Travel about 35 miles up the keys to bahia honda state park to explore the natural splendor and historical manmade wonders of the lower florida. Mangrove ecotours 2 hour tours take an educational boat ecotour through the mangroves of key largo and pennekamp state park. Two of our most desirable estates, sea ranch and ishmaels watch. Inside youll find our money saving coupon book and the largest area maps of any local guidebook. For others, it means heartpounding action with a trophy fish on the line or diving to new depths on a scuttled ship. A florida keys travel guide will help you get to the keys and get around easily while on vacation. Our most popular tours include the truman little white house, the key west aquarium, and the shipwreck historeum. Despite its laid back vibe, a successful florida keys trip definitely requires a. Florida tours by foot, car or boat let you discover the sunshine states food, wineries, nature, history, and culture. Acclaimed novelist and florida resident joy williams traces u. See what events we have year round, and tips on staying in the florida keys on a budget.
This is a place for those escaping everyday life on the mainland. With an endless array of exciting things to do in the florida keys, your next adventure in key largo is moments away. Youll find about 1 mangroveandsandbar islands where the white sun melts over deep green mangroves. We travel along the overseas highway, us highway 1, over countless bridges, and we go off the beaten path to share the hidden secrets of the florida keys and the famous attractions too. Guests under 18 years of age must have parent or guardian permission to call. For many, the epitome of a dreamy florida keys vacation is relaxing waterside in the sun with an umbrella drink and nothing on the agenda. Small group halfday florida keys tour from key west 2020. Highway 1 from key largo to key west, combining the best of local legendcolorful stories you wont find in other guidebookswith insightful commentary and.
A picturesque drive from miami, key west is an island in the straits of florida at the southernmost point of the florida keys famous for its scenic surroundings, historic sites and unique blend of. You can tour key west by land or by sea, by boat or by jetski, by foot or by trolley. Today the total land area of the florida keys is 7. Whether swimming, sun bathing or just plain strolling, you will enjoy the crystal blue waters, swaying palm trees and soft, powdery sand of this island paradise. Florida keys vacation florida keys travel information. My husband and i want to fly to miami, rent a car and drive down through the keys. Receive 30% off when you book your stay august 15 2020 november 10 2020 at either of these two premier properties. For more information or to make a reservation, please call 407 wdwtour. Youll find about 1 mangroveandsandbar islands where the. Travel south from miami and admire the views of the atlantic ocean as you move towards key largo, tavernier, and isl amorada. If you are planning a vacation to the florida keys, you already know about a lot of the fun and exciting things to do and see in this lovely chain. No key west beach trip is complete without visiting the best beach in the florida keys. Bonnie gross the bike trail through the florida keys may be flat, but it has its ups and downs.
The florida keys are home to some of the best diving spots in the countryand this halfday, private tour from miami takes all the stress out of embarking on a tropical excursion. The only living coral reef in the continental united states, and the fourth largest reef in the world, is situated a few miles off the coast of the florida keys. Apr 14, 2019 what to do and where to stop down the florida keys, miami. Fort jefferson dry tortugas national park, located just 70 miles west of key west. With so many key west sightseeing tours to choose from, youll want to do your research before deciding where to spend your hardearned money. We found 27 books set in florida keys and 3 others set nearby. Gorgeous seascapes unfold as you travel the overseas highway, considered the main street of the keys, through islamorada, marathon and big pine key ending in key west, the southernmost city in the continental usa.
If florida is a state apart from the usa, the keys are islands apart from florida in other words, its different down here. See the ocean reef and marine life with a personal trip catering to your needs. The florida keys is an archipelago that sits just off the south coast of mainland florida. Home to tropical hardwoods, winding creeks, two state parks, a national park and a national marine sanctuary, key largo boasts some of the most fascinating botanical scenery in the state. You can just browse these guides, of course, but you can also. A beautiful string of pearls or rather, six keys plantation, upper and lower matecumbe, shell and lignumvitae lignumviteee shimmers as one of the prettiest stretches of the islands. Discover the best hotels, restaurants and things to do with this highly curated florida keys travel guide. Florida keys tours enjoy the sights in florida keys. The islands are only 15 miles 24 kilometers south of miami. Nov 28, 2012 skipping across dozens of islands and sailing over water, the running stitch that is southernmost u. Dry tortugas national park dry tortugas ferry yankee. Use these digital florida travel guides to help you plan your trip to the sunshine state. Florida keys volunteer excursions help restore our. Apr 09, 2016 today the total land area of the florida keys is 7.
