If you’re planning a visit to this unique and incredible part of the world, don’t miss these Top Key West Activities. From snorkeling the island’s turquoise waters to cruising into the sunset, wine glass in hand, these activities will let you experience the best of Key West.
#1 – Spend a Morning on the Water
Get out for some family fun on this Morning Half Day Excursion. Experience the incredible natural beauty of the keys under billowing sails. This experience includes kayaking and snorkeling in Key West National Wildlife Refuge as well as snacks, fruit, and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Not a bad way to start the day. If you prefer sleeping in, you can opt for their Afternoon Half Day Excursion instead.
Family-friendly | Food & Drink Included | All Equipment Provided
#2 – Explore the Water by Private Charter
Key West is surrounded by clear blue waters that are home to a variety of marine life. On your Private Charter, you’ll spend a day on the water with a custom itinerary to fit in exactly what you’d like. Whether you go fishing, snorkeling, dolphin watching, or do it all, your captain will ensure you have an incredible day on the water.
Private Charter | Family Friendly | All Equipment Provided
#3 –Explore by Paddleboard
There’s nothing quite like the relaxing pace of exploring the back country waters of the Key West by paddleboard. This 2-Hour Paddleboard Eco Tour includes an experienced guide who will take you through winding mangrove creeks and calm coastal waters to see tropical fish, crabs, sea stars, jellyfish, and various aquatic birds.
Small Group Tours | All Equipment Provided | Beginner Friendly
#4 – Visit the Dolphin Research Center & Tour the Lower Keys
Travel up the keys to learn about the culture, ecology, and legends in this extraordinary corner of the world. This tour company combines a guided trip to the Dolphin Research Center on Grassy Key with a visit to some of the best spots in the lower keys including Bahia Honda State Park, National Key Deer Refuge, Key Deer Safari, and Blue Hole.
Family-friendly | Small Group Tours | Food & Drink Provided
#5 – Catch Some Fish!
The waters off the Florida Keys are teeming with stunning marine life and the crew of this Key West Party Boat Fishing Charter knows how to catch them. They’re the longest running charter in Key West for a reason, offering 6 hour trips to catch snapper, grouper, and even shark. Best of all, you can take your fish with you and have a local restaurant cook it up, or ship it home to enjoy it later.
Family-friendly | Keep Your Catch
#6 – Go on a Wreck Dive
Dive the world’s second largest artificial reef off the coast of Key West! The USNS Vanderburg, a transport ship from World War II, was intentionally sunk 6 miles off the coast of Key West in 2008. Today this stories-high vessel lies under 140 feet of water, making it an excellent dive location for visitors to Key West. Check out the wreck for yourself with this half-day excursion with Southpoint Divers.
Note, this is an advanced dive so it requires Advanced Certification. If that’s not you, you can still do the dive with a guide if you are Open Water Certified or higher. If you’re certified but not into wreck diving, check out their Afternoon 2-Tank Reef Dive and if you’re new to Scuba why not give it a try with their Discover Scuba: 1-Day Resort Course.
Children 15+ | Tanks, BCD, Weights & Regulator Provided
#7 – End your Day with a Sunset Sail
End your day with a cruise around the key and to its outlying islands while the sun slips below the horizon with Danger Charters. Your cruise includes premium wine, some fine beers, and tasty hors d’oeuvres. Danger Charters provides more intimate tours that will take you to the Keys’ most distinct locations, making this the best way to conclude a day in Key West.
Children 13+ | Food & Drink Included
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