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African Queen Boat Tour in Key Largo – Perfect for Film and History Buffs

If you like movies, history and the Florida Keys then you need to do the African Queen boat tour from Key Largo. A combination of film history and dolphin cruise, it's a great activity for getting out on the water and enjoying a living piece of motion picture memorabilia.

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History Key West Things To Do

Fort Zachary Taylor State Park in Key West: Beach Day w/ a Side of History

Fort Zachary Taylor State Park is a favorite place for having beach days in Key West. Complete with white sand, snorkeling, trails and a historic fort, see what you need to know and plan for to visit Fort Zachary Taylor when you come to the Florida Keys.

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History Middle Keys Tours

Day Trip to Historic Pigeon Key and the Beautiful Old Seven Mile Bridge

Historic Pigeon Key is a unique island connected to the Old Seven Mile Bridge in the Florida Keys. Visiting means learning about the history of the Keys and the railroad, snorkeling, and falling in love with the quiet vibes of the Middle Keys.

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Middle Keys Things To Do

Florida Keys Fun Things to Do in the Middle Keys

As many people just drive straight down to Key West, the Middle Keys are full of fun things to do and quiet places to enjoy the vibe of the Florida Keys. See our top picks for activities and ways to enjoy this mellow part of the Keys.

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History Key West Lower Keys

Historic Sites in Key West: Interesting Things to Do and See in KW

There are countless historic sites in Key West that are interesting and worth visiting when you're there. We've picked our favorites to add to a Key West plan that highlight history, beautiful views, and things that are fun for kids of all ages.

Lower Keys Wildlife

Seeing Key Deer on Big Pine Key: the Smallest Deer in North America

The Key Deer is an exceptionally small deer, and it's found only in the Florida Keys. A unique sort of wildlife to see, find out what makes these tiny deer special and where to see them in the Lower Keys.

Planning

Tips for a Budget-Friendly Trip to the Florida Keys

Trying to plan a budget-friendly trip to the Florida Keys? We have all the best ideas for staying within your budget and the cost breakdown of how a day in the keys will actually affect your wallet.

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Things To Do Upper Keys

Fun Things to Do on Key Largo in the Beautiful Florida Keys

There are so many awesome things to do on Key Largo. We have listed our best ideas to make your trip to the Upper Keys filled with fun!

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Things To Do Tours Wildlife

Best Wildlife and Snorkeling Tours in the Florida Keys

There are lots of great wildlife and snorkeling tours in the Florida Keys, for everything from seeing dolphins to diving at beautiful reefs. We've picked our favorite wildlife tours including kayaking, sailing and catamarans to help visitors plan great experiences.

Wildlife

Birdwatching in the Florida Keys: Beautiful Birds (and the Scoop on Flamingos!)

Birdwatching in the Florida Keys is amazing. With a diverse range of bird species inhabiting the area's unique coastal habitats and low-lying tropical forests, we have tips for spotting wildlife and where the best birding in the Keys is!