What to do and see in Florida Keys, Florida Keys: The Best Sightseeing Tours

January 23, 2022 Elouise Mccaul

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.
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1. Kayak Tour of Mangrove Maze from Key West

5016 5th Ave, Key West, FL 33040, USA Blue Moon Kayak Key West
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5.0 based on 20 reviews

On this Tour you will paddle through three different bodies of water; The Gulf of Mexico, Cow Key Channel and into the Mangrove Mazes to get into the Salt ponds of Key West. Our Tour guides will share the History of Key West and South Florida, educate you on the flora and fauna that you may encounter and see throughout the tour and discuss how to become more sustainable in today's world.

Inclusions: Coconut Water, Kayaks, Life Jackets, Paddles, Whistles

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Reviewed By Njchutz

Bluemoon kayak is the best! Awesome staff, great tour and we were able to clean up two bags of garbage. Highly recommend the kayak mangrove/Waterway clean up tour - this is exactly what tourist activities should be all about! Tons of education while making this place a little bit cleaner. Joe is a badass! Crabs, snapper, tarpon and about 50 lbs less of garbage plugging up cow key channel. Highly recommend!

2. Private Day Trip - A Self-Guided Drive Through the Lower Keys

Stock Island, FL 33040, USA BeachBunny's Original Tours of Key West
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Turn your phone or tablet into a local tour guide! Download this GPS-driven audio & multimedia tour, and as you drive from Key West to Marathon (CAR RENTAL/DRIVER NOT INCLUDED) your phone or device alerts you to great places to stop. Enable audio narration to hear about each point of interest as you approach the area. You’ll have historic photos, a map linked to your GPS, and websites and restaurant menus at your fingertips. There’s so much to see and do in just one-and-a-half hours of driving from Key West to Marathon. Visit the Keys’ most beautiful natural sand beach, tan on a secret nude beach, check out a limestone quarry inhabited by American alligators, spot rare Key deer, find the Keys’ best shrimp pizza, and jump off an abandoned bridge into a cool-water canal. After purchasing, check your confirmation emails for instructions on how to download your tour.

Inclusions: Historic photos , Restaurant menus

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Reviewed By F2308OBaprilg

A very informative tour. Easy to understand, good directions, and plenty of ideas for more activities to do! Self guided gave us the flexibility to stay as long as we wanted at each stop.

3. The Original Key West Ghost Hunt

301 Whitehead St, Key West, FL 33040, USA Key West Ghost Hunt
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5.0 based on 7 reviews

We are the only locally owned haunted attraction with exclusive access to two locations. Our local experts provide Ghost Hunting equipment along with personal experience that can't be replicated.

Inclusions: Use of Ghost Hunting equipment such as Dowsing Rods, EMF meters, a spirit board, and more!

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Reviewed By StaceyF593

This was the most interesting ghost tour I have ever been on. The stories seemed like you were there. I felt a real sense of the paranormal activity.

4. Self-Guided Black History Tour of Key West for Electric Car

Mallory Square, Key West, FL 33040, USA BeachBunny's Original Tours of Key West
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Turn your phone or tablet into a tour guide! Download this GPS-driven audio/media tour, then cruise! Nowhere on this tour will the speed limit exceed 35 mph. ELECTRIC CAR RENTAL IS NOT INCLUDED and must be purchased separately (Some vendors are recommended at the beginning of the tour.) Or sight-see from the comfort of your car, scooter or bike. Drive for one hour, or shop, eat, and swim to spend a whole afternoon immersed in Keys' culture. Learn about Key West's deep ties to the Bahamas and the city's pivotal role defeating the Confederacy. Discover why 250 Africans are buried by the beach, and the surprising spot that was once the island's "blacks only" beach. Visit the island's first black church. Find the Keys' best conch salad, get a taste of Haitian and Cuban flavors and sample Key Lime pie. Historic photos plus links to restaurant menus and websites rest at your fingertips. After purchasing, check confirmation emails for instructions on how to download your tour.

Inclusions: Historic photos , Restaurant menus

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Reviewed By mlk7001

We liked that it was self-guided so we were able to go at our own pace. The directions provided by the app we're not accurate. We had to use our GPS for the majority of the ride. It took us about 3 hours, due to our chosen pace and poor directions.

5. Key West Waterfront Cocktail Walk to Mallory Square’s Sunset Celebration!

201 William St, Key West, FL 33040, USA Salty Seaweed Tours
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We invite you to take an exclusive cocktail & food taste tour on the Waterfront in Downtown Key West! Learn about how Old Fisherman’s Wharf has transformed into Yacht Harbor! Sit at the bar Mel Fisher did while his treasure sat out front, on display, in the trunk of his car! Open your ears to live music and island vibes as you cocktail into World Famous Mallory Square’s Sunset Celebration!

