The 10 Best Free Things to do in Florida Keys, Florida Keys

December 14, 2021 Lashaunda Abraham

Stretching 126 miles south toward Cuba, the stunning Keys are a perfect escape. Highlights along the way include Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon, Big Pine Key and the irrepressible Key West. Get up close with an amazing array of fish while snorkeling, diving or fishing in the warm turquoise waters. Creeks, coral and costumed spectacles are other lures along the way. Highway 1 is a spectacular ribbon tying together the islands and atolls of this paradise between the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic.
Restaurants in Florida Keys

1. Saint Mary Star of the Sea

1010 Windsor Ln, Key West, FL 33040-3270 +1 305-294-1018 [email protected] http://www.keywestcatholicparish.org/
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5.0 based on 966 reviews

Saint Mary Star of the Sea

Reviewed By KeyWestJay - Key West, United States

Astounding church located in old town Key West, corner of US 1, and Windsor lane. Very accepting church, considering it’s location a few streets from the noise, rowdiness of Duval St. plenty of free parking, and as an added bonus, the western side of the church (near the basilica) is a stone prayer grotto, with stone seats, and kneelers, as well as a candle devotion area. History states people would visit the grotto before oncoming hurricanes, as well as light a candle, donate a few dollars to protect our lovely city. I have personally done so, in the face of oncoming hurricanes and storms. Go, visit, and pray.

213 Simonton St STOP #3 on the DUVAL LOOP, Key West, FL 33040-6653 +1 305-294-8444 [email protected] http://www.7ArtistsKW.com
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5.0 based on 244 reviews

7 Artists & Friends Gallery

ALWAYS AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT 7 DAYS A WEEK ! 7 Artists & Friends located at 213 Simonton Street, Key West, FL. represents many of Key West's most sought after collectible, favorite artists. Martha de Poo, Pam Hobbs, David Scott Meier, Tony Scullin, Elizabeth Chamberlain, Michelle Mardis, Maggie Ruley, Noelle Rose, Karen Beauprie, The Sinking World of Andreas Franke and local jewelry designer Jennifer Badry of Mango Season Jewelry Designs. Come in and check out the fresh caught local art. Photo realism, jewelry, abstract, watercolor, photography, & whimsy; this gallery has it all. Available during business hours or by private appointment. STOP #3 on the air conditioned DUVAL LOOP.

Reviewed By 391evangelinam - Hallandale Beach, United States

We go to Key West once a year and always make it a point to stop in on Jennifer at 7 Artists. She's the best - knowledgeable, friendly and just down right nice! Every year we take home a print of a local Key West artist...Come to think of it, our home is now an extension of our favorite 7 Artists Gallery.

3. Florida Keys Brewing Company

200 Morada Way, Islamorada, FL 33036-3817 +1 305-916-5206 [email protected] http://www.floridakeysbrewingco.com
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5.0 based on 613 reviews

Florida Keys Brewing Company

The Keys only production brewery is now open to the public. In the heart of the Morada Way Arts and Cultural District, located at MM 81.6 Ocean side is where you can find Florida Keys Brewing Co. We are a small micro brewery with an artsy island vibe and brewing close to 30 styles of beer annually. YOU CAN ONLY BUY FKBC BEER IN OUR TASTING ROOM. We only brew small batches until our larger equipment arrives early this summer. Then we will only be found in Monroe county. So, stop by and have a pint, a flight, or fill a growler and take it home with you. Open every day 1-9. MEET ME AT THE BREW CO!!!

Reviewed By bonnien838 - Davie, United States

Charming property, amazing colors, warm and helpful staff and best of all the craft beer has many choices and everyone was great. The food truck Friday night was really good food. A must eat. The beer garden is comfortable

4. Mallory Square

400 Wall St, Key West, FL 33040-6633 http://www.sunsetcelebration.org/
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4.5 based on 14,573 reviews

Mallory Square

Welcome to Mallory Square where the fun starts and the sun sets. Everything Key West is famous for comes together in this one special place set on historic waterfront. Mallory Square is home to shops, restaurants, and many of the islands most popular attractions. Come for the day and stay into the night. There's always something happening in Mallory Square.

Reviewed By EJAALOUK

Key West butterfly and nature conservatory and Mallory Square sunset celebration as well as Duval Street bars and restaurants and all the beautiful beaches in Key West are a must see.

5. Duval Street

Duval Street, Key West, FL 33040 +1 305-395-8807 http://duvalstreet.net/
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4.5 based on 14,150 reviews

Duval Street

Popular, busy street offers plenty of shops, restaurants and bars.

Reviewed By AllanS75

Duval St. feels like the best of a combination of La Rambla in Barcelona, Spain, Cape May ,NJ, New Hope, PA, and Bourbon St. in New Orleans. A 1.25-mile strip of great shops, bars, restaurants, and people watching. The town felt very safe to walk even at night and has a great vibe. Many of the attractions you want to see are on Duval or a short walk from it. It can get very crowed so if you plan on walking and are in a rush, take one of the parallel streets; either Whitehead or Simonton.

