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Parasailing in Key West: an Airborne Adventure w/ Beautiful Views

Parasailing in Key West is an awesome way to get a fresh perspective on this beautiful, historic island. Leaving from the Historic Seaport, there are a few companies to pick from for getting out on the water and up in the air. See what to expect and how to plan this fun adventure.

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Key West Things To Do

The Key West Aquarium: Vintage, Family Friendly Fun Downtown

The Key West Aquarium is a cool, vintage attraction in the historic district, and it's an easy addition to your time in Key West. See what you'll find at the aquarium and what makes it a unique feature in Key West.

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Key West Things To Do

The Key West Botanical Garden and Tropical Forest: a Unique Oasis

The Key West Botanica Garden is more than that; it's also a tropical forest. See what to expect here and how much time you should set aside for a visit to this unique Florida Keys attraction.

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History Things To Do

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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Lower Keys Things To Do

Great Things to do on Marathon and the Lower Keys

Traveling to the Keys and looking for great things to do in Marathon and lower keys? There are so many opportunities for adventure and lots of restaurants, wildlife, and fishing spots too.

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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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Things To Do Upper Keys

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.