Venice Things To Do
Venice Beach offers 14 miles of beach which runs between the Casey and Manasota Keys. Accommodation of various types abounds but you may also be wondering about what kinds of low-budget or free activities you can engage in during your stay. There is no shortage of Venice, Florida attractions, so here are some you can choose from that won’t cause you to have to break the bank just to have some fun and relaxation.
For kids:
This park located on Venice Avenue is a popular venue for car shows and farmer’s markets. It has many picnic spots where you can place your spread or use the picnic tables instead. It is rather child-friendly with a nice little area for children to enjoy the interactive splash pad and there is also a gazebo available for use.
This park located on Tarpon Center Drive is another free public area available to visitors with restrooms, showers, picnic tables, and park benches. It is a great relaxing area for the family and there is also space for kids to run around.
This park offers a little more than a regular one does. It has several waterways running along it through which you might be able to see dolphins on occasion. There is also a 9 ½ mile trail which you may choose to cycle or walk along.
If you’re bringing a dog:
This is the preferred park for dogs because it has amenities tailored for dogs such as showers, fire hydrants, and drinking fountains. The next awesome feature is that there is a walkway that leads to Gulf Beach on which the dogs are allowed. The beach also caters to dogs with the many garbage bins and waste bags to clean up after your pet.
This park has two sections. A large open area is better suited for the larger dogs as well as a smaller enclosed area for small breed dogs. There are also lots of trees to take the heat of the sun off them and water bowls available throughout the park for them to refresh themselves. There are also several balls and other doggy toys lying around for them to play with.
If you’re into arts:
The Venice Museum and Archives
This museum houses an impressive collection of photographs, literature, and objects that make up the various aspects of the history of Venice. It is free to the public and is open on specific days of the week and some Saturdays.
If you’re outdoorsy:
This 10-mile-long hiking trail runs along the train depot in Venice Beach, starting from Palmer Ranch and ending in Venice. It offers much enjoyment for people who are into biking and hiking. A word of caution though is to wear sunproof gear and to carry lots of liquids for hydration since it does not offer much in the way of shaded areas.
Free fishing can be yours to enjoy on this 700 ft pier which stretches into the sea. You can bring your bait or purchase them from the bait shop located on the pier.
Located on the Tamiami trail in Venice Beach, the Audubon Society is a wildlife conservatory that caters mainly to birds. You can visit here to enjoy bird watching and take photos of the many species you happen to sight.
Another wildlife conservatory, this preserve is in the River Road area and is accessible to visitors free of charge right around the year. Spanning just over 600 acres of land, you can roam freely and take in all the interesting wildlife and flora it has to offer.
Beaches:
This popular beach venue offers free admission and parking as well as a pavilion for dining and concessions stands.
More than your average beach, Caspersen Beach is popular when it comes to hunting for shark teeth. You can explore the many walking trails and lounge on the benches distributed throughout the beach.
This beach is a great spot to start a fishing expedition as it has boat ramps and an area to fish from. Some of the popular hiking and biking trails lead to this beach.
If you are a beach lover and just can’t do without the sun, the sand, and the sea, then you must check out the best 5 beaches in Venice & Sarasota County Area, Florida.
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