Despite this, strong riders with street smarts andor on guided rides bike the whole 106milelong florida keys overseas heritage trail by the dozen every month, raving about the tropical scenery. What to do and where to stop down the florida keys, miami. Jan 01, 2020 despite this, strong riders with street smarts andor on guided rides bike the whole 106milelong florida keys overseas heritage trail by the dozen every month, raving about the tropical scenery. For excellent diving and snorkeling, head to looe key, part of the florida keys national marine sanctuary. Fun road trip from key west on this small group tour of less than ten travelers. Discover the best florida keys travel books in best sellers. Visit the florida keys for an unforgettable adventure. Join us on our road trip from miami to key west in a mustang convertible. Florida may be the most fascinating state ever, and im not just saying that because i was born here. Disneys keys to the kingdom tour is an outdoor walking tour, so check the weather forecast and dress appropriately. How to book key largo, florida snorkeling trips usa today. Our signature florida keys food and history tour takes you on a leisurely stroll through beautiful and historical downtown islamorada, the heart and jewel of the upper keys. Escape the bustle of miami for the peaceful florida keys with a private tour.
Live entertainment, music and the florida keys info on musicians, the venues that hire them and. Key west attractions association has key west and florida keys visitor. Florida keys road trip national geographic traveler. Visit top florida keys and key west attractions on our bus. Florida keys volunteer excursions help restore our marine. Find out about activities, attractions, accommodations, restaurants, transportation and other information you need to map out your florida vacation. Ease into the keys like a local by detouring east off u. Discovering florida keys florida keys vacation guide. What to do in the florida keys put yourself in a florida keys state of mind with a leisurely trip on the 1mile overseas highway, passing ultramarine expanses of sea, clusters of mangrove trees and scrubland, candycolored plastic palm trees, tikis and giant seashells john pennekamp coral reef state park in key largo is just one of many fun things to do in the keysholding allure for. We show you all our favourite places on key largo, islamorada. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon books best sellers.
Islamorada isluhmurrahda is also known as the village of islands. Its home to the magnificent fort jefferson, incredible coral reefs and a vast assortment of bird life. You will see why our food tour is one of the premier things to do in the upper and middle keys. Online shopping for florida keys travel guides in the books store. The 10 best florida keys sightseeing tours with photos.
Make the most of your getaway when you take advantage of key largo bay marriott beach resorts featured hotel offers and vacation packages. Get more information, check availability and book online. Key largo, the first and northernmost of the florida keys, is an hours drive from south florida s two major airports, and a world away. Contact us direct at 3056643333 and mention this ad upon booking. Advance purchase recommended as cruises sell out quickly. What to do in the florida keys put yourself in a florida keys state of mind with a leisurely trip on the 1mile overseas highway, passing ultramarine expanses of sea, clusters of mangrove trees and scrubland, candycolored plastic palm trees, tikis and giant seashells.
This is the florida keys, and the very thought conjures up images of knockout sunsets, tangy key lime pie, water sports, relaxation, good timesand ernest hemingway, arguably the most famous person associated with key west. The perfect 5 day florida keys road trip itinerary bobo and. Tour the lower florida keys with a knowledgeable local guide. Learn about the nature and culture of the florida keys from. However, very few of these are populated and most are very small. Skipping across dozens of islands and sailing over water, the running stitch that is southernmost u. Get up close and personal with tropical fish on a snorkel trip, or dive to explore a famous florida keys ship wreck.
Florida bay tour company boat tours, charters services. Your keys experience begins on your 18mile drive south on the stretch, a portion of u. Highway 1 from key largo to key west, combining the best of local legendcolorful stories you wont find in other guidebookswith insightful commentary and the most uptodate. We want to stop along the way, maybe spend a day, do some. Learn about the florida keys the hot spots as well as the hidden corners. Sail, kayak, and snorkel off key wests coast on a fullday tour that explores the islands wildlife and ecoystems. The scrubby mangrove is replaced by unbroken horizons of ocean and sky, one perfect shade of blue mirroring the other. How many islands are in the florida keys and why are they.
First timers guide to the florida keys trips with tykes. Culture lovers wont want to miss the ernest hemingway home and museum, the former residence of the famous author. Popular florida keys books meet your next favorite book. Your guide will lead you to todays cleanup location and will work alongside you to help restore and preserve the beauty of the florida keys. Visit top florida keys and key west attractions on our bus trip. Sounds like a perfect new england setting, doesnt it. Enjoy a wide variety of tours, activities, and attractions to make your visit special. The florida keys travel guide expert picks for your. All books set in florida keys on the global book map. Explore florida keys holidays and discover the best time and places to visit. Disneys keys to the kingdom tour walt disney world resort. The region is a hot spot for vacationers due to its tropical climate, sandy beaches and coral reef. Delight in a tropical blend of azure waters and vegetation as you make your way toward floridas key west during a key west sightseeing bus tour. Stop by on your way to key west for our lunch time tour.
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