Gateway Travel Guide
Venice
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Popular places to visit
Venice Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Venice Beach, a popular beach in Venice Island.
Caspersen Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Caspersen Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Venice. Attend a sporting event in the area or seek out the cycling trails.
Venice Fishing Pier
After visiting Venice Fishing Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Venice. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its lively bars.
Brohard Paw Park
Explore the great outdoors at Brohard Paw Park, a lovely green space in Venice. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.
Venice Theater
You can make plans for a show at Venice Theater during your trip to Venice. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Centennial Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Centennial Park, a lovely green space in Venice. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Dolphin and Manatee Adventure tour of Osprey with Florida History
Sarasota: Siesta Key Clear Kayak Tour with Guide
Venice Clear Kayak Glass Bottom LED Night Tour
Mangroves & Midnight Pass Beach Kayak Tour
Siesta Key 4 Hour Private Charter, Many Options, Most Popular!
Siesta Key 2 Hour Private Charter- Siestas Best Dolphin Tour
Top hotels in Gateway
Ramada by Wyndham Venice Hotel Venezia
"Bar - the ad says "Restaurant" and "Bar," but there's no restaurant, and that's very bad. I drive 1,230 miles and know there's a restaurant. I won't be running around looking for food. I arrive and, come on, there's nothing. Why doesn't anyone check these ads? Five nights and no one asked if they ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Venice Bayside South Sarasota
"Fantastic location, service, room, the staff was super helpful and gave us some tips of places to check out — Terry was the absolute best!!"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Motel 6 Venice, FL
"Everything was clean and comfortable. We had a spacious room; everything looked new and clean. One missing amenity I like is my wake-up coffee in the room so I don’t have to get dressed and go to the office for it."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
"We really enjoyed our stay. The property was older but updated and very clean. Beach access was easy and there were several dining options within walking distance. Daily maid service was a plus."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
"Breakfast was a complete disapointed. Not real breakfast at all"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Lido Beach Resort
"Hermoso hotel la playa muy buena y todo muy céntrico"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Gateway
Venice Island
If you're spending some time in Venice Island, Venice Beach and Caspersen Beach are top sights worth seeing.
South Venice
While visiting South Venice, you might make a stop by sights like Venice Area Audubon Society and Jacaranda West Country Club.
Golden Beach
While Golden Beach isn't home to many top sights, Venice Beach and Centennial Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Venice Gardens
If you're spending some time in Venice Gardens, Pelican Pointe Golf and Country Club and Jacaranda West Country Club are top sights worth seeing.
Venice Groves
When in Venice Groves, you can plan a visit to Venice Area Audubon Society and Pelican Pointe Golf and Country Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
