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Key West Attractions: A First-Timer’s Complete Guide to Things to Do

Key West has some of the best attractions and things to do in the Florida Keys. The perfect combination of history, the outdoors and fun on the water make it an easy vacation destination the fits every age and ability. See what we've picked as the top attractions including easy itineraries for 1, 2 and 3 day visits.
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Florida Keys Eco Discovery Center in Key West – a Fun and FREE Museum

The Florida Keys Eco Discovery Center run by NOAA is a great spot to visit to learn about the Marine Sanctuary and the conservation programs happening to take care of the waters of the Keys. This free museum/science center is good for both kids and adults and I recommend a visit before heading out for snorkeling around the Keys.
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Old Town Trolley Tour in Key West: the Fun Hop-on-Hop-off Way around Town

The Key West Old Town Trolley Tour is the most popular way to see this beautiful city at the end of the Florida Keys. The 90 minute tour is a hop-on-hop-off, so you can either ride the trolley the whole way or you can use it as transportation around town. See what to expect on the Old Town Trolley Tour and tips for making the most of the fun.
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Things to Do in the Florida Keys: The Ultimate Guide

The Florida Keys are LOADED with things to do on the water and in the towns. These recommendation cover everything from Key Largo to Key West and the quiet Keys in between. Whether it's snorkeling or history tours, we've got suggestions for activities all through the Florida Keys.
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Snorkeling in the Florida Keys: How To and Top Tour Picks

Snorkeling in the Florida Keys is the best way to fall in love with these magical waters. We've put together all the places you can snorkel from shore, hotels and resorts with snorkeling, and what we consider to be the best snorkeling tours in the Keys. See how YOU can get into the water and enjoy the wildlife of the Florida key with snorkeling.
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Where to Stay in Key Largo and the Upper Keys

Whether you are looking for Luxury Stays and Roadside Motels on your trip to the Keys, this list has some great recommendations. From the hottest hot spots to places with a low-key vibe add these places stay in the upper keys and Key Largo to your list!
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Key West Hyatt Centric Resort – Perfect with Teens, Great Location

The Hyatt Centric Key West is a great resort if you're heading to the Keys with teens, or just for an adults getaway. With its own incredible snorkeling area, great amenities and two restaurants on site, check out what else we loved about the Hyatt Centric near the Historic Seaport in Key West.
Coral Reef Exhibit at REEF Ocean Exploration Center Key Largo Florida Keys 1

REEF Ocean Exploration Center on Key Largo – Education and Conservation

Mixing education, conservation and fun the REEF Ocean Exploration Center is a must-visit to make your snorkeling trips in the Keys a little more interesting and meaningful. With exhibits about the fish, including an incredible reef model, and lots of easy to understand info, REEF helps exploring underwater make sense.
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Beautiful Catamaran Snorkeling with Fury Key West

Catamaran snorkeling with Fury Key West is a great experience for an all-ages tour out to the reef. The Sip and Dip tour is a fun way to get out on the water to see wildlife and is great with every level of snorkeler. It's an ideal addition to a trip to Key West.
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Awesome Snorkeling with a Marine Biologist at MarineLab Key Largo

One of the most unique and interesting tours in the Florida Keys, snorkeling with a marine biologist at MarineLab in Key Largo needs to get onto your vacation itinerary. It's a great combination of exploring underwater and learning about everything you're actually seeing. Fantastic with kids or adults!
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Modern Vintage at Eden House Key West Boutique Hotel

Eden House Key West is a quiet, off the beaten path boutique hotel that you'll love. With several room types to choose from, the perfect swimming pool garden courtyard and an fantastic restaurant onsite, see what else will make you want to stay at Eden House Key West.
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Marina del Mar Resort: Top Pick for a Key Largo Waterfront Stay on a Budget

The Marina del Mar Hotel in Key Largo is a fantastic budget-friendly option in a great location. In the heart of where snorkeling and scuba tours leave from, the Marina del Mar has a wonderful swimming pool area, is connected to a great restaurant, and has a partnership with surrounding hotels for more amenities. It's a prime option for a cost-conscious stay.
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Dagny Johnson Botanical State Park – Overlooked and Beautiful on Key Largo

