Take in the beachside beauty of Venice
The beaches and surrounding scenery provide a peaceful ambience to your holiday home in Venice. This city's cycling, sporting events and horse riding draw many visitors. Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. Many of our holiday rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters and sometimes even a hot tub—perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Activities and attractions in and around Venice
Are you looking for attractions to visit during your stay? You'll be sure to enjoy Venice for its cycling and shark viewing. Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to experience everything that Venice has to offer. Here are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Pelican Pointe Golf and Country Club (3.7 mi / 5.9 km)
- Sarasota National Golf Course (7.2 mi / 11.5 km)
- Jacaranda West Country Club (4.5 mi / 7.2 km)
- Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club (8.5 mi / 13.6 km)
- Heron Creek Golf Course (14.7 mi / 23.6 km)
- Oyster Creek Golf Club (14.9 mi / 24 km)
Exploring the beaches and other natural features in Venice
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Venice is a great place to spend some time outside. These are a few of the area's most eye-catching natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Siesta Key Beach (13 mi / 20.9 km)
- Lido Beach (16.2 mi / 26.1 km)
- Venice Beach (0.5 mi / 0.8 km)
- North Jetty Beach (1.3 mi / 2.1 km)
- Nokomis Beach (2 mi / 3.3 km)
- Brohard Paw Park (2.1 mi / 3.4 km)
Seasonal weather averages in Venice
If you're planning a holiday around warm-weather activities, August, July, September and June are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 28°C.
Travelling to and around Venice
The nearest airport is in Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.), located 20.8 mi (33.5 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you can also fly into Punta Gorda Airport (PGD), which is 30.8 mi (49.6 km) away.