nokomo's Sunset Hut
690 S Tamiami TrailDecent food, great views.
Dockside Waterfront Grill
509 N Tamiami TrailLocal favorite for food with a view.
The restaurant where my wife and I ate when we decided to call Venice our new home. Special place. Good food and good views.
67 locals recommend
Crow's Nest Restaurant & Marina
1968 Tarpon Center DrThe restaurant where my wife and I ate when we decided to call Venice our new home. Special place. Good food and good views.
Yummies Donuts & BBQ
2001 S Tamiami TrailLocal favorite for a quick bite.
Bonefish Grill
8101 Cooper Creek BlvdAlways good food.
When you need authentic Mexican.
21 locals recommend
Mi Pueblo El Restaurante Mexicano & Cantina - Venice
530 US-41 BYPWhen you need authentic Mexican.
Scoops Venice Ice Cream
1846 S Tamiami TrailEveryone likes ice cream.
Kilwins
207 W Venice AveFor that sweet tooth craving.
Venice Avenue Creamery
249 W Venice AveMy wife loves this place.
Ciao Gelato
317A W Venice AveLocal favorite.
Ate here a few times. Mostly fried but pretty good. I liked the hush puppies.
21 locals recommend
Captain Eddie’s Seafood Restaurant
107 Colonia Ln EAte here a few times. Mostly fried but pretty good. I liked the hush puppies.
The Point kitchen + cocktails + sunset
131 Bayview DriveVery popular! On my to do list!
Michael is wonderful and makes the best coffee and cannoli’s. He also sells ground coffee for use at home. Definitely worth a stop in the mornings for some great espresso and even sandwiches.
Parise’s. Espresso Bar, Cannoli and Italian Street Foods.
Michael is wonderful and makes the best coffee and cannoli’s. He also sells ground coffee for use at home. Definitely worth a stop in the mornings for some great espresso and even sandwiches.
Entertainment
Only movie theater in Venice. Recently renovated with great seats.
B&B Theatres Venice Galleria Stadium 11
2111 S Tamiami TrailLake Venice Golf Club
1801 Harbor Dr SGolfing
Venice East Golf Course
107 Venice E BlvdGolfing
3 Bridges Brewing
1765 South Tamiami TrailWhen you want to try something unique and different. Adult time.
Hecksher Park
450 W Venice AveWhen you want to get some exercise in during your stay.
CoolToday Park
18800 W Villages PkwyAtlanta Braves spring training field.
Venice Theatre
140 Tampa Ave WCatch a play or musical.
Fox Lea Farm
800 N Auburn RdMany of my guests attend shows here.
Grocery
When you want Amish style fresh produce and the best cold cuts meats.
Detwiler's Farm Market
1250 US-41 BYPParking can be packed but it’s worth it.
Publix
13435 S McCall RdBest shopping experience for groceries.
Every Saturday downtown. Always something new and fresh.
22 locals recommend
The Venice Farmer's Market
401 W Venice AveEvery Saturday downtown. Always something new and fresh.
Walmart Supercenter
2931 S McCall RdWhen you need something.
ALDI
1681 S Tamiami TrailI love their 16inch pizzas.
Bike rental
You can rent bikes and hit the legacy trail during your stay. They deliver to my place also.
They will rent you a nice bike and deliver it to the house. So you can explore the legacy trail.
Venice Bikes and Trikes
201 Base Ave WThey will rent you a nice bike and deliver it to the house. So you can explore the legacy trail.
Bicycles International
1752 S Tamiami TrailThey have everything when it comes to bikes.
Kind Vibes Outfitters
They have tours and rentals.
Shopping
Sea Pleasures & Treasures
255 W Venice AveWhen you want something to remember Venice.
Shirt Stop
247 W Venice AveGreat deals for local shirts.
Everything you need to hunt sharks teeth and learn about fossils.
7 locals recommend
Shark Frenzy, Inc
262 South Tamiami TrailEverything you need to hunt sharks teeth and learn about fossils.