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Florida Keys Itinerary: 10 Best Things To Do In The Keys

The Florida Keys are the perfect place to escape from reality. There are so many great things to do in the Keys & it’s a coral island archipelago allows residents & visitors to enjoy fishing, boating, snorkeling and scuba diving among other activities.

Not to mention – fresh seafood, wonderful shops, & fun resorts/hotels situated near the water. The islands lie along the beautiful Miami waterway which affords great scenery for all those who visit these tropical paradise areas in America!

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What Are The Florida Keys & Their History?

The Florida Keys – a chain of coral reefs that extend 110 miles south from Miami into the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf Coast are made up mostly by small clusters of island communities connected via two major highways: US 1 which stretches across 42 bridges making daily stops at all these beautiful beaches like Bahia Honda State Park or Key West where boats depart Havana Cuba; while I-95 will take visitors past Everglades National Park

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Florida Keys Itinerary

It’s no secret that the Keys are a vacation destination that has something for everyone to enjoy. Here are 10 of the best things to do in the Keys:

1. Key West Boat Tours – Key West

One of the best things to do in the Keys is to take a boat tour! Not to mention, nothing says “Key West” like getting out on the water, feeling the ocean breeze, & exploring! Fury Key West Adventures offers a wide variety of tours for all ages, interest levels, & times of the day including:

The underwater shot of Aaron was taken with our awesome ProShot Case which allows you to take your phone underwater with you.

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2. Bahia Honda State Park – Big Pine Key

Another fun thing to do in the Keys is to stop & explore their parks. Learn about the historic railroad bridge & enjoy breathtaking views of the ocean. Bahia Honda State Park is great for swimming, snorkeling, bicycling or even renting a kayak from the concession/dive shop.

Camping is also available at Bahia Honda State Park. The Bahia Honda campground offers 3 camping area with a total of 80 campsites & 3 furnished duplex cabins.

Entry Fee: $8.00 per vehicle, $2.00 per pedestrian/bicyclists.

Learn more about Bahia Honda in their short 2 page brochure including a Bahia Honda State Park Map

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3. Roam Duval Street & Check out the shops – Key West

Duval Street is one of the biggest reasons people enjoy Key West, whether it’s the shops, all the different restaurants or simply, the atmosphere. It’s fun just to roam the streets & check out all there is to see, & maybe even grab a few souvenirs along the way!

4. Eat a meal with a view at The Conch Republic – Key West

The Conch Republic is one of the best places in Key West because of it’s location & view. It is centrally located by the docks, the hustle and bustle of downtown Key West, & has an island vibe.

You could sit there all day as the ocean breeze blew through the open dining area. They have garage doors that come down the sides of the building in case it does get cold or rain but otherwise it is wide open with a covered roof. Go for dinner & enjoy a meal as the sun goes down!

Check out their menu here: Conch Repbulic Seafood Company

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5. Eat a slice of Key Lime Pie at Kermit’s – Key West

Key Lime Pie in Key West is a MUST when it comes to things to do in the Keys! So why not try the best Key Lime Pie out there? Not to mention, it’s covered in chocolate & on a stick! Kermits Key Lime Pie Shoppe can’t be missed while you are roaming the streets of downtown Key West. It’s a bright green & yellow shoppe on the corner of Duval Street.

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6. Visit the Southernmost Point – Key West

The Southernmost Point is one of most popular tourist attractions. It’s the Southernmost Point of the continental U.S. & you can find it by looking for the large colorful buoy! Considering it’s such a popular tourist attraction, there’s a good chance there will be a line of people waiting to get their picture taken with the bouy. If you are curious, there is a live webcam available for viewing here: Southernmost Webcam

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7. Keys Fisheries – Marathon Key

Keys Fisheries is located along the water in Marathon Key & I would have to say it’s hands down some of the best seafood in the Keys! So good, that we ate there twice. They have a wide vartiety of fresh fish & seafood, along with a unique seating area, bar, & friendly staff. If you visit during the day, walk the docks as pelicans swarm the fisherman while they clean the fish. Check out their delicious menu here: Keys Fisheries Restaurant

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8. Mallory Square – Key West

Mallory Square is known for it’s sunset views which they call the Sunset Celebration with live music, stunt performers, comedy shows & local vendors along with some small shops. Find out what time the sunset is with their real-time sunset tracker: Todays Sunset

9. Ice Cream at Mattheessen’s – Key West

Try Key Lime Ice Cream at Mattheessen’s where they serve a variety of homemade ice cream, cookies, & fudge. It’s such a cute shop downtown & you can smell the fresh baked goodies just from walking by! As I will always suggest– make sure you get it in a waffle cone!

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10. Dry Tortugas National Park

1 of 3 Florida National Parks – Dry Tortugas National Park is made up of a cluster of 7 islands with coral reefs & sand. Considering it is located 70 miles off of the nearest city– you will need to take the Ferry or a seaplane to get there. Once you arrive you can take a tour of Fort Jefferson, snorkel, bird watch, swim or soak up some sun. It’s certainly one of the most unique National Parks & easily one of the best things to do in the Keys!

Planning to visit the other 2 National Parks in Florida? Check out 12 Things To Do In Biscayne National Park, Everglades National Park Boat Tours, & 20 Of The Best Things To Do At Everglades National Park.

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Best Hidden Beaches in the Keys

You can’t visit the Keys without going for a swim or working on your tan! Visit Sombrero Beach, Smathers Beach, Anne’s Beach, & Bahia Honda State Park to visit some of the best hidden & unique beaches in the Keys.

Best Keys to Visit

According to a quick Google search, the top 5 best Keys to visit in the Florida Keys is Key Largo – one of the biggest Keys, Islamorada, Marathon, Big Pine Key, & of course, Key West.

One thing you will notice about these Keys is that they are all different in their own ways. Depending on the experience you are looking to have in the Keys (relaxed, nightlife, fishing, outdoors, etc.) this will help you decide which Key may be perfect for you to stay at or spend more time at.

Overview: Florida Keys Itinerary

The Keys are such a great getaway whether your a local or someone escaping the cold during the winter months. There are so many things to do in the Keys that aren’t included on this list, but these 10 items are definitely some of the more fun things to do in the Keys & delicious places to eat.

Have you been to the lower Florida Keys before? What are some of your favorite things to do in the Keys?

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