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All the United States Florida Venice

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Venice

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Venice, Florida

Updated December 5, 2023

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Circus in Venice

For 32 years the famous Ringling Bros circus troupe spent winters in this sunny spot in Florida.
This Citgo has some of the best Cuban food around.

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Belki's Cuban Deli

Fill your car with gas and your belly with mouthwatering Cuban cuisine at this takeaway inside a Citgo station.
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Warm Mineral Springs

This ancient sinkhole-turned-healing-pool is a treasure trove of archeological discoveries and may even be the Fountain of Youth.
12 miles from Venice
Mandalas for World Peace

North Port, Florida

Mandalas for World Peace Sculpture

A sculpture of 18 beautiful clay mandalas on display at Warm Mineral Springs in Florida sends a message of world peace.
12 miles from Venice
Some visiting Amish at a nearby beach, approximately 7 miles away from Pinecraft. Picture is of either Siesta Key, Lido Beach, or Longboat Key.

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Pinecraft

This Florida resort community is where the Amish come to have fun in the sun.
15 miles from Venice

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Circus Ring of Fame

The hall of fame for circus performers.
16 miles from Venice
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The Last Defense of Fort Juan Ortiz

A lone gunner's station is all that remains of a replica Spanish Fort in Florida.
17 miles from Venice

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This Citgo has some of the best Cuban food around.

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Belki's Cuban Deli

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