Where West Venice Avenue ends at the Gulf of Mexico, you will find the Venice Municipal Beach notable for its landmark pavilion and easy access from downtown.  There are several free and well-marked parking lots in the vicinity.  Almost daily, you’ll see early morning yoga class and live musical entertainment in the pavilion around sunset.  Venice Beach also offers a food concession, public restrooms, two sand volleyball courts, a picnic area and boardwalks.

Manasota Beach, positioned at the west end of Manasota Key Road and nestled between the Gulf of Mexico and the Intracoastal Waterway, offers a picturesque and activity-rich destination. It boasts a wide array of facilities to cater to various interests. Visitors can enjoy boating and a canoe/kayak launch for water adventures, alongside the safety of year-round lifeguards for swimming. The beach also features volleyball courts, well-appointed picnic areas for gatherings, a fishing pier for angling enthusiasts, hiking trails for nature explorers, and a scenic boardwalk for leisurely strolls. With ample and free parking available, Manasota Beach ensures a convenient and enjoyable visit for all. This beach, located at 8570 Manasota Key Road, Manasota Key, FL 34223, can be contacted at (941) 861-5000 for more information.

Located at 4100 Harbor Drive in Venice, FL 34285, and reachable at (941) 861-5000, Caspersen Beach is renowned for its outstanding shelling opportunities and as a prime spot for discovering ancient shark teeth. Visitors can take pleasure in a scenic 20-minute stroll on a nature trail winding through a coastal hammock at Caspersen. The beach's southern two-thirds have been preserved in their original condition, offering a tranquil and private beach experience. To protect the beach, a dune restoration system with walkways has been implemented. The area also features a variety of ecosystems, including both freshwater and saltwater marshes, mangroves, and tidal flats.

Situated at 100 Casey Key Road in Nokomis, FL 34275, and contactable at (941) 861-5000, Nokomis Beach holds the title of the oldest public beach in Sarasota County. The iconic Nokomis Beach Plaza, a creation of the esteemed Jack West from the Sarasota School of Architecture, was originally constructed in the 1950s and underwent a comprehensive renovation in 2008. The beach offers a wide range of facilities, including access to the beach itself, areas for swimming with lifeguard supervision, a boardwalk, a launch area for canoes and kayaks, a boat ramp and dock on the bay side, the historic Nokomis Beach Plaza, picnic shelters, a playground, volleyball courts, restrooms on the beach side, portable restrooms on the bay side, and ample parking.

Located at 1600 Harbor Drive in Venice, FL 34285, with a contact number of (941) 861-5000, Brohard Beach and Paw Park stands out as the singular beach location that welcomes dogs to accompany their owners. The park offers a variety of conveniences such as picnic tables, benches, showers, and drinking fountains among others. It is accessible every day from 7 a.m. until dusk.

Situated on Venice's southern tip, the Venice Municipal Fishing Pier offers an idyllic spot for fishing enthusiasts and sunset admirers alike. Spanning 700 feet, this pier serves as an excellent fishing spot and a prime location to enjoy breathtaking sunsets. After a stroll on the pier, or dip at the beach, stop by Sharky’s on the Pier, a fun and vibrant location for food and cocktails. 

Operated by the City of Venice, the pier welcomes visitors around the clock, every day of the week, with complimentary access. It's a haven for both seasoned and novice anglers, who can enjoy fishing license-free. Midway along the pier, Papa’s Bait Shop provides a variety of services, offering everything from live and frozen bait to coffee, snacks, apparel, and more. Additionally, the area features six picnic shelters, two sand volleyball courts, public washrooms, a pavilion, and a golf course for further recreational opportunities.

To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, the Venice Fishing Pier enforces a strict no-glass, no-alcohol, no-tobacco, no-tents, no-rollerblades, no-bicycles, and no-pets policy.

Siesta Beach, also known as Siesta Key Beach, is nestled on Siesta Key off the West Coast of Florida. This beach stands out from others due to its unique sand composition. Unlike the common pulverized coral found at other beaches, the sand at Siesta Beach is composed of 99% quartz, primarily sourced from the Appalachian Mountains. This high quartz content means the sand doesn’t retain heat, staying cool to the touch even during peak summer temperatures. This award-winning beach also offers tennis and volleyball courts, picnic area, a shaded playground and 2 concession stands for food and drinks. With its shallow water at the coastline and year-round lifeguards, Siesta Beach is perfect for the entire family. (941) 861-5000

Englewood Beach, located within Chadwick Park at 2100 N Beach Road, Englewood, FL 34223, is a haven of natural beauty, boasting powdery white sands and crystal-clear blue waters, complemented by breathtaking sunsets throughout the year. The beach is equipped with a variety of facilities to enhance the visitor experience. These include a 900-foot boardwalk adorned with three covered lookout points, ample restroom amenities, shower stations, drinking water access, and recreational options such as volleyball and basketball courts, horseshoe pits, a playground, picnic tables and grills. Pavilions are available for hire, offering the perfect venue for various gatherings including birthday celebrations, family get-togethers, corporate events, large-scale picnics, and other special occasions. For more information, Englewood Beach can be contacted at (941) 681-3742.