One of the most exotic vacation destinations in the US is the Florida Keys. Among this coral cay archipelago, there are numerous keys (islands) which thousands of tourists flock to each year.
One of the most popular keys is without doubt, Key Largo. If you have never been to this beautiful island, we highly recommend that you do. Today we would like to provide you with a small list of free things to do in Key Largo.
Florida Keys Visitor Center
The very first thing you should do is head to the Florida Keys Visitor Center in Key Largo. They offer tourists a ton of information and friendly advice regarding sightseeing in general.
At the Visitor Center you can take advantage of discounts on accommodation, tours, activities, and watersports. If you are looking for free things to do in Key Largo, the friendly staff will definitely help you out.
Key Largo Activities
Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park
This massive park has 6 miles of nature trails which you can explore on foot or by bike. Signs have been strategically placed along the trails providing information about the ecosystem and the protected wildlife.
Within the 2400 acre State Park you can see up to 80 species of plants and animals. There are cotton mice, wood rats, butterflies, and even a few crocodiles.
Key Largo Marinas
If you are a boat enthusiast Key Largo will not disappoint. There are a considerable number of marinas in Key Largo.
Take your family down to one of the marinas and see the beautiful yachts on display. You could easily spend a few hours at any given marina.
We have compiled a list of the different marinas along with their addresses.
– Key Largo Harbor Marina (100 Ocean Drive)
– Marina del Mar Resort and Marina (527 Caribbean Drive, MM100)
– Molasses Reef Marina (1550 Ocean Bay Drive)
– Pelican Cay Harbor Marina (299 Morris Lane)
– Blue Fin Marina (81 E. 2 Street)
– Cross Key Marina (599 Morris Ave, MM112.5)
– Garden Cove Marina (21 Garden Cove Drive)
Harris Park Key Largo
Visiting Harry Harris Park is another one of the free things to do in Key Largo. The park has picnic tables, a man-made beach, children’s park, boating dock, and clean rest room facilities. If you want to cool off, the small beach has calm, shallow water which is ideal for snorkeling.
We recommend you organize a nice picnic lunch and take the whole family down to Harry Harris Park Key Largo. Entrance to the park is free during the week, however you will need to pay a fee on weekends.
Bird Sanctuary Key Largo
Another great place to spend some quality time with your family is the Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center. Also named the Laura Quinn Wild Bird Sanctuary, the staff there dedicate their time to rescue and rehabilitate wild birds.
Once the injured or displaced migratory/native birds have been rehabilitated, they are then released. Bird species at the Wild Bird Sanctuary Key Largo include pelicans, gulls, owls, hawks, vultures, songbirds, and more.
This is a great place to take your family and learn a little about the local bird species and ecosystems. From sunrise to sunset the Sanctuary is open every day of the year. Entry is free, however donations are most welcome!
Key Largo Community Park
Here´s another great option from our list of free things to do in Key Largo. The park has a running track, exercise stations, tennis courts, 3 basketball courts, handball & volleyball courts, and skate park.
To cool off after some exercise, the park also has a pool, however you will need to pay the pool entrance fee. If you prefer to just relax, pack a lunch and take advantage of the picnic tables. This is a well maintained park that is free of charge during the week.
Key Largo Flea Market
This place of interest won´t cost you anything IF you can resist the temptations on offer. Here you will find more than 50 vendors selling products such as jewelry, arts & crafts, swimsuits, and more.
There is also a fresh produce market at this location that offers super fresh fruit and vegetables. The quality of the food is outstanding (trucked in daily) and the prices are fantastic.
Other Activities
In addition to our list of free things to do in Key Largo, there are activities you can enjoy for next to nothing. You could visit the Key Largo lighthouse, explore some beaches in Key Largo, or witness a Key Largo beach wedding.
If you´re an avid fisherman, head to Key Largo bait and tackle and spend a few dollars on some bait. The staff there may be able to provide some information about the best Key Largo fishing spots!
Prefer to just buy some fish? Well then we suggest you visit the Key Largo fish market. The market always has a great variety of fish and you can definitely find a bargain or two.
How to get to Key Largo
Key Largo is located in the upper Florida Keys, just off the southern coast of Florida. You can arrive at Key Largo by land, sea, or air.
The distance from Miami to Key Largo is around 60 miles and will take at least 90 minutes by car. If you choose to take a Miami to Key Largo shuttle, the trip will take a little longer.
Another travel option from Miami to Key Largo is by private yacht. We have a huge fleet of yachts that are available for charter to destinations such as Key Largo.
If you prefer to fly, there are flights to Key Largo from many capital and regional cities. A flight from Miami to Key Largo airport will take around 35 minutes.
Best time to visit
We suggest travelling to Key Largo during the months of September and October due to storm activity. December to January is one of the best times to vacation in the Florida Keys. Just be aware that there may be plenty of tourists at this time.
To avoid crowds we suggest you arrive in Key Largo during March or May. If you´re lucky you may get some great deals on accommodation at this time of year!
Plan an Adventure
So you now have plenty of useful information regarding the free things to do in Key Largo. What to do next? Gather your family members and start planning a family vacation to the beautiful Florida Keys. Work out how long you want to spend in Key Largo and calculate a budget that will suit your family´s needs.
How will you get to the Florida Keys? Talk these matters over with your family and make some concrete decisions. This tropical paradise has so much to offer and will give you unforgettable lifetime memories. Key Largo awaits you, so don´t miss the opportunity of a lifetime!
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