Gateway
Venice
Popular places to visit
Venice Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Venice Beach, a popular beach in Venice.
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.
Manasota Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Manasota Beach during your travels in Venice Island? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.
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 Area Audubon Society
Explore the great outdoors at Venice Area Audubon Society, a lovely green space in Venice. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Things to do
Mangroves & Hidden Beach Kayak Tour
Venice Clear Kayak Glass Bottom LED Night Tour
Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour of Sarasota with Olde Florida History!
Dolphin and Manatee Adventure tour of Osprey with Florida History
Siesta Key 6 Hour, Fun Filled Day on the Water. Build Your Day!
Mangroves & Hidden Beach Kayak Tour
Top hotels in Gateway
Ramada by Wyndham Venice Hotel Venezia
The staff was very accommodating to our needs. Due to the bicycle ride we were participating on with our tandem we needed a room on the first floor and we got it. We needed extra late check out and we got it.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Motel 6 Venice, FL
This’s a great hotel for a short stay,rooms were clean staff were attentive,restaurants are walking distance .will stay again thank you!!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Venice Bayside South Sarasota
Our stay at the Howards Johnson Hotel in Venice was truly exceptional. From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed and well taken care of. A very special thank you to the manager for running such a smooth and guest-focused operation, and to the entire staff, both night and morning shift, for their ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Nice spacious rooms Comfy beds Lovely pool and pool bar (pool bar staff really friendly) Great location
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Carlisle Inn
Fabulous!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
BEWARE! The pictures you see of the beach are not what you get. We were there for four days and two of them, the seaweed was a foot high, hot and smelly and went into the water so you couldn’t just step over it. I told the front desk, they said I was the first person to mention it (I find that VERY ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gateway
Downtown Venice
While visiting Downtown Venice, you might make a stop by sights like Venice Theater and Centennial Park.
Venice Island
If you're spending some time in Venice Island, Venice Beach and Caspersen Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Venice Isle Estates
While there might not be top attractions in Venice Isle Estates, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Venice Train Depot and Pelican Pointe Golf and Country Club.
Golden Beach
While visiting Golden Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Venice Beach and Manasota Beach.
Venice Gardens
If you're spending some time in Venice Gardens, Jacaranda West Country Club and Pelican Pointe Golf and Country Club 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.
