So, you arrived a day early for your cruise, or your ship already docked and you want to make the most of your vacation. Here is the perfect day trip. Explore exciting Key West and you'll get to understand why this tiny island is one of the most popular destinations in the world. You'll also get to experience Key West's original sightseeing ride, the open-air Conch Train. You'll travel through Old Town and more, and see many of the famous sights such as the Hemingway Home. You'll learn about the city, and the Conch Republic's history, and be entertained with insider information by your conductor.
Round-trip transportation to Key West is included and you'll be riding in comfort. For the 6-hour drive down you'll enjoy the tropical scenery. On the way you'll cross 42 bridges, some made famous by films such as "Fast 2 Furious" and "License to Kill."
When you arrive in Key West the driver will tell you when and where the meeting point is for your return trip back to Fort Lauderdale. Included in your package is a ride aboard the famous Conch Train that will take you on a loop through town to see the sights. When you board the Conch Train you'll go for a 90-minute ride around much of the island. Please note that this is a continuous looped route and guests stay onboard the entire loop. Your conductor guide will narrate and give you info about the sights and highlights you pass.
You'll learn why Harry Truman used to spend so much time in Key West, see the Hemingway Home, and learn about the history and development of the area. You'll also explore Old Town Key West from Front Street Depot to Mallory Square. Be entertained with insider information and more. This is also a great way to decide where you may want to explore more once the ride comes to an end.
Since the Conch Train is the only scheduled event, the rest of the time is yours to do as you'd like. Check out Mallory Square where the locals gather for shopping during the day and the sunset in the evening. It's a rite of passage in Key West, they all go and watch the sunset each evening. By day, you can find a cafe, sip some coffee, do a bit of your shopping, and maybe do a little people-watching.
There are many museums such as Ripley's, Mel Fisher's Treasure Museum, Shipwreck Treasure, and the Flagler Station Railroad Museum. For nature lovers, there is the Key West Aquarium, Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory, and Key West Botanical Gardens. History buffs might enjoy East Martello Fort, the African American Memorial, the AIDS Memorial, or the Dry Tortugas Interruptive Center.
You'll have approximately 4 hours in Key West, don't forget to try a piece of the true key lime pie at Kermit's Key Lime Shop. You can also spend time in one of the famous Key West bars, like Papa Hemingway's favorite Sloppy Joe's, Rick's, Hog's Breath Saloon, and the Green Parrot, and get to know a few of the locals. And the restaurant possibilities are almost endless!
Unfortunately, every day has to come to an end. When the time comes, you'll head back to your transportation for the scenic ride back to Fort Lauderdale.
There are other Day Pass options:
Fort Lauderdale to Key West Day Trip Excursion (S3152)
Fort Lauderdale to Key West Day Trip and Parasailing Excursion (S3153)
Fort Lauderdale to Key West Day Trip with Glass Bottom Boat Excursion (S3156)
Fort Lauderdale to Key West Day Trip with Hop On Hop Off Trolley (3154)
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