6. The Overseas Highway

Key West, FL http://www.fla-keys.com/the-highway-that-goes-to-sea/
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4.5 based on 6,886 reviews

The Overseas Highway

A charming 110 mile highway running the length of the Keys.

Reviewed By A3444WAmartinp - Malmö, Sweden

It was really like a dream when we drove to key west. Weather was perfect so many stops you can make on the way I would recommend to stop by right after 7 mile bridge bound key west and walk onto the old bridge and also Irie island eats as it’s one of the best food trucks we have ever eaten lunch at and we have tried many world wide!

7. Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary

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4.5 based on 15 reviews

Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary

Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary supports one of the most diverse assemblages of marine life in North America. Although best known for its coral reefs, the shallow nearshore waters contain interconnecting marine habitats that include fringing mangroves, seagrass meadows, and more. Visitors to the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary can enjoy diving, snorkeling, paddlesports, wildlife watching, boating, and fishing. Anglers can target inshore species such as tarpon, snook, redfish, barracuda, and hogfish; they can also target many offshore species including mahi mahi, marlin, sailfish, tuna, and wahoo. Check out Blue Star Operators when booking your fishing or diving trip. These operators are partnered with the National Marine Sanctuary System, dedicated to sustainable recreation and tourism, and committed to educating visitors about the Florida Keys ecosystem.

8. Sombrero Reef

Marathon, FL 33050 +1 305-289-0614 http://captainpips.com/snorkeling
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4.5 based on 453 reviews

Sombrero Reef

This is a spur-and-groove coral reef, sitting on the outer banks offshore of Vaca Key, characterized by large fingers of coral, separated by narrow sandbeds.

Reviewed By smlscorpio65 - Indialantic, United States

If your in the Keys this is an absolute Snorkeling Paradise. This reef is right on the edge of the barrier reef, and to reach it you catch a boat tour from the Marathon area on Vaca Key. We took Spirit Snorkeling out of Marathon and Captain Mike and Mate Jenna were great. If you have your own boat it is marked by a good size lighthouse so it is easy to find. Lots of mooring pins to tie to. Short boat ride from Captain Pip's Marina.where you can rent a boat reasonable if you choose. We were there around 9:30 am on a Saturday morning and spots were open. By 11 am they were full. Don't cheat yourself and go on a calm day because this reef is great. Visibility and water clarity is very good. We saw tons of parrotfish, from Yellowtail Parrotfish, Princess Parrotfish and Rainbow Parrotfish. We also found Grouper, Yellowtail Snapper, Gray Snapper, nice variety of Angelfish,stingray and my girlfriends favorite(as she squeezed my hand tight) a good size Barracuda. This goes down as one of my best snorkeling adventures.

9. National Key Deer Refuge

30587 Overseas Hwy, Big Pine Key, FL 33043-3400 +1 305-872-2239 [email protected] http://www.fws.gov/refuge/National_Key_Deer_Refuge
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4.5 based on 671 reviews

National Key Deer Refuge

Fourteen square mile natural habitat of white tailed Key deer.

Reviewed By 523glennm - Lake Wales, United States

The Welcome Center for the National Key Deer Refuge is tucked away in a corner of a shopping center just as you turn off of US-1 onto Key Deer Blvd. There is a wealth of information here regarding local wildlife. The Key Deer Bookstore is a small corner of the welcome center, but there are some really good books available here. There are four wildlife refuges in the Keys, and this is the welcome center for all of them, including the Key Deer. Allow enough time to hear the interesting information the volunteers have to impart. Joyce and Nancy were both bubbling over with useful and fascinating info. After visiting the welcome center, drive down to the Blue Hole and you may be lucky enough to spot one of the resident gators, or maybe even some of the tiny deer wandering in and out of the bushes along the road. Don’t miss this!

10. The Oldest House Museum & Garden

322 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040-6510 +1 305-294-9501 [email protected] http://www.oldesthousekeywest.com
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4.5 based on 518 reviews

The Oldest House Museum & Garden

The Oldest House in South Florida is located at 322 Duval Street in Key West. The house and gardens are open to the public from 10 am to 4 pm every day except Tuesday and Wednesday. Staff and volunteering docents are available to provide historical information about the house and family, and to answer questions. The house features family portraits and original furnishings, as well as other period pieces, ship models, and documents telling the story of old Key West. In the rear of the house is a spacious, peaceful garden, where benches invite you to sit and reflect. There, you will see the only surviving Cook House in South Florida.

Reviewed By TheRebelChick - Miami, United States

I love history and I have always been fascinated by the history of Key West in particular - such a strange and sordid past! I really liked that this museum was free and it was so interesting to learn about what life was like back then. We even saw the captains logs from his time on ship!

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