Key West Day Trip from Miami with Options

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Experience the magic of Key West on a full-day adventure from Miami! Add on an activity and customize your trip. Choose from snorkeling, glass bottom boat ride, Hop-on Hop-off Trolley, parasailing or a ride on the Conch Train.

Highlights

Visit the southernmost city in the continental U.S.
Experience the Caribbean flavor of Key West
Explore the shops, galleries, and restaurants
Enjoy a relaxing 3-hour catamaran cruise
Snorkel in the clear blue waters along the world’s 3rd largest coral reef
Customize your day with optional activities

Description

Experience the southernmost city in the US, Key West, by land and sea. On this day long adventure, you will explore the many sights, shops and restaurants in Key West. You will soak in the Caribbean feel of the city and take a glass bottom boat ride over the third largest reef in the world. Beginning bright and early, you will be picked up at your Miami Beach or downtown Miami hotel by your professional bilingual driver. En route to Key West by bus, you will cross 42 bridges and hop 32 islands. Upon arrival in Key West you will be enchanted by the colorful atmosphere, street artists and outdoor cafes. This day trip is perfect for travelers who like to do their own thing. You will have approximately six hours, from 12:00 to 17:00 to explore all that Key West has to offer. There are plenty of interesting and entertaining things to do in Key West including visiting the Hemingway House, taking a trolley or train tour, going on a kayaking eco-adventure or enjoying a dolphin-watching cruise. These are only a few of the many possibilities. No pre-set activities are set during this time on your own. If you do only one thing in Key West, a visit to Mallroy Square is a must. It is a place where many gather for a never-planned, always unique daily celebration. Mallory Square is located by the historic waterfront. Choose transportation only from Miami to Key West or opt to customize your trip with an activity. Snorkeling After exploring Key West on your own, you’ll hop aboard a catamaran for a snorkeling cruise. You’ll discover a whole new world underwater as you snorkel along the 3rd-largest coral reef in the world. Snorkeling is a year-round activity here, made possible by the warm tropical waters. Glass Bottom Boat Ride includes a two-hour glass bottom boat ride to the coral reef off of Key West. This is the third largest reef in the world and is home to a variety of plants and animals. You will marvel at the brilliant colors of the fish and the coral formations on this enchanting boat tour. Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Explore Key West at your own pace with the Hop on Hop off trolley that allows you to get on and off at any stop. Ride the full loop to see all that Key West has to offer then plan your day by hopping on and off the trolley at your favorite stops. Parasailing The highlight of this exhilarating adventure is the chance to soar like a bird. First, float on a tropical breeze in a state-of-the-art para-sail launch boat and glide above emerald waters. Look for dolphins below you. See brightly colored birds fly past, and marvel at the majesty of the Florida Keys landscape. Conch Train When you're ready, use your ticket to hop on the fully narrated Conch Train Tour Key West. Climb on board the open-air train, take your seat and embark on a terrific 90-minute journey through time. During the tour, the train will make one loop through Old Town Key West, making 3 stops along the way. The 1st train stop is at Station Depot, where you'll have a 10 minute break for refreshments and shopping. Bring your ice cream and homemade fudge back on board to continue your tour. The 2nd stop is at Truval Village, located at the corner of Duval Street and Truman Avenue. From Truval Village you are just minutes away from fine art galleries, shops and restaurants on upper Duval Street, as well as famous sites like: • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum • Key West Lighthouse • The Southernmost Point • Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory The 3rd takes you to Flagler Station, where you can visit the historic Seaport, the ferry terminal, and shops and restaurants.

Includes

Round-trip hotel transfers from Miami Beach and downtown Miami Hotels Professional bilingual driver Free time in Key West Local taxes and fees
Optional activities in Key West Food and drink (unless specified) Optional gratuities

Important Information

There are rest stops on both legs of the trip. The approximate time spent in Key West is from 11:00-17:00. When you arrive in Key West please follow your driver/guide's instructions for the Snorkeling Adventure. All participants must be able to swim. Minors and children may only take this tour under the supervision of their parent or guardian.