Venice-Port Charlotte Area, FL 55+ Active Adult Retirement Communities

Entertainment and Attractions in Venice

The Venice area has beautiful beaches, unique shops, diverse restaurants and a variety of attractions. Venice lies about 30 minutes south of Sarasota, within 90 minutes of Tampa and less than three hours from Orlando.

Beautiful beaches and picturesque parks are found throughout the Venice area. However the Venetian Waterway Park stands out as one of the area's best outdoor attractions. This lovely park stretches on either side of the Intracoastal Waterway providing nearly 10 miles of waterfront viewing and recreation.

Close to downtown, Venice Beach is one of the area's most popular beaches for both tourists and local residents. Those who prefer a more secluded shoreline will love Caspersen Beach. Retired anglers will enjoy the fishing at the family-friendly Nokomis Beach. Venice's North Jetty Beach is known for its fabulous fishing and surfing. It is also a great place to watch boats pass through the Intracoastal Waterway.

Fishing, boating, kayaking and other water sports are among the Venice Port Charlotte area's most popular activities. However, a wide selection of golf courses are sure to lure many away from the shore from time to time.

While the Venice area is characterized by its coastal beauty, there are many other desirable attractions. Cultural venues are plentiful, including the Venice Symphony, the Venice Art Center and the Venice Theatre. History lovers will enjoy a trip to Historic Spanish Point in Osprey.

Entertainment and Attractions in Port Charlotte

About 30 miles from the city of Venice, retirees will love the tranquil area along the Charlotte Harbor, including Port Charlotte, North Port and Punta Gorda. This secluded area is off the beaten path. Subsequently it does not have the crowds of tourists which flock to other Florida beaches. Yet it has all the beauty and attractions of more well-known locations, including nature preserves, golf courses, restaurants, and more.