Location: Miami
Day 1 - 1 Apr 2019
Key Largo
Content: On the first day of this Miami to Key West road trip, we made the journey from Miami down into the Upper Keys. The distance from Miami to Key Largo is 69 miles and time taken is one and half hour.
Location: Key Largo
Day 1 - 1 Apr 2019
Key Largo Bay Marriott Beach Resort
Content: This place is amazing, it has everything here. You do not need to leave this resort to do any activities because there is so much to do and rent here without leaving. Would love to come back again!
Crocodile Lake National Wildlife Refuge
Content: This wildlife refuge is a satellite of the National Key Deer Refuge and was established under the Endangered Species Act of 1973.It covers 6,700 acres. We found a variety of habitats including salt marshes, tropical hardwood hammock, mangrove forests, and more. Some species we found here are the American crocodile, Key Largo woodrat, and the Schaus’ Swallowtail butterfly.
John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park
Content: This state park is unique and such a worthwhile stop for those on a Miami to Key West road trip. John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park is the first undersea park in the United States and it spans approximately 70 nautical miles.
John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park
Content: A spontaneous stop at Mrs. Mac’s turned out to be a very pleasant surprise. The hostess was very friendly and welcoming to our party. We had our dog with us and we easily sat outside where a fresh dog bowl of cold water was waiting for him. Our waiter Nick was very friendly, professional and attentive. Our dinner was delicious, starting with the conch fritters. All the selections were well prepared and tasty. Try the hogfish, very fresh. We bought a key lime pie to go because we were too full to eat it after diner and we’ll enjoy it at home. I will certainly return here and will recommend to family and friends.
Location: Key Largo
Day 2 - 2 Apr 2019
Marathon
Content: The driving distance from Key Largo to Marathon is merely an hour and four minutes and this will give you ample time to stop and explore places along the way.
Location: Marathon
Day 2 - 2 Apr 2019
Tranquility Bay Resort
Content: We travel to the Keys quite often and have stayed at numerous places. We have found Tranquility Bay to be hands down the best place to stay. With one of the only sandy beaches in the area our kids are occupied all day. The restaurant is top notch and the staff is always accommodating. It's the only place we will stay moving forward.
Location: Marathon
Day 2 - 2 Apr 2019
Lignumvitae Key State Park
Content: You will need a boat/kayak to visit this Florida state park. It is a park teeming with tropical hardwood hammock and it will transport you back to the 1930s. Please note that it is only open from Thursday until Monday from 8am until 5pm.
Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park
Content: The park is formed from Key Largo limestone (fossilized coral) and today you can visit the 8-foot high quarry walls to learn more about the history of ancient coral that is preserved in the park. The park is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Old 7-mile Bridge
Content: At the very western edge of Marathon, you will find the Seven Mile Bridge that connects the Middle Keys to the Lower Keys (where Key West is). You will also see the Old Seven Mile Bridge, an old engineering feat that was constructed in the early 1900s to connect the railway to Key West.
Chef Michael's
Content: What a wonderful restaurant! The food was delicious, the service was amazing and the ambiance is perfect for a romantic dinner. Call for a reservation. I highly recommend and definitely worth the splurge!
Location: Marathon
Day 3 - 3 Apr 2019
Key West
Content: Our third day on this Miami to Key West trip was completely at our leisure. The distance from Marathon to Key West is 45 miles and will take around an hour without any stops.
Location: Key West
Day 3 - 3 Apr 2019
Bahia Honda State Park
Content: Bahia Honda State Park is open from 8am until sunset, daily. There is an entrance fee and it is $8 per vehicle. At Mile Marker 37, you will find fantastic Bahia Honda State Park, with award-winning beaches and a historic bridge. The park is on an uninhabited island that encompasses over 500 acres and has some fantastic snorkeling and beaches.
The Flaming Buoy Filet Co.
Content: First of all, the service was phenomenal. Not only were we seated immediately by Brian but he also helped us with our wine selection and gave great reviews for the food menu. Kyle was also super friendly and welcoming.
Blue Hole
Content: The Blue Hole is an abandoned rock quarry that was used for Henry Flagler’s Overseas Railroad. While I think there is not much to see there, you can find iguanas, key deer, snakes, alligators, and more.
Opal Key Resort & Marina
Content: After a two days road trip finally reached got best place to stay while in Key West. Awesome views of the sunset. Spend the extra cash to get an oceanfront room overlooking Mallory pier. Can't wait to visit again