Venice is one of the best cities to live in all of Florida and we’re glad you’ve taken the time to get to know this town and its people. If you're a long-time resident, you're probably hooked. If you're a visitor, you may find yourself a little surprised by the recreation and shopping choices. Or, if you're a business executive looking to relocate or expand, you may be finding our city's strategic location and amenities offer more advantages than you expected.

Venice and its surrounding communities comprise a delightful area you'll enjoy getting to know better. Business, culture and natural beauty all await newcomers to this part of the Gulf Coast.

And of all Florida, the south county area stands out as one of the most desirable spots - not too "citified", still with much rural charm, yet with the facilities needed for comfortable living and a great place to open businesses and raise families.

Venice is one of the few cities on Florida's west coast that is not separated from the Gulf by a barrier island. Preserving the original character of Venice, the city created the Historic Venice District and an Architectural Review Board to ensure that new construction or modification of existing buildings conform to the northern Italian renaissance style of the city's original architecture. Designation as a Florida Main Street City by the state further assures that Venice's heritage will be preserved.