This is a very nice park with activities for young and old alike. There is green space and a…read moreboardwalk/nature trails and there is a link up to the Legacy Trail. We enjoyed walking the trails and the water feature overlooks. There are also tennis courts and a playground and a community center is located here as well. The playground is shaded and has play structures and equipment for children of all ages. There are several picnic tables and benches in this area as well. The ground is covered with wood chips for impact protection. DD really enjoyed running around and using all the equipment on our most recent visit. Located just off S. Tamiami Trail/ 41 this park is easily accessible. Visiting this park is a nice way to spend a morning or afternoon.

They've added covers to ALL the equipment! No longer do you have to suffer the heat because the…read moretents keep the playground equipment nice and cool! Highly recommended park, bathrooms and water fountain available, nearby parking.

Decided to try this park with the little one based on seeing it on yelp. Getting there was tricky…read moreas I was on the other side of the bridge and had to go around and make a u-turn. Signs posted state 2-12 years old...The swings have two toddler and two larger ones. The slides were not based on anyone under 6. The stairs to climb up to them are almost 6 feet tall and not for a toddler. You have to be on your toes If the child switched from one slide to the other side as the height mentioned doesn't allow you to guide them from the ground. There are also two potential fall areas (where they climb up) if the child went away from the slides. There's also a climbing wall for older children. Younger kids are relegated to the swings, steps, benches, and short walk up area. I noticed corn hole concrete boards which is a good addition. We walked over to the trains only to see the main train is only open Wednesday through Saturday til 1PM & the caboose had a sign saying under renovation. There are signs showing reservations available for parties and such with bbq pits.

The park is cute and has a canopy over the playground. They also have bathrooms and a walking…read moretrail. The park is train themed so is nice for the Thomas lovers!

Great park! See photos - there's a few playgrounds, tennis, full basketball court with SINGLE RIMS…read more, bathrooms, water bottle refill station with the water fountains, a bunch of roof covered picnic table spots, and good amount of parking space especially near the community center entrance. Plenty of field space to let the dog run or throw a Frisbee or something also :) Playground Has a nice main playground, swings for all ages area, smaller playground for younger, and small play area near tennis courts - see photos Restrooms Didn't use but there are two bathrooms - see photos Dog-friendliness Lots of field space for dogs to run/play, although not sure on rules about dogs at this park Picnic area Has a lot of picnic tables, all covered, maybe 10 or more throughout park - see photos

This is a very nice park in.. Wait for it.. Laurel!!! It back up onto the Legacy paved trail for…read morebikers and such. There's a covered picnic area, plauground, grassy fields, and trees. Check out Nokomis Community Park too if you like this one. Great water access for paddlecraft and views there too.

Came here for the Shark Tooth Festival & it was lovely!! So spacious and loved the live bands who…read moreperformed on the stage. This park is huge and held so many vendors! Also love how it's in the heart of downtown Venice!

In the heart of downtown Venice, Centennial Park is the venue for art festivals, concerts…read more(especially around the gazebo), farmers market, and is lined on either side by Venice Avenue, including a dozen Italian and other restaurants, ice cream & bakeries, clothing & jewelry stores, is pet friendly, and is the social hub of everything in downtown Venice. Come shop, relax, walk, bike, stop on the way to the beach, whatever your passion, Centennial Park is the landmark for this City on the Gulf

Cool little park around a pond. Memorials to Americans who served in various conflicts. Quotes…read more Pond and Pinchers views. Benches. Along busy US 41.

This is a very nice quiet secluded beach located down the street from the main Venice Beach. I like…read moreit because of it being quiet secluded and relaxing. There's no parking, but down the street is public parking so we dropped off our stuff here with me and my husband parked. I love these kind of beaches that are off the beaten path. It's the true definition of beach, beach, chill, and relaxed. Since this is not Siesta Key, the sand is quite different. There are a lot of sand pieces and it feels a lot like gravel. But I'm not looking for that powder sand, I'm looking for the chill beautiful all natural which this is it!

A beautiful park at any time of the day. Today happened to be a bit chilly outside but we witnessed…read morean amazing sunset. There are plenty of spaces to fish on the jetties and plenty of parking that you don't have to pay for. It's a win-win situation. I recommend coming when it's dark or at sunset because it is a gorgeous place to visit when you can't find yourself doing anything else.

This is where Venice Jetty is. Restrooms, parking (limited), lots of fishers, pretty water views…read more Unfortunately, no dogs.

I am so impressed by the Legacy Trail. It crosses major roads with appropriate crosswalks and…read morebridges, there are bathrooms and water and areas to rest, with signs noting all of this and the distance. The trail is wide and beautiful and long enough to spend a day on. Other states should learn from Florida !

The trail starts in old Venice City - at the Historic Venice Train Depot. Plenty of parking…read more There is a short 2-mile trail that goes south and does a loop through town, but you want to go north. The trail is an old train line but it has been paved over. It is Florida flat except for 2 bridges that go over the highways. Both within the first 2 miles. The scenery is actually pretty good for the whole ride. At the halfway mark (almost exactly half way), you can see the original train tracks, with signage to explain. The trail is pretty well marked, with little disks telling you how far you've traveled (or till your back). Pretty nice. The end of the trail is a small park (with parking), but not much there. The whole ride is 10.63 miles (one way) - according to my watch. It looks as though they are working on an additional segment, but when it will be ready - unknown.

Very nice park along the Central downtown Venice and Barcelona Avenue strip. Nice shuffleboard…read morecourt. Tennis courts. Even a wall with lainted on net to hit againdt. Two playground areas for older and younger kiddos. Some cool features and things to explore. The Centennial Park fountain you can run or wlk through is nearby too and beaches. So bring a suit. Fun climbing features. And one of those spinner things you can send your kiddos flying off of.

Beautiful and scenic bike path with plenty of wildlife and well maintained trails. Stopped to watch…read morethe small planes take off and land at Venice airport.

Nice easy trail. Wide, flat with little shade. Plenty of access points and convenient parking. We…read moreentered from Shamrock Park. Bathrooms were clean. Nature Center was closed. No maps of trails available. Maps were posted. Not sure where Circus Bridge is to cross to other-side. We pedaled north to the Legacy Trail. Lots of wildlife along the trail from waterfowl to iguana, gopher tortoise and squirrels.