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MIAMI <-> KEY WEST TOUR

  • Location: Florida, USA
  • Audio Points: 230+
  • Valid: No expiry
  • Start: Miami (SR 836 west from MIA, NE 1st Ave north from Downtown, MacArthur Causeway at West Ave); Key West (drive from 508 Jimmy Buffett Memorial Hwy south, walk from South St & Reynolds St).
  • Tour Type: Driving-Hydrid
  • Download: ~131MB

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Experience the awe-inspiring ocean views from the Overseas Highway with a self-guided Miami to Key West driving tour. You can take in all the famous attractions and activities on your own accord as we guide you through the entire Miami to Key West tour. With more than 160 miles and 14 highlights, you’ll want a narrator with you to make sure you don’t miss a thing.

  • Key West
  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum
  • Robbie's
  • Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park
  • Bahia Honda State Park
  • Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park
  • Captain Tony’s Saloon
  • Dolphin Research Center
  • Mallory Square
  • Anne’s Beach
  • Old Seven-Mile Bridge

What to Expect

Drive US-Route 1 and Overseas Highway between Miami and Key West, then walk through the natural beauty and festive streets on Key West.

The 160-mile drive connects Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon, and Bahia Honda as the highway crosses the 42 bridges spanning this cluster of islands. Expert commentary shares the best places to stop along the route to make the tour your own.

Walk along Old Seven-Mile Bridge for simultaneous Atlantic and Gulf views, visit sandy Sombrero Beach, or go snorkeling at Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park. Along the way, we’ll point out the best optional side trips for experiences like tarpon feeding at Robbie’s or swimming with dolphins in Marathon. On Big Pine Key, stop by Bahia Honda State Park for clear waters and a fantastic view of the steel bridge suspended over the sea. There are plenty of places to explore natural beauty at spots like the Florida Wild Bird Center, the Turtle Hospital, or Anne’s Beach.

Once in Key West, a new two-mile walking tour shares the local lore behind spots like Ernest Hemingway’s Home, Sloppy Joe’s Bar, Mallory Square, and Fort Zachary Taylor.

Suggested Start Location

Miami: join on SR 836 west (from MIA), NE 1st Ave north (Downtown), or MacArthur Causeway at West Ave (Beach); Key West: drive from 508 Jimmy Buffett Memorial Hwy south, or walk from South St & Reynolds St.

Suggested Time

The driving portion of the tour covers 160 miles connecting Miami and Key West. Plan at least a day for the drive, plus about half a day to explore Key West for the new walking tour and additional time for optional stops along the route.

The tour is flexible, so you can take your time at spots that interest you. The commentary will pick back up automatically once you are back on the road.

Direction

North + South

Driving Distance

160+ Miles

FAQ

How do you get to Key West?

You can actually drive to Key West from the mainland along US Route 1, which is called Overseas Highway here

Is Key West worth the trip?

Yes! There’s plenty to see and do on Key West, plus the drive down from the mainland has plenty to see and do.

Is the Overseas Highway safe?

Yes, the Overseas Highway is quite safe to drive across.

What can you do in the Florida Keys?

There are many different things to do in the Keys. There are several state parks where visitors can walk, swim, snorkel, and see a coral reef. Glass-bottom boats are popular. There are lots of landmarks to visit, from Fred the tree growing on the Old Seven-Mile Bridge to the famous Southernmost Point Buoy. Key West houses the Hemingway Home and Little White House, along with Mallory Square’s nightly Sunset Celebration.

Is the Florida Keys a good place to take kids?

Yes, there are many family-friendly spots in the Florida Keys, include state parks and nature preserves, dolphin encounters, the historic Fort Zach in Key West, plus beaches and glass-bottom boats.

Can I take my dog to Key West?

Key West is very pet friendly. Just keep them leashed and check for specific rules about where dogs are and are not allowed at each location.

Trip Planning

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