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Do you love the sounds of the waves crashing on the shore, Calypso music in the air and sea gulls calling overhead? Or what about the sights and smells found at the beach…you know, the palm trees swaying in the sultry summer breeze, the salty air mixed with the sweet smell of coconut oil, and perhaps the scent of boardwalk favorites. Maybe, it’s the lazy afternoons sitting under a beach umbrella and sipping sangria and the festival-like entertainment every evening. If this is what you think of when the beach is mentioned, then don’t hesitate to start planning a Key West vacation.
As you begin planning a Key West vacation, don’t overlook the great regional and local attractions beyond the beach. To help you get started, here are 10 suggestions of things to do when you need a break from the beach.
- A Key Encounter- Located on the upper level of the Clinton Square Mall, this free exhibit has a 3 screen movie theatre and a Jungle Walk with animatronics animals, also on site is the George M. Kretschmer Jr. Planetarium.
- Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center-Located on Truman Annex Waterfront, the Center offers touch screens, interactive displays, photos, a theatre, and the 2,500 gallon aquarium that is part of the Living Reef Exhibit.
- Sebago Watersports-near the waterfront, you can find wet and wild adventure of all types. There are sunset sails, parasailing, snorkeling and other water fun sure to delight everyone.
- Go swimming with Dolphins in Key Largo at Dolphin World-With 15 years of experience, the instructors here are happy to introduce to the world of the dolphins. There are dolphin swim adventures, guaranteed dolphin contact, coral reef snorkeling trips, as well as dolphin and sea lion shows. Dolphin World is open every day of the year.
- Fury Water Adventures- From eco-tours to snorkeling, rock climbing to a water trampoline, and sunset sails or cruises to glass bottom boat tours, this is the place for aquatic adventures.
- Key West Tropical Forest and Botanical Gardens- The only “frost-free” botanical garden in the continental US, you will find numerous flora and fauna species, many of which are endangered or threatened. The Gardens are home to butterflies, birds and other creatures such as turtles and pigeons who love the beautiful waterfalls, orchids and towering palms.
- Trails of Margaritaville- See some of renowned singer Jimmy Buffett’s favorite Key West locations as you listen to guides sharing stories and songs to entertain you
- Conch Train Tour- Visit historic Key West locations like the Hemmingway House, the Old Town area, Duval Street and more as you ride the famed train around Key West.
- Key West Lighthouse-See the along the coast for miles around as you visit here, then head up the road to the Shipwreck Museum
- Sunset Celebrate at Mallory Square-Carnival atmosphere every night, beautiful beach sunsets, carnival food and more. The fun begins a few hours before sundown and last until a few hours after.
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