Best 109 things to do in Venice, FL

Paddle the mangrove tunnels of Ted Sperling Park with a local guide

Paddle Lido Key mangrove tunnels with a private guide

Paddle Lido Key’s mangrove tunnels from Ted Sperling Park

Paddle Midnight Pass on a private Siesta Key kayak or paddleboard tour

Learn to surf in Sarasota with a coach-led lesson

Pedal kayak Sarasota Bay to seagrass beds and mangrove tunnels

Pedal kayak 2 miles through mangrove tunnels at Emerson Point

Pedal through seagrass beds and mangrove tunnels on a 2-mile Neal Preserve tour

Fish 11–14 miles offshore with gear, bait, and license included

Experience custom deep sea fishing with comfort and flexibility on a private charter.

Explore Sarasota's historic neighborhoods and cultural landmarks on a 90-minute air-conditioned trolley ride.

See Sarasota’s Art Deco, Mediterranean Revival, and Mid-Century Modern architecture by van

Join an interactive circus-themed whodunnit on a rolling Sarasota trolley

Ride a Sarasota metaphysical trolley tour with sound healing and mini tarot readings

Sing 70s & 80s hits on a trolley with a bar stop at 99 Bottles

Savor Sarasota’s flavors and history in one unforgettable afternoon!

Taste your way through Downtown Sarasota with a guided history walk

Eat your way through historic downtown Sarasota with four restaurant stops

Experience marine life up close on a comfortable pontoon cruise for all ages.

Cruise Sarasota Bay to Big Pass for Gulf sunset views

Private 6–8 hour Bali 4.2 catamaran charter on Sarasota Bay

Enjoy a customizable luxury sail with captain and mate aboard a spacious 42-ft catamaran.

Charter a 38-foot Sea Ray for 6 hours of Sarasota Bay cruising

Charter a 38-foot Sea Ray for a 4-hour Sarasota Bay cruise