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Key Largo
ℹ️Practical info — Key Largo
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
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💡 Tips
- Book your snorkeling or glass-bottom boat tour at John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park days in advance.
- Only use reef-safe sunscreen to protect the fragile coral ecosystems during your water activities.
- Traffic on the Overseas Highway (US 1) gets very congested on weekends; plan to travel during off-peak hours.
- Stop by the Florida Keys Visitor Center for free local maps, insider advice, and discount coupons.
🍽 Food
A quintessential Keys appetizer; find these savory fried seafood dough balls at casual roadside eateries.
Order the local 'dolphin fish' (not the mammal) freshly caught, usually served grilled or as a sandwich at marina-side restaurants.
A mandatory dessert. Every local bakery claims to have the best one, complete with a graham cracker crust and meringue or whipped cream.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Stock up on high-quality aquatic equipment and rash guards at the specialized dive shops along the main highway.
Browse the colorful gift shops for driftwood art, shell jewelry, and pirate-themed memorabilia.
Escape the crowds by walking the peaceful, paved trails through one of the largest tracts of West Indian tropical hardwood hammock.
Find a quiet dock or waterside park on the Florida Bay side in the evening to watch spectacular, uninterrupted sunsets.
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Key Largo is the gateway to the Florida Keys and gives an unparalleled maritime experience. The island is world-famous for the John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, the first underwater park in the U.S. Here, visitors can admire colorful fish and the famous 'Christ of the Abyss' statue while snorkeling or diving. The island combines proximity to the Everglades with the laid-back lifestyle of the Keys. The beaches on Key Largo are often set within parks and offer crystal-clear waters. South Beach and North Beach are convenient spots for relaxation, while Far Beach has shallow waters first-rate for families. Cannon Beach is especially popular with divers, as historical cannons can be seen underwater. A highlight for nature lovers is the Ocean View at the Laura Quinn Wild Bird Sanctuary, where injured birds are rehabilitated. Local cuisine features specialties like Key Lime Pie and conch fritters. The island is easily accessible via the Overseas Highway from Miami, making it a well-suited destination for short trips or the start of a journey through the entire Keys. Numerous marinas offer boat tours catering to all interests.
- Location: United States
- Top sights: African Queen · Dolphins Plus · Miss Chief Fishing Charters
- Nearby: Coral Gables (25 km)
- Population: ~10.433 (2013)
Geography
Facts
- Dive Capital of the World
- John Pennekamp Underwater Park
- Gateway to the Florida Keys
- Famous film location
- Spiegel Grove artificial reef
- Home of Key Lime Pie
- Laura Quinn Bird Sanctuary
- Near the Everglades
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