Inclusions: For Adults *Cocktails at three (3) restaurants & Craft Beer at one (1) restaurant*, For Youth and Adults *Food taste at three (3) restaurants*, Gratuities/Tips for Bartenders

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Reviewed By BtheMNGR

Tour guide was knowledgeable and knew a lot about what the area used to look like! Cocktails were amazing, great to be able to try out different places! To cap it off with the sunset was just a cherry on top!

6. 4-Hour Private Sand Bar Cruise on a Boat in Key West

Garrison Bight Marina, 711 Eisenhower Dr, Key West, FL 33040, USA Sunshine Charters
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Our private cruise to the sandbars will allow you to choose from a private sandbar. With over 2 hours on the sandbars you can visit more if you like.

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7. Private Key West Sunset Cruise

5950 Peninsular Ave, Key West, FL 33040, USA Native Sun Private Charters
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Avoid the crowds on your own custom private boat charter! Come see what makes Key West sunsets something people love to celebrate everyday! Join us and make amazing memories with family and friends!

Inclusions: Bottled water, Fishing gear, Soda/Pop, Snacks

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Reviewed By thomasbN1190HE

My wife and I spend a full day with Captain Tim touring the mangroves and sand bars, kayaking, snorkeling, and fishing. We both agreed it was the best day of our trip! Captain Tim was very accommodating, friendly, and an all around great guy! I recommend this trip to anyone visiting Key West. You won’t be disappointed!

8. Small-Group Key West Sunset Sail with Wine

255 Front St, Key West, FL 33040, USA Danger Charters
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Cruise into the sunset with wines from all around the world, imported and domestic beers as well as hors d'oeuvres. This cruise is great for a romantic evening or just to enjoy time with friends. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your departure to check in.

Inclusions: Unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks, Wine tasting, Light refreshments

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Reviewed By laurenl698

We had originally planned to do the Dry Tortugas, but it was sold out for our dates. Danger Charters was recommended by our hotel. While we were originally disappointed not to be heading to the Dry Tortugas, I’m so glad we ended up with Danger!! The crew, Capt. Kevin, Dave & Meg were fantastic making sure everyone on board was having a great trip. The snorkeling spot off Cottrell Key was one of the best I’ve seen. Meg pointed out turtles, a sleeping nurse shark among a ton of sting rays and other bright fish and turtles. Next stop was lunch on a beautiful teal blue sandy bottom sand bar. Drinks were flowing for those that wanted the pirate life, while kayak adventures were on hand for the nature enthusiasts. Highly recommended for a first time snorkeler to the more experienced. We will definitely be back to check out their other tours!!

9. Sunset Sail in Key West with Beverages Included

Hyatt Centric Key West Resort & Spa, 601 Front St, Key West, FL 33040, USA Floridays
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Key West is famous for fabulous sunsets and Floridays is famous for our spectacular uncrowded champagne sunset cruise. Our reputation for personal service and attention to detail on our sunset cruise is legendary. Being out on the water for a Key West sunset is like being IN the sunset itself. There is nothing quite like it. Who knows, you may get lucky enough to witness that elusive green flash!

Inclusions: Restroom on board, Champagne, flavored mimosas, white wine, margaritas, selection of craft beers, Bottled water, Soda/Pop

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Reviewed By RamonaF541

I booked this trip due to the smallness of the group and am also a sailboat fanatic. This turned out to be fabulous, and much more intimate than the large catamaran trips. It was nice to be snorkeling without hoards of people flailing around you. The staff was engaging and fun, and kept us happy with beverages after fun in the water. I highly recommend Floridays and also recommend the afternoon tour as the reef is not busy with large catamaran groups. Thank you Floridays for a splendid afternoon!

10. Beach Day in Key West with Picnic Lunch

Key Lime Excursions
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Your day begins with a pickup at your hotel or at your cruise ship.  From there, it's a short ride to the best beach in Key West, Ft. Zachary Taylor.  Spend the day relaxing, or snorkeling, exploring Ft. Zach.  A delicious picnic lunch is included, as well as towels, beach chairs, umbrella, beach toys and snorkel gear. Enjoy the turquoise water of the American Caribbean and the laid back vibe of Key West!

Inclusions: Beverages, Bottled water, Lunch, Snacks, Driver/guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

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Reviewed By Safari471647

Diver Dave was the best tour guide! We enjoyed his genuine adoration for Key West and his historical knowledge of the area. Dave's jokes and affinity for making us smile ensured a fantastic day!

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