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- Go Snorkeling or Diving in Key Largo. Key Largo is world famous for its diving and snorkeling. The best place to go is the John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park.
- Caribbean Club. The Caribbean Club’s claim to fame is that it was a filming site for the movie Key Largo (starring Humphrey Bogart) in 1947. It is the oldest bar in the Upper Keys.
- Have a drink at Sharkey’s Sharkbite Grill. Located in the marina in Key Largo, Sharkey’s Pub serves pub food and great drinks. If your day is ending in Key Largo, consider ordering one of their jumbo sized rum buckets.
- Mrs. Mac’s Kitchen. Mrs. Mac’s Kitchen is one of the most popular places to eat in Key Largo. This is a small restaurant serving brunch, lunch and dinner.
But amidst the topaz waters, diving pelicans and lush mangroves are a treasure trove of attractions that are educational, historical or just plain fun. Here are a dozen of the best things to do in the Florida Keys, from top to bottom.
- The Grecian Rocks Snorkeling Site. Located off Key Largo’s eastern shore is a famous coral reef called the Grecian Rocks. Measuring about half a mile, Grecian Rocks is an exceptionally good snorkeling destination on windy days thanks to its shallow depth and durable wind protection.
- John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park. Of all Key Largo’s premier diving locations, the John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park deserves special attention.
- Dolphins Plus Bayside. Ever wondered what a dolphin kiss feels like? Dream no longer because Dolphins Plus Bayside offers dozens of supervised dolphin swims.
- Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center. The Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center is a fantastically feathery (and frugal) Key Largo attraction.
- Key Largo What to See, Do & Eat in Key Largo
- Islamorada What to See, Do & Eat in Islamorada
- Mid-Lower Keys What to See, Do and Eat in Mid-Lower Keys
- Key West What to See, Do and Eat in Key West
- What to Do Everywhere in The Keys
1. ✧ Paddle board the Mangroves at John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park
Located in Key Largo, this excitingly serene park extends three miles into the ocean and has coral reefs, seagrass swamps and mangroves within its confines. The John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Parkis home to a flurry of activities and attractions that are excellent for adults and children alike—From glass bottom boat rides to sunbathing at the beach, snorkeling and kayaking. I should also mention that it is home to the Nation’s first underwater park! If you visit with the mind for adventure,...
2. ✦ Take a Ride on the African Queen
Humphrey Bogart and Katherine Hepburn made the African Queensteamboat famous when they starred in the 1951 movie by the same name that was filmed in Uganda. From then on, the African Queen, docked at the Marina Del Mar marina has become home to relaxing canal cruises in Key Largo and romantic dinner cruises as well. You can even ask the Captain for a turn at the helm while underway the one and a half hour cruise. I did!
3. ✧ Spend the night at Jules Undersea Lodge
The Jules Undersea Lodge is true to its name, it really is underwater—you actually have to dive 21 feet below the surface to enter! How’s that for bucket listworthy? You can choose to stay for just a few hours or be more adventurous and stay overnight. Don’t worry though, there are all the modern amenities. Plus, you can cozy up with a book or movie and watch the fish go by through the large round windows.
5. ✧ Take a Jetpack, Hoverboard or Flyboard Ride
Get the ultimate adrenaline thrill by taking to the water with Jetpack Adventures. You can choose from a jetpack that hangs on your back and propels you into the air or a hoverboard that’ll do the same on while stuck to your feet like a snowboard. But for the best fun try what I did (pictured below) and get some air on a flyboard. It’s not as easy as it looks!
6. ✦ Shop at the Rain Barrel Artisans Village
Ah, what would the Florida Keys be without a unique shopping experience?! The first thing you will notice about the Rain Barrel Artisans Villageis the 40-foot-long lobster named Betsy that will lure you in for an unforgettable photo-op off the Overseas Highway. Once you stop, you can’t leave without at least browsing through the stalls. The artisans in this village are experts who create sculptures, paintings, collages, jewelry, home decor and almost every other type of accessories in such cr...
7. ✧ Feed the Tarpon at Robbie’s Marina
In Islamorada of the Florida Keys, there is a place called Robbie’s Marinawhere you can feed tarpon! These bony salt-water fish have a ‘strong’ smell, but as long as you are not looking to eat them then that shouldn’t be too much of a problem. They gather by the dozens at Robbie’s Marina waiting for you to feed them fish snacks which is a pretty exhilarating thing to do considering some of these fish have mouths almost as big as a five-gallon bucket.
