South Venice Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Venice
Popular places to visit
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.
Venice Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Venice Beach, a popular beach in Venice Island.
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.
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 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.
Activities
Venice Clear Kayak Glass Bottom LED Night Tour
Private Luxury Boat Charter
Sarasota: Siesta Key Clear Kayak Tour with Guide
Our pick of the best South Venice Hotel Deals
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
"Staff was great and the hotel itself wasn't terrible. Only complaints would be limited options at breakfast (bagels, yogurt, cereal, hard boiled eggs). And the air conditioner in the room was loud it sounded like a plastic bag blowing in the wind. The pool and pool bar were nice as well as the hot ..."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
"Was a wonderful vacation all in walking distance of the captain cook village which is a little more Laid back than siesta key area. We will be back here!"
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites
"Great room. Appeared newly decorated. Lots of small extras, bottled water,popcorn and tea/coffee. Only stated one night but would look to stay again in the future. Close to the beach, local bars, restaurants and shops."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
Lido Beach Resort
"The resort was excellent. Very pleased"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Carlisle Inn
"Hotel room was clean. Pool was great. Food and pastries were yummy."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
Azul Resort Siesta Key
"Overpriced. Room was so small could barely get around the bed. Good distance from everything. Clean room, good location to walk to the beach and pool was nice. Short stay was great but unless I was by myself I wouldn’t be able to stay for longer than a couple of days. Very expensive for the ..."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in South Venice
Venice Island
If you're spending some time in Venice Island, Venice Beach and Caspersen Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Golden Beach
While Golden Beach isn't home to many top sights, Venice Beach and Centennial Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Gateway
When in Gateway, you can plan a visit to Venice Beach and Venice Train Depot, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Plantation
While Plantation isn't home to many top sights, Jacaranda West Country Club and CoolToday Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
