Shopping
Experience the good life, Shop til you drop!
From quaint boutiques to modern department stores, Venice has it all! Whether you enjoy strolling for antiques and eclectic finds in the downtown Venice shopping district or hitting the sales at the malls and retail stores, Venice is a shopper’s paradise.
- Historic Downtown Venice
- Bird Bay Plaza
- The Brick Yard Center
- Jacaranda Plaza
- The Venice Isles Plaza
- The Venice Village Shoppes
- Villa Venezia Plaza
Dining
Venice offers a wide range of dining options
Whether you are craving a fresh seafood bounty, spicy international cuisine, or a good old fashion hamburger, your appetite will be easily satisfied by the wide range of dining options offered in Venice. From casual beach fare to elegant four-course meals, the local Venice restaurants are a favorite among the foodies! Some of our area favorites include:
- Angelo's Italian Market
- Bogey's Sports Bar
- Crows Nest
- Cassarino's Italian Eatery
- Daiquiri Deck Siesta Key
- Kilwins'
- Lucky Dog Diner
- Made in Italy
- Obee's – on the Island
- Sharky's on the Pier
- Venice Wine & Coffee Company
Beaches
Find it all on the pristine beaches of Venice
- Brohard Paw Park
- The ideal spot for dog lovers! Brohard Paw Park is adjacent to the only beach area in the county where dogs are allowed to run free. This park has been called the best dog friendly park in the state!
- Caspersen Beach
- Home of the annual Sharks Tooth and Seafood Festival, Caspersen Beach is the longest beach in Sarasota County. This naturally preserved beach is a great choice for shelling and finding sharks teeth!
- Venice Municipal Beach
- Divers and snorkelers flock to Venice Municipal Beach to discover its many treasures found along the coral reef a quarter mile offshore. Certified Blue Wave beach.
- Nokomis Beach
- This family-oriented beach is a local favorite for fishing, strolling, launching a boat, or enjoying a quiet sunset.
- North & South Jetty
- Two jetties, long rock piers, frame the entrance from the beautiful Gulf of Mexico to Roberts Bay north of the center of Venice. The south jetty is in Venice, and the north jetty is in Nokomis, next to Venice. This is a popular area for boaters, fishing, surfing, and people just soaking up the sun and the spectacular view. Also, dolphins are spotted daily here, especially just before sunset.