11. ✧ Get a Hogfish Sandwich on Stock Island
When in Key West, do like the Key Westians do and head over to The Hogfish Bar and Grillon Stock Island! This is a favorite among locals, so you know it’s for real. All of the seafood they serve comes straight from the fishing boats you can watch come in and out of the port while you dine. As you might be able to guess from the name, their signature dish is the scallop-like flavored Hogfish! Specifically their One and Only, World Famous Killer Hogfish Sandwich. This specialty of the house is...
12. ✦ Get the Lobster Reuben at Keys Fisheries
Make a delicious pitstop at Keys Fisheriesfor their famous Lobster Reuben. This sandwich is a take on the classic: slathered in Thousand Island dressing, filled with tangy sauerkraut, topped with melted Swiss and put in-between some crunchy buttered bread. The exception is that the cured pastrami is substituted with fresh lobster. Yes, please! The sign at the order window counts how many rueben’s have been sold, proving how popular this sandwich is. It was at 288,926 when I was there. Wow! Si...
13. ✧ Visit the Turtle Hospital
Who doesn’t love turtles? Unfortunately, some turtles can get injured or sick. But, the good news is The Turtle Hospitalis here to help! It’s a nonprofit organization that’s been helping to rehabilitate sea turtles and educate the public on how to be better friends to the little guys since 1986! The Turtle Hospital also offers guided educational experiences that last about 90 minutes. You’ll start your visit off by viewing a presentation about sea turtles before going on a behind-the-scenes t...
18. ✧ Listen to Live Music at the Green Parrot
As their website says: “The Green Parrotis more than a bar; it is a Key West icon!” It started out as a corner grocery store but became a bar in the 40s. Originally called the Brown Derby Bar, it was a popular hangout for the submarine sailors during World War II, but came under new ownership in the 70s when the Navy moved out the hippies moved in. It’s been the Green Parrot ever since! Best of all, the Parrot has live music every night! From touring musicians to local artists, there’s always...
19. ✦ Walk Inside the Ernest Hemingway House
Ernest Hemingway and his wife Pauline fell in love with the Florida Keys way back in 1931 (I can see why!). When he finished his semi-autobiographical novel titled: A Farewell to Arms, they decided to make this their home. It is this charming house that is now a major tourist attraction in Key West. The grand Southern exterior of the house protects his eclectic collection of furniture, art and other accessories while the grounds act as a haven for wildlife, plants and quite a number of cats....
20. ✧ See a Show at the Red Barn Theater
If you’re a theatre lover, you don’t need to travel to New York to get your fix for live performance—Key West is your place. Destination Hyatt magazine even describes the work produced at theRed Barn Theateras “Broadway caliber”! The building began its life as a carriage house before the Key West Community Players transformed it into a performance space in the 1940s. In the 80s it became incorporated under the Red Barn Actor’s Studio, Inc and has been committed to putting on the best performa...
46. ✦ Dine Alfresco
The weather in the Florida Keys is almost always perfect for outdoor dining—take advantage of it! I loved dining alfresco at The Grand Caferight on Duval Street where from their patio you can see all the action on the liveliest road in Key West.
47. ✦ Eat Key Lime Pie—everywhere!
If there is one quintessential food in the Florida Keys it’s Key Lime Pie, so you must indulge in it—everywhere! All the locals seem to have a favorite (and so do I now!). One of the most popular is at Kermit’s or Mrs Macs, but my favorite was at Chef Michaelsin Islamorada. For an even more bucket list worthy pie eating experience take the Key West 3-hour guided bicycle tour with Key Lime Pie.
48. ✦ Nosh on Conch fritters
These fried balls are made with conch meat, savory batter and seasonings. You will be hard-pressed to find a local menu that doesn’t have them on it! I had some of the best ones at Sol by the Sea in Key Largo, but a few other favorites are at Louie’s Backyard and the Conch Republic Seafood Companyin Key West. If you want even more ideas, check out The Key West Bucket List book on Amazon. From interacting with dolphins to taking a ride on the African Queen and eating your fair share of Key Lim...
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