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10 Key West picks

Nature & Wildlife

Butterflies, dolphins, sharks, birds, gardens, reefs and protected habitat.

#2
Nature & Wildlife

Dry Tortugas National Park & Fort Jefferson

Make the memorable trip about 70 miles west of Key West to Fort Jefferson, turquoise water, snorkeling and remote island scenery.

📍 Dry Tortugas
#5
Nature & Wildlife

Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory

Walk through a glass-domed tropical habitat filled with free-flying butterflies, colorful birds and flamingos.

📍 Upper Duval
#14
Nature & Wildlife

Key West Aquarium

Meet sharks, rays, turtles and other marine life at one of Key West’s classic family attractions near Mallory Square.

📍 Mallory Square
#22
Nature & Wildlife

Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center

Learn about coral reefs, seagrass, mangroves and protected Florida Keys habitats through interactive exhibits.

📍 Truman Waterfront
#26
Nature & Wildlife

Key West Garden Club at West Martello Tower

Wander free gardens inside a Civil War-era fort with orchids, tropical plants and Atlantic views.

📍 Higgs Beach
#27
Nature & Wildlife

Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden

Explore native Keys habitat, tropical plant collections, birding areas and peaceful garden trails.

📍 Stock Island side
#28
Nature & Wildlife

Key West Wildlife Center

Visit the nature area around the island’s wildlife rehabilitation center and learn about local birds and conservation.

📍 Old Town edge
#29
Nature & Wildlife

Nancy Forrester’s Secret Garden

Meet rescued parrots in a lush private garden and hear stories about conservation and tropical birds.

📍 Old Town
#43
Nature & Wildlife

Honest Eco Dolphin Watch & Snorkel

Look for wild dolphins and snorkel with naturalist-minded guides on a small-group eco excursion.

📍 Historic Seaport
#55
Nature & Wildlife

Key West Extreme Adventures Shark Tour

See sharks and other wildlife from a purpose-built tour boat on an educational wildlife encounter.

📍 Key West