Easily overlooked, Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park is a wonderful activity when you come to the Florida Keys. Visit Dagny Johnson State Park for hiking trails, wildlife watching and exploring the rare hardwood forest of Key Largo. Read all about it and save this idea for a windy day when you can't get on the water.
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Beaches of Key Largo Where you Can Swim and Relax

The beaches of Key Largo are an important part of a Florida Keys vacation. If you're looking for beach access and parks in Key Largo and Tavernier, we've compiled a list with what to expect at each Key Largo beach spot.
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30+ Roadside Attractions in the Florida Keys (North to South)

There are tons of roadside attractions in the Florida Keys, and some you really don't want to miss. We've picked more than 30 sights, views and things to do along the Overseas Highway from Key Largo to Key West that make the road trip fun and unforgettable.
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Key West’s Fury Sunset Sailing: Fun Catamaran Trip with a Live Band

Doing a sunset sailing on a catamaran in Key West is an essential part of visiting, but enjoying live music and drinks out on the water is a bonus. See what you'll find with the Fury Watersports sunset catamaran featuring Commotion on the Ocean. What a fun nightly adventure to watch the sun go down.
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Visiting Betsy the Lobster and the Unique Rain Barrel Village in Islamorada

Have you met Betsy the Lobster on Islamorada? The most eye-catching roadside attraction in the Florida Keys, see what else you'll find here at Rain Barrel Village besides the giant spiny lobster, from galleries to dining, souvenirs and more. A great place to stop when you're driving the Overseas Highway through the Keys.
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Visiting the Florida Keys Wild Bird Center and Sanctuary on Key Largo

The Florida Keys Wild Bird Center on Key Largo is a great stop to make when you're driving through the Florida Keys. The bird sanctuary and rehabilitation center is a non-profit that's open to the public to get to see some beautiful Florida Keys bird species up close and learn about them, as well as their conditions that brought them here. See what you'll find here at the bird sanctuary and how to add it to your trip through the Keys.
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The Blue Hole on Big Pine Key: Everything You Need to Know to Visit

The Blue Hole on Big Pine Key is one of the most unique features in the Florida Keys. The largest body of fresh water in the Keys, see just what you'll find at the Blue Hole. It's a great spot for wildlife watching, but you might not expect what it is you'll see here. HINT: it's a big reptile, but it doesn't belong in the Lower Keys...
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Treasure Harbor Resort: a Houseboat Vacation in Islamorada

Staying on a houseboat at the Treasure Harbor Resort and Marina in Islamorada is one of the most relaxing and fun accommodations we've had in the Florida Keys. With aqualodges that can sleep a large family and wonderful amenities at the marina, see what you can expect and plan for with a stay at the Treasure Harbor Resort.
Taylor Family doing Dolphin Swim at Dolphin Life Key Largo Florida Keys 2

Dolphin Life Key Largo: a New Perspective on Dolphin Swims and Tours

Dolphin Life Key Largo changed our whole view of dolphin interactions and working with marine mammals. From our tour of the facilities and learning about enrichment to getting to spend time in the water with dolphins, see what a day at Dolphin Life is like and how it might impact you during your visit to the Florida Keys.
Catamaran Sandbar Tour with Marathon Mermaid Cruises Florida Keys 1

Marathon Mermaid: the Best Sandbar Tour in the Middle Keys

The Marathon Mermaid is the BEST sandbar cruise tour you'll find in the Middle Keys. With the most time spent out on the sandbar, a fantastic boat with lots of shade, and being wonderfully family friendly, see why YOU should add this to your Florida Keys trip.
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Best Kayaking Spots in South Florida: the Keys, Everglades, Gulf Coast & More

Kayaking in South Florida is a great addition to a trip to Miami or the Florida Keys. Kayak spots in Palm Beach County, the Everglades on nature preserves on the Gulf Coast all make for beautiful kayaking destinations, and you don't even have to bring your own paddling gear for many of them. See our recommendations for both general kayaking areas and specific launch sites.