Take a day trip from Fort Lauderdale to Key West to enjoy a fun Caribbean atmosphere, street artists, outdoor cafés and more. Key West’s leafy and lively streets have plenty to offer, but if you’d like more activity, there are upgrades available! Get out on the water on a glass-bottom boat ride, snorkeling cruise or parasailing adventure, or see the attractions on dry land on the Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour. Please note: A minimum of 2 people per booking is required.
Your day trip to Key West begins as you depart Fort Lauderdale and take the scenic drive south through the tip of Florida. There will be a brief stop in Miami to pick up additional passengers. You'll cross 42 bridges, including the Florida Keys’ famous Seven Mile Bridge, whose film credits include True Lies, 2 Fast 2 Furious, Licence to Kill, CrissCross and Up Close & Personal.
During your visit, check out the Hemingway House and historic Mallory Square on the waterfront. Lunch is not included, but there are plenty of lively and laid-back restaurants lining Key West’s shady streets. Approximate free time in Key West is from 12pm to 6pm.
Upgrades:
Glass-Bottom Boat: As you cruise through the clear turquoise water, gaze down through the boat’s glass bottom to discover part of the Florida Reef, the 3rd-largest coral barrier reef in the world. The reef is home to a variety of coral and tropical fish.
Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour: For an easy, pleasant way to get around town, add the fully narrated Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour to your day trip! The trolley makes stops at all of Key West’s must-see places. You can jump off wherever you want, visit the sights and re-board when you’re ready.
Snorkeling Cruise:Take a three-hour snorkeling cruise in a 65-foot (19 meters) catamaran to the coral reef off the coast of Key West. You’ll discover a whole new world of underwater plant and marine life. Because of the warm tropical water, you can snorkel this reef year-round. Snorkel gear and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) on the catamaran are included.
Parasailing: Float above the blue waters of Key West as you’re pulled behind a state-of-the-art parasailing boat. You’ll get bird’s-eye views of beautiful panoramic sights as you glide past the island. Minimum age is 6 years old.
Schedule details
Day Trip to Key West
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Departure Point:
Hilton Fort Lauderdale Airport1870 Griffin Road
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33004
Departure Time:
- 6:30am
Pricing information
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Tour options:
Day Trip to Key West from Fort Lauderdale
Day Trip to Key West from Fort Lauderdale with 2-hour glass bottom boat Cruise
Day Trip to Key West from Fort Lauderdale with all-day Hop-On and Hop-Off Trolley Tour
Day Trip to Key West from Fort Lauderdale with 3-hour snorkeling cruise
Day Trip to Key West from Fort Lauderdale with 15 minute Parasailing. Single and Tandem Parasail Rides available
Additional information
Day Trip to Key West
Inclusions:
- Day trip to Key West
- Round-trip transportation by bus
- Glass bottom boat (if option selected at time of booking)
- Hop-on Hop-off trolley tour (if option selected at time of booking)
- Snorkeling cruise (if option selected at time of booking)
- Parasailing (if option selected at time of booking)
- Pickup and drop off from Embassy Suites in Fort Lauderdale
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
Exclusions:
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks
- Admissions unless stated
Additional Information:
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
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