Known as “The Sharks’ Tooth Capital of the World”, Venice lives up to its Italian namesake with Renaissance-style architecture in its historic downtown. Antique shops, boutiques, and restaurants thrive in this vibrant area which offers an excellent choice of European and international cuisine.
Photo credit Elizabeth BarnettThings to Do in Venice, Florida
With a spectacular coastline, Venice stands partly on an island, although few people notice the transition from the mainland as they cross the Blackburn Canal that connects the Intracoastal Waterway with Roberts Bay.
Parks and Beaches in Venice, FL
Venice has a series of beautiful sandy beaches, each with its own distinctive character and appeal. Casperson Beach on Harbor Drive has pavilions and a children’s playground bordering Red Lake. The currents consistently wash up fossilized sharks’ teeth on the beach and visitors can buy sand traps to sift the sand for teeth, shells, and other treasures. Learn more about hunting for sharks’ teeth.
Photo credit Debi Pittman WilkeyFurther north is Brohard Beach and Paw Park, a dog-friendly beach and dog play area, and the fishing pier nearby which is a great place for sunset drinks, al fresco dining, and live music after dark. Venice Avenue leads to the main Venice Beach which stretches north to the Venice Jetty. This is a favorite spot for fishing and surfing in Venice.
Photo credit Justin FennellNokomis Beach lies north of the Roberts Bay entrance, on Casey Key. It’s a popular place to find boat tours, sunset cruises, and fishing charters departing from the sheltered boat ramp. This protected stretch of Intracoastal Waterway is also ideal for jet skiing, kayaking, and nature spotting.
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