Top Key West Day Trips

Watch the sun set and the moon rise off the coast of Key West on this relaxing sunset cruise. Enjoy the scenery and peaceful calm of a late afternoon sail aboard a 70-foot catamaran with plenty of deck space to stretch out and enjoy the breathtaking view. Hearty appetizers plus champagne, wine, full liquor bar, ice-cold beer, and soft drinks are included.

Set sail for a full-day escape to the hidden gems off Key West’s coast—where pristine beaches and secluded islands await. Whether you're soaking up the sun, taking in the coastal views, or just unwinding with your group, this experience blends the excitement of the open water with the comfort of premium onboard amenities. Perfect for history lovers and adventure seekers alike, this guided journey offers something for everyone.

Get ready to spend a half-day soaking up the sun and enjoying Key West’s diverse ecology during this fun sandbar and mangrove tour. Discover the backcountry waters and secluded sandbars around the busy island, all while sipping on cold drinks. This guided kayak ecotour takes you into the mangrove isles to spot dazzling marine life before heading to a sandy beach to knock back a few alcoholic or nonalcoholic beverages.

Explore the best that Key West has to offer on this narrated, hop-on, hop-off trolley tour. Visit more than 100 points of interest among Key West’s top attractions, with an expert guide who takes you through the history of the city. Enjoy free admission to the Sails to Rails Museum for extra sightseeing fun.

If you’re looking to snorkel in Key West, but don’t know where to plan your experience, this Key West snorkeling cruise makes things easy. Just prebook this experience, and enjoy a cruise over to a coral reef area—perfect for snorkeling and spotting tropical fish. Plus, all equipment, as well as lessons, breakfast, showers, and a beer or soda is provided for you.

Watch Key West's sunset — a main island attraction — on an evening dinner cruise. Feast on a tropical-themed buffet dinner and sip provided cocktails, beer, wine, and soft drinks as you take in views of the sea, the waterfront, and the sky's warm glow. Live music provides a festive atmosphere, and a cash bar is also available for premium drinks.

For the aquatic adventure of a lifetime, cruise to North America's only living coral barrier reef. No need to go diving or snorkeling for this great view—see tropical fish, sharks, turtles, colorful coral, and other sea life from the deck of the glass-bottom boat. Opt for an evening departure to enjoy a glass of Champagne as the sun sets into the Gulf of Mexico.

Eat your way around Key West on a food tour of “mom and pop” eateries in the Old Town historic district. Taste seafood, Cuban cuisine, and delicious key lime pie. The walking tour route takes you off typical touristy streets so you can see Key West like a local, listening to insights about the city's food, architecture, and history along the way. Tastings are enough for a hearty lunch.

Discover some of Key West’s deepest, darkest secrets on a ghost-themed trolley tour. The Trolley of the Doomed explores the darker side of what is said to be one of the most haunted cities in the US. Travel down the narrow, dark streets of the Old Town at night. The wooden houses still bear the secrets of their former inhabitants. This tour is narrated by an actor playing a gravedigger.

Getting out on the water is one of the best ways to explore Key West, but many big tours cram their boats with passengers. This private tour promises an un-crowded experience. Head out onto turquoise water aboard a unique tiki bar boat and look out for marine life such as turtles and dolphins as you cruise to a sandbar where you can swim or just soak up the sun.

Pedal through the charming streets of Old Town Key West on a guided bike tour, perfect for first-timers exploring the island. Along the way, you’ll uncover its rich history and stop at iconic spots like Mallory Square, Mile Marker Zero, and the Southernmost Point Buoy. With morning and afternoon tour options, it’s easy to soak in panoramic ocean views and experience Key West at your own pace.

The whole family can learn more about sharks and other marine wildlife on this boat tour from Key West. Travel on board an eco-friendly, 34-foot catamaran just a few miles off the coast to try your luck spotting dolphins, stingrays, turtles, and birds while you learn more about Key West’s waters than you ever would sailing along. Then watch as the pilot drops bait to draw a variety of sharks right to the edge of the boat.

