things to do in Venice, FL

Feed fish and spot marine life beneath LED-lit clear-bottom kayaks

Chase the thrill of hooking a silver king

Set your sights on a variety of inshore catches

Cast a line with dinner in mind

Head offshore with a captain who brings over 40 years of fishing experience

Fish the Gulf with a Florida native who brings over 40 years of fishing experience

Head up to 40 miles offshore with a captain who has fished for over 40 years

Look for wild dolphins on a relaxed Gulf Coast cruise

Unwind with beach time and your own soundtrack

Discover the coastal habitats beyond Sarasota's shoreline with expert guides

Unwind on the water as day turns to dusk

Swap the road for the water on a laid-back tiki bar crawl

White-sand shores and a chance to spot dolphins in the wild

Swim and unwind at a sandbar off Anna Maria Island

Hunt for prehistoric fossils with an experienced captain—and keep what you find

Sunset views, live island-style music, and dancing on the Gulf

Take in Sarasota Bay views, local history and waterfront wildlife from the water

Learn about Sarasota Bay's dolphins with a marine biologist

Ease into the afternoon with local rhythms on the bay

Ride the waters around Siesta Key with a guide, a sandbar stop, and island views

Ride at your own pace, with time to stop on a sandbar

Cruise Sarasota Bay with your family or group on a fuel-included pontoon boat

Paddle southwest Florida waterways at your own pace

Explore southwest Florida waterways by kayak with included paddles and life jackets