Things to do in Lower Florida Keys

Activities, attractions and tours

Lower Florida Keys
Lower Florida Keys
Big Pine Key featuring a coastal town, a river or creek and general coastal views
Embassy Row
Smathers Beach featuring tropical scenes, a bay or harbor and a sandy beach
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1. Duval Street

Coming to Florida’s Key West and not experiencing Duval Street is missing one of the area’s most important commercial roads. It’s the main street on the island. Visit at any time. At the end of the day, when the heat abates and beachgoers have packed up, the street truly comes into its own. Being bored on Duval Street is a rarity.
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Duval Street featuring signage

2. Mallory Square

This popular town square, adjacent to excellent dining and lively bars is home to one of Key West’s longest-running traditions. Perched on the edge of the Gulf of Mexico, Mallory Square hosts Key West’s Sunset Celebration every evening of the year. Watch as the square bursts with color and sound as hundreds of visitors to the island converge to watch one of the most picturesque sunsets in the United States. Surrounding the square are some of Key West’s best restaurants, great shopping and hotels catering to all budgets.
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Mallory Square which includes outdoor art, a square or plaza and signage

3. Southernmost Point

Visit the Southernmost Point of the United States for a unique photo opportunity and views toward Cuba. Pose in front of the huge structure emblazoned with the words, “Southernmost Point Continental U.S.A.” and “90 miles to Cuba,” for a memorable photograph.
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Southernmost Point which includes signage

4. Smathers Beach

On an island filled with private beaches, this popular stretch of public shoreline is among the most majestic. Featuring over a half-mile (0.8 kilometer) of white, palm-lined sand, Smathers Beach is a destination for water sports lovers and those seeking quiet time in the sun. Spend a day snorkeling, kayaking or playing beach volleyball as you make friends on the beach known for its social atmosphere.
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Smathers Beach featuring a sandy beach, a luxury hotel or resort and tropical scenes

5. Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park

Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park is a sublime natural setting that provides idyllic swimming and birdwatching conditions. At its core is the historic Fort Taylor and what is thought to be the world’s largest Civil War arms collection. Bring U.S. history to life by walking down the passageways of this well-preserved fortress.
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Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park showing military items, heritage elements and interior views

6. Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum

Visit the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum to reveal the eccentricities of Ernest Hemingway’s life. For most of the 1930s, one of the most revered authors of the 20th century lived in a Spanish colonial house in the heart of tropical Key West. Meet six-toed cats and see the studio in which some of Hemingway’s most famous novels were written. Find a vast collection of art, hunting trophies and household items as you wander through the house and gardens.
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Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum featuring heritage elements and a house

7. South Beach

Conveniently located at the end of one of Key West’s main streets and just a short walk from the center of the town, this tiny beach is the most popular on the island. While its warm water, perfect swimming conditions and stunning views attract many visitors, some visit South Beach simply to say they’ve been to the southernmost beach in the continental United States. Find a spot on the crowded beach to immerse yourself in the lively Key West atmosphere or simply stop by for a quick swim on your way into town.
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South Beach featuring a sandy beach and general coastal views as well as a small group of people

8. Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory

Lose yourself in a cloud of “flowers of the sky” as you amble along the walkway through this tropical glasshouse. Home to approximately 60 different species of butterflies, the Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory is a beautiful experience. The conservatory is often among the most recommended attractions in the city. Families will appreciate the educational areas of the museum, while those wanting to unwind will enjoy sitting beneath tropical trees next to cascading waterfalls.
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Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory featuring flowers, zoo animals and animals

What to do in Lower Florida Keys

Popular places to visit

Duval Street

Duval Street

4.5/5(47 reviews)

Along one of the southernmost streets in the continental U.S., enjoy a lively area filled with shops, pubs, restaurants and lots of sidewalk acts and vendors.

Duval Street
Mallory Square

Mallory Square

4/5(36 reviews)

Arrive at this square at day’s end to find street performers, food carts and one of the most beautiful sunsets in the United States.

Mallory Square
South Beach which includes a beach and a coastal town as well as a large group of people

Florida Keys Beaches

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Florida Keys Beaches during your trip to Long Beach Estates?

Florida Keys Beaches
Southernmost Point

Southernmost Point

4/5(39 reviews)

Snap a memorable photograph from the edge of North America at this monumental landmark.

Southernmost Point
Smathers Beach featuring a sandy beach, a luxury hotel or resort and tropical scenes

Smathers Beach

4/5(10 reviews)

Key West’s popular party beach has an electric atmosphere on the weekends and is a destination for water sports lovers.

Smathers Beach
Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park

Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park

4.5/5(10 reviews)

The displays of old weapons and interpretive panels in a fort at the heart of the southernmost state park in the continental U.S. provide information about the Civil War.

Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park
Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum

Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Meet six-toed cats and watch as the life of one America’s great writers unfolds before your eyes at his former home.

Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum
South Beach

South Beach

4.5/5(8 reviews)

The southernmost beach in the continental United States is a convenient sandy enclave, just minutes from the center of town.

South Beach
Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory which includes animals, zoo animals and food

Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory

4.5/5(10 reviews)

With about 60 species of butterfly, an indoor waterfall and a tropical rainforest, this nature conservatory is one of the most popular attractions in Key West.

Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory

Areas of Lower Florida Keys

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Old Town Key West

5/5(6 area reviews)

While visiting Old Town Key West, you might make a stop by sights like Duval Street and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum.

Old Town Key West
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Key West Historic District

4.5/5(66 area reviews)

Travellers to Key West Historic District praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Duval Street and Key West Cemetery.

Key West Historic District
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Downtown Key West

While visiting Downtown Key West, you might make a stop by sights like Duval Street and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum.

Downtown Key West
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New Town

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in New Town, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Smathers Beach and Key West Tropical Forest and Botanical Garden.

New Town
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Historic Seaport

If you're spending some time in Historic Seaport, Duval Street and Key West Historic Seaport are top sights worth seeing.

Historic Seaport
Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory featuring flowers, zoo animals and animals

Uptown - Upper Duval

If you're spending some time in Uptown - Upper Duval, Duval Street and Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory are top sights worth seeing.

Uptown - Upper Duval