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Lighthouses in the Florida Keys – Which You Can Visit

If you know anything about me (Rob, the creator of The Keys Explored) then you know that I love lighthouses and wildlife. And there are plenty of lighthouses in the…

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History Key West Things To Do

Visiting the Beautiful Key West Lighthouse: an Easy and Interesting Stop

There are 9 lighthouses in the Florida Keys but the Key West Lighthouse is the only one you can climb. See what you'll find here at the lantern and museum of the Key West Lighthouse.

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History Key West Things To Do

Hemmingway House in Key West: Perfect for Literature Fans and Cat Lovers

The Ernest Hemmingway House in Key West is a must-visit for literature and cat lovers, whichever you are. See what you'll find at this beautiful historic home, including info about the most unique tour in Key West.

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History Key West Things To Do

Visiting the Audubon House and Tropical Gardens – a Bird Lover’s Must-see

The Audubon House and Tropical Gardens in Key West are a unique addition to your time in the Conch Republic. From beautiful bird art by John James Audubon to tropical gardens to wander through, see what you'll find here in this historic home.

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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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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.

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History Middle Keys State Parks

Historic Sites, Parks and Museums in the Middle Keys

There are some awesome Historic Sites, Parks, and Museums in the middle keys to discover. We have the least of some of the best, and not-so-great places to add to your itinerary for your trip to the middle keys.

History Lower Keys Things To Do

Historic Sites and Parks in Marathon and the Lower Keys

Marathon is a great place to find history and some great state parks to spend time outdoors. We have put together a full list of some of the best places to check out in Historic Sites and Parks in Marathon!

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History Key West

Why Key West is Called the Conch Republic

Why is Key West called the Conch Republic? We've got the answers and just what makes Key West the sort of place that stands up and stands out for individuals. It's more than a historic town.