El Patio Inn - Constructed in 1926 as the Ennes Arcade & Hotel Valencia, the building was actually 2 separate structures joined by a 20 ft arcade. The southeast corner served as the post office when the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers purchased land and began construction of Venice
The Venice Center Mall - Originally one of Venice’s 4 hotels, the 3 story San Marco Hotel opened in 1926 with 92 rooms and 16 retail stores. In 1932, the Kentucky Military Institute began using this building as their winter headquarters. Today it houses specialty shops, Clothiers and Galleries.
The Historic Train Depot - The original Venice Train Depot was built in 1927. It has been restored to it's original condition and contains memorabilia form the days when the Kentucky Military Institute cadets used Venice as their winter headquarters. Depot tours given by the Venice Area Historical Society’s Docents, M, W, F. Tours free, donations welcome. Call for times
Patriots Park - Includes The Freedom walk and was originally created by the 2002 Class of Leadership Sarasota County. The memorial, with stations, pillars and brick pavers, was inspired by the events of the September 11, 2001 tragedy and is a tribute to all who have served our country.
The Venice Art Center - The oldest and largest community art center on Florida’s cultural coast. In 1956, when the population of the city and surrounding area numbered about 36,000 and the Intercoastal Waterway had not yet rendered Venice an island, the Women's Club sponsored a two-day art show. Twenty-seven artists displayed 60 works and 250 people attended. This seed grew into "The Art Spirit",Venice-Nokomis Art Association in 1958.Over the years, it became apparent that the original Art Center needed renovation which was completed in 1996. The name was changed to "The Venice Art Center." 390 S Nokomis Ave Venice 
Pelican Alley Restaurant - Pelican Alley is home to a number of ghosts! And has been for the past 30 years. The restaurant has been investigated by several paranormal groups from all over Florida and they have all found evidence of ghosts and paranormal behavior. They, along with the staff, have witnessed activities that include:
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Originally known as “Horse and Chaise,” early settlers renamed the area Venice in 1888 in recognition of the many natural waterways around the area. As a City, Venice became a reality when The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers came in 1925 and began to build a retirement community for its members. Designed by well known city planner John Nolen, the original plan included wide paved boulevards with planted medians, small parks throughout the community, a golf course, a beach front amphitheater and lots reserved for schools and hotels as well as an agricultural area known as Venice Farms.
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229 W Venice Ave • 941-4846722 Map it |
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Located in historic downtown Venice along W Tampa Ave. |
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Located on U.S. 41, just north of the intersection of U.S. 41 Bypass North and U.S. 41 Business |
 The Venetian Waterway Park - Venetian Waterway Park is a result of the efforts of Venice Area Beautification, Inc. About 10 miles of the linear park is open for walking, jogging, in-line skating and biking. The park connects to Legacy Trail forming a 22 mile Trail connecting Sarasota to Venice. Venetian Waterway Park offers scenic Intracostal water views and glimpses of our local wildlife. It is pet-friendly and its amenities include park benches, picnic shelters, grills, litter receptacles and dog clean-up stations. There is also a kayak launch located near Caspersen beach pavilion on Red Lake. There are 3 main trail heads are the Caspersen trailhead, Shammrock trailhead and the North trailhead. Click Here for a trail map |
 Centennial Park - Is located in the heart of historic downtown Venice along Venice Ave. It's a great place to relax and enjoy the beauty of Venice. There is a gazebo where events are often held and the intergenerational children's  fountain. On Saturdays there is a farmers market. It's a wonderful place to take a break from shopping in all the quaint little shops along Venice Ave. |
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 Triangle Inn - The building was constructed in 1927 as a rooming house or inn. It’s unique shape and massing have made it a landmark since its construction and is reminiscent of the Italian Renaissance. It was home to piano teachers, secretaries, prospective land buyers, tarpon fishermen and visitors escaping the cold of the north. During WWII it was home for civilian employees of the Venice Army Air Base and married military personnel. After the war it was a private home and during the 1950s it was converted to six apartments. It is now the home of the Venice Archives and Historical Society. 941-486-2487 • 351 S Nassau St Map it |
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Owners, staff and cleaning crews have all identified the same "ghost" as an older man who is usually in or near the kitchen where the bar once was when Pelican Alley was the Admiral's Wardroom. 1009 W Albee Rd • 941-485-1893 Map • Website |
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