Canals, snake charmers and beautiful beaches, Venice is the gift that keeps on giving. Crisscrossed by canals, it was founded in 1905 by a wealthy businessman who wanted to build the Venice of America. Now the beachfront suburb is centered around its famous boardwalk, which attracts a colorful array of street performers, vendors, and general show-offs. Get your Californian dream off to a booming start by booking a Venice vacation rental. Whether you come to flex your pecs at Muscle Beach, watch the snake charmers, or surf in one of California's top surf spots, you're guaranteed a great time.
The Venice social life pretty much revolves around its infamous boardwalk. Officially called the Ocean Front Walk, it winds for some 2.5 miles along the beach and is a magical myriad of street entertainers, vendors, and muscle men. Book a cool Venice vacation rental just off the boardwalk and have on-tap entertainment day and night. Away from the beach is the Venice Canal Historic District, a.k.a the Venice of America. You can even explore the small canal network by gondola and see some of Venice's cool modernist architecture.
The beautiful palm-lined sands of Venice Beach are one of California's top attractions, just ask any surfer. Book a beachfront Venice vacation rental and wake up to yoga on the beach, work out with the weightlifters on Muscle Beach, or book a surf lesson from a pro. If you prefer to be on the sea rather than in it, book a boat trip and spot dolphins and whales. As the sun sets, take a stroll along its famous boardwalk, where you'll find everything from singers and fortune tellers to snake charmers. It's a great place for people watching.
For sun, sun, and more sun, Venice is the place to be. Blessed with long, hot summers, short winters, and very little rainfall, Venice is a popular vacation destination all year round. The sizzling summer months between June and August generally attract a wealth of visitors to the coast and Venice vacation rentals get snapped up quickly. Come in late spring or early fall when the days are still deliciously warm and you'll find the beaches and boardwalk much quieter, but bring a jacket for the cool evening breeze.
Squeezed between Santa Monica and Marina Del Rey, Venice has a prime spot on LA's Pacific Coast. A 4-mile drive south of the beach is the Ballona Wetlands, an ecological nature reserve home to California's native birdlife, including the great blue heron, snowy egret, and the Belding's Savannah sparrow. Serious hikers should head 7 miles north to Will Rogers State Historic Park. Part of the beautiful Santa Monica Mountain range, it promises dozens of spectacular walking trails through the canyons, many with scenic views across LA's skyline and the Pacific Ocean.
The nearest airport is in Los Angeles Intl. (LAX), located 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you can also fly into Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal), which is 8.4 mi (13.6 km) away.
Whether you're in search of a cozy escape for you and your sweetie or somewhere roomy to fit family and friends, you'll find some top vacation rentals in and around Venice. Here are a couple we think you'll like:
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Punching way above its weight when it comes to character, a tiny house vacation rental in Venice offers a front-row seat to big adventure. Close down your laptop and switch your focus to nature at one of these pint-sized escapes:
At Vrbo, we think weekends were made for having fun. Escape to one of these weekend getaways in and around Venice and make the most of all the incredible things to do close by:
Studio apartments may be small in size, but they sure do pack a punch when it comes to location and convenience. Plonk your bags down at one of these quality studio apartments in or near Venice:
Just because you only have a few short days to spare doesn't mean you have to spend it in a characterless hotel room. Get away but still have the comforts of home at one of these short-term rentals in or around Venice:
Nothing says "I love you" like a romantic weekend trip. If you're eager to spend a couple of relaxing nights away with your honey, we've got some romantic getaways in and around Venice that will set your heart aflutter:
Nothing screams "Best. Vacation. Evvv-er." like staying in a mansion. Treat your family to a memorable getaway at one of these mansions for rent in or near Venice:
Check out these large group vacation rentals in or near Venice where you won't have to leave anyone off your guest list:
Of all the conveniences a vacation rental can have, a pool delivers the most fun. Take a peek at these houses for rent with a pool in or near Venice and spend your days splashing about. Just remember to bring your inflatable swan:
Venice has a semi-arid climate, with average summertime temperatures ranging between 65 ºF and 80 ºF. But you don't have to wait until summer to visit. Take a look at the search bar at the top of the page and adjust the filters to find the ideal Venice vacation rental and plan your escape for whatever season you like.
No matter if your ideal escape is out in the countryside or by the ocean, you'll enjoy it even more if you share it with family and friends. Consider one of these large family vacation rentals in or near Venice and bring the whole crew:
If you want to see some family-friendly attractions in the area, there's no shortage of choice. Universal Studios Hollywood, Santa Monica Pier and Hollywood Walk of Fame promise lots of fun for all the crew.