For those who arrived in Fort Lauderdale early for their cruise, or their cruise just ended, this excursion is for you. Visit exciting Key West for the day and check out the island that is one of the most popular destinations in the world. There's so much to do and you'll have plenty of time. Between famous saloons, Mallory Square, the Shipwreck Museum, and the Hemingway Home there might still be time to do some people-watching while enjoying the original key lime pie.
You will have comfortable round-trip transportation and cross over 42 bridges on the way to the island of Key West. The bridge itself is a famous spot for movie scenes including 2 Fast 2 Furious. The ride takes about 6 hours and you can take in the tropical scenery, take in some reading, or take a nap. No matter what you do, once you arrive, the energy of the island will get you smiling. Guests will have approximately 4 hours to explore.
There is so much to see. Otherwise, just walking through Old Town and down Duval Street is a treat. Stroll around the Historical Seaport or the Southernmost Point House.
See the Hemingway Home, and learn about the island's most famous past resident and his 6-toed cats. 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 some of your shopping, and maybe watch a few people.
There are many museums such as Ripley's, Mel Fisher's Treasure Museum, Shipwreck Treasure, Oldest House Museum, 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 Key West Lighthouse, East Martello Fort, the African American Memorial, the AIDS Memorial, or the Dry Tortugas Interruptive Center.
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 Sloppy Joe's, Rick's, Hog's Breath Saloon, and the Green Parrot, and get to know a few of the locals. The possibilities are almost endless.
Whether you stroll along the waters, relax in Mallory Square, ride a train or trolley, or go out to sea, you will surely have lots of fun in Key West! When the day ends, just board your transportation with all the stories and memories of exciting Key West, enjoy!
There are other Key West excursion options:
Fort Lauderdale to Key West Day Trip and Parasailing Excursion (S3153)Fort Lauderdale to Key West Day Trip with Conch Train Excursion (S3155)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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