Venice

At a Glance

• Known For: fishing, also called “the Redfish Capital of the World” and “Tuna Town”
• Top Things to Do: offshore fishing with Venice Charters Unlimited, LLC and Tunatown Offshore Outfitters, kayak fishing with Kayak Venice

Top Things to Do in Venice

Located near the southeastern tip of Louisiana, just where the Mississippi River flows into the Gulf, Venice is the jumping-off point for some of the finest fishing adventures you could imagine.

Looking for an offshore adventure? Tunatown Offshore Outfitters takes visitors out to prime fishing grounds and provides top-of-the-line fishing equipment, allowing anglers to do battle with yellowfin tuna and other trophy catches. At Venice Charters Unlimited, LLC, experienced angler Brent Roy captains state-of-the-art offshore fishing boats, offering visitors the chance to hook tuna, wahoo, dolphinfish, tarpon and amberjack. Other Venice fishing charters and outfitters include the Mexican Gulf Fishing Company, Voodoo Fishing Charters and Super Strike Charters.

Kayak fishing is also a popular option, and with the right guides, you can easily reel in trophy-level fish from harder-to-reach spots. Kayak Venice offers guided kayak fishing trips through the brackish marshes of South Louisiana. If you’re lucky, you’ll take home a “red” (redfish) or “speck” (speckled trout).

Not into fishing? Wander the small town and get a selfie at the Southernmost Point in Louisiana. Or head north and tour historic monuments and sites in Plaquemines Parish, including the Old Plaquemines Parish Courthouse in Pointe à la Hache.

Places to Stay

Whether you’re docking your boat for a night or stepping off for a week on dry land, Venice, Louisiana, has lodging options for every seafarer (and landlubber). Book a cabin or house, or rent a boat or houseboat slip at the Venice Marina. Venice Inn Motel embodies rugged relaxation, featuring rooms and suites equipped with free WiFi, satellite TV and in-room mini-fridges and microwaves. At the Lighthouse Lodge & Villas, the Gulf is practically in your backyard — a charming stay for anglers and wildlife enthusiasts.

Food & Drink

Changes Restaurant serves up some of the freshest seafood in Louisiana, from char-broiled oysters to Cajun jambalaya. If you’re staying at the Venice Marina, enjoy dinner at Crawgator’s Bar & Grill, whose menu features seafood-centric comfort food, including crawfish queso pasta and fried softshell crab.

Events & Festivals in Venice

The Plaquemines Parish Seafood Festival, held annually during the spring, celebrates the area’s rich history of fishing and trapping. Groove to live music from local swamp pop bands, browse crafts from local artisans and enjoy kid-friendly carnival rides.

Travel Tips & Resources

It's easy to navigate Venice. Catch a flight to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), rent a car or book a private rideshare to Venice, approximately 90 miles away. Venice is also a short drive from Mobile, Alabama (4 hours), Beaumont, Texas (5 hours), and Panama City Beach, Florida (6 hours).