Discover a side of Key West some visitors miss, and immerse yourself in its beautiful scenery, on a half-day sailing tour. Board your catamaran and head to North America's only living coral barrier reef. Pass some of Key West’s top attractions on the way, then dive in to see hundreds of species of colorful fish, coral, and other sea life. This cruise includes snorkeling gear, plus beer, wine, and soft drinks.

Leave behind the crowds of Key West and catch a quintessential Florida sunset while enjoying drinks on a sailboat. There is no better vantage point for watching the sunset over the water than from the water itself. And, while larger sunset cruises can get overcrowded, numbers are restricted to 24 so you have a spot at the rail when it’s time to capture photos of the setting sun.

Paddle a kayak through mangrove creeks and shallow water on a Key West kayaking tour that offers an up-close look that this unique coastal environment. This guided tour is the perfect way to spot Florida wildlife in a natural habitat.

Get ready for fun in the sun—and leave all the planning to someone else—on this half-day sailing, kayaking, and snorkeling adventure off the coast of Key West. Kayak through a maze of mangrove-canopied canals and streams, home to a tropical array of birds, rays, sharks, sport fish and more. Then jump into the water for a snorkeling session above a coral reef teeming with marine life. Snacks, beer, wine, and soft drinks are included.

Go parasailing above the emerald waters of Key West for a thrilling 1-hour tour that provides sweeping views of Florida’s southernmost city and its surroundings. Head out in a 12-passenger state-of-the-art parasailing boat out to the ocean, then your guide secures you into a double or triple-person parasailing device for a ride that gently lifts off and glides above the water, all without getting wet.

Key West’s Most Secluded Kayak & Sandbar Adventure Escape the crowds and explore Key West’s most secluded kayak tour in the Florida Marine Sanctuary. Unlike roadside rentals, this tour transports you by boat to the untouched Mud Keys, a hidden paradise of mangrove tunnels, crystal-clear waters, and diverse marine life. What to Expect: Boat Ride to a Remote Kayaking Spot – No roads, no noise, just backcountry beauty Guided Kayak Tour – Paddle through winding mangroves and spot stingrays, tropical fish, and sea turtles Wildlife Sightings – Keep an eye out for dolphins, sharks, and exotic birds ️ Sandbar Stop – Relax in pristine waters after kayaking Drinks & Lunch Included – Enjoy unlimited drinks and a delicious meal Why This Tour is Unique: Exclusive Location – No other company goes here No Crowds, No Roads – A peaceful, off-the-grid experience Perfect for All Skill Levels – Easy and enjoyable for everyone

Go sightseeing along the Overseas Highway without having to sort out your own transportation on this day tour from Key West, which includes pickup from your hotel. Discover the wonders of the Florida Keys including the Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters, Bahia Honda State Park, National Key Deer Refuge, and Seven Mile Bridge.

Explore an island paradise 70 miles west of Key West. Visit Fort Jefferson, a massive 19th-century coastal fort, and walk its brick walls while hearing stories about soldiers, prisoners, and shipwrecks. The tour even works on the ferry to this remote national park. Snorkel in clear blue water filled with coral, tropical fish, and sea turtles. Relax on sandy beaches and look for seabirds that nest only here. Stroll through the fort’s archways, climb to the top for ocean views, and learn how the fort defended the Gulf of Mexico. You choose what to do first—swim, explore the fort, or enjoy the beach. The tour works without internet, gives GPS directions for walking the site, and offers local tips you can keep forever. Download the tour, take the ferry or seaplane, and explore this unique national park at your own pace—where history, nature, and crystal-clear waters meet. *Download the Shaka Guide app to access the purchased tours*

Your tour/shuttle can go anywhere between For Lauderdale Florida and Key West! As you check out you'll have the chance to let us know where you're hoping to travel to. We'll come and pick you up and drop you off wherever is convenient for you. Reach out to us if you want us to supply a cooler with any beverages on your tour. Must have at least one adult in your party. The van holds a Maximum of 14 passenger.( Price includes up to 14 Passengers)

Combining the fun of a tiki bar with the serenity of being out alone at sea, this private tiki boat experience gives you the best of both. Reserved exclusively for your group, your captain will take you around Key West waters. Bring your own snacks and drinks to party under the covered bar or relax on the floating mat with a cocktail in hand.