Venice Backyards Open Their Gates for a Peek Inside

Ever wonder what the backyards look like in the creative and uber-hip city of Venice, California? Even if it never crossed your mind (shocker!), you still get a chance to step through the gates and into courtyards and outdoor living spaces of this Southern California coastal town.

It's definitely worth a look. Before the recent Venice Garden & Home Tour, the Los Angeles Times offered a preview look at these intriguing outdoor spaces. Enjoy the tour, but keep your dirty feet off the lounge chairs.