Attractions
B & B Theatres
Local movie theater in Tavernier at the Tavernier Towne Shopping Center next to Mariners Hospital. B&B Theatres is new as of winter 2009 – With all new management and ownership! Come check out the latest greatest movies and the fantastic new popcorn! See YOU at the movies!
Bottoms Up Snorkeling
Bottoms Up Snorkeling visits Hens and Chickens and Cheeca Rocks, both very beautiful reefs. The trips are 2 hours in duration. The boat departs daily at 9:00,11:30, 2:00 and 4:30. During the summer only, they offer a 6:30pm sunset cruise. The sunset cruise is a relaxing 2 hour trip that includes champagne. They depart the dock listening to cool music and you can enjoy the scenery as you journey to the bayside. Bring your cameras to capture a glorious Florida Keys sunset! They also offer a sandbar cruise with complimentary rum punch and food. Docked at Postcard Inn Beach Resort & Marina.
Casa Mar Village
Unique waterfront shopping, fresh local fish market, café with fresh pressed juices, and paddle boarding/outdoor adventures all in one spot!
Crane Point Museum & Nature Center
The Museum of Natural History provides visitors with interesting and educational interpretative displays of local wildlife, marine life, dioramas and dramatic exhibits featuring artifacts and objects of cultural interest. Crane Point’s Nature Trails allow visitors to explore numerous trails, some quite rugged, throughout the 63-acre property. We want you to experience the natural Florida Keys hardwood hammock. Learn to identify the hammock trees, native flowers and plants, insects and golden orb and crab spiders. Don’t miss the Adderley House, the oldest house in Monroe County outside Key West built in 1903 by George and Olivia Adderley. Appreciate the Crane House near the Point, built in 1953 by Francis and Mary Crane, for whom Crane Point is named. And let the view from The Point take your breath away as you gaze over the Florida Bay. The complete trail is 1.5 miles not including all the interesting side trips on the more challenging trails. Please ask about the trolley tours, included in the admission price, for those who may not be able or willing to take the walk. Our trolley drivers offer a wealth of information; they are friendly and ready to answer questions and make the ride fun. All trolley drivers are volunteers and do this because they love Crane Point and enjoy meeting and talking with people from all over the world. Be sure to walk through the Marathon Wild Bird Center and see Florida Keys and migrating wild birds at this rescue center. Sick and injured birds are brought here to be rescued, rehabilitated and released whenever possible.
Dolphin Research Center
Education and research facility where you can see and interact with dolphins and sea lions, chat with trainers, watch theater presentations and splash in the family sprayground.
Dolphins Plus – Oceanside and Bayside
Marine mammal research, education and public swim facilities located in Key Largo, Florida. Active members of the research community through the submission of peer-reviewed publications, participation at national and international scientific conferences, and the support of undergraduate and graduate research projects and scientific training. Additionally, the facility has extensive education programs designed to promote a greater understanding of marine science, marine mammal and ecosystem conservation, and environmental stewardship. Committed to community outreach, hosting many local school groups and catering our programs to meet their needs. Dolphins Plus also provides direct support to the local not-for-profit stranding organization, Dolphins Plus Marine Mammal Responder (MMR). Committed to educating the public via experiential learning, while providing an unforgettable marine mammal encounter for families on vacation.
Everglades Alligator Farm
Tourist attraction with guided airboat tours and over 2000 alligators. Daily alligator and snake shows.
Florida Keys Brewing Company
Micro Brewery with tasting room! Tour the brewery and then sample the beer.
Florida Keys Celtic Festival
The Florida Keys Celtic Festival (FKCF) is an annual celebration of Celtic music, food and heritage. Entering its fourth year, FKCF attracts thousands of visitors to the three-day cultural event at the City Park in Marathon, Florida; where internationally famous bands, highland games, sheepherding dogs, and Celtic vendors regale the crowds.
Florida Keys Community Concert Band
Concert band. New members welcome. Performs “Pops in the Park” at the Founder’s Park in Islamorada Saturdays at 4PM.
Florida Keys Food Tours
Walking food and history tours, progressive limo meals, pub crawls, destination picnics.
Florida Keys Jetpacks
Try the most exciting watersports activity in the Keys. Learn to fly a water powered jetpack! No experience necessary. Located at Postcard Inn on the beach.
Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center, Inc.
A Wild Bird Rescue and Rehabilitation Center and a Sanctuary/Visitor Center. The Sanctuary / Visitor Center location is 93600 Overseas Highway (Bayside). The Hospital location (for dropping off injured birds) is 93997 Overseas Hwy, (Oceanside). Please visit us 7 days a week, sunrise to sunset, and walk through the Laura Quinn Wild Bird Sanctuary to the open water of Florida Bay where you’ll see many of our permanent residents along with free-flying birds of many species. The FKWBC is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) wild bird rescue, rehabilitation and educational facility that relies entirely on the generosity of both public and private donations. Volunteerism and donations gratefully accepted.
Founders Park
Public park for locals and visitors. Free park entry for locals. Park entry fee for tourists is $8.00 per adult and $5.00 for youth (3-17) & Seniors (65+) $5.00 or show Islamorada hotel/resort guest pass for free park admission. Park features heated olympic swimming pool, public beach, tennis, marina, fitness and walking trails, dog park, basketball court, soccer and multi-use fields, baseball and softball fields, and an amphitheater. There are additional fees for pool. Call for schedule of events.
Gallery of the Arts
Fine art gallery specializing in ceramics, porcelain, jewelry, acrylic painting & piano lessons for the young beginner.
Historic Upper Keys Walking Tours
Walk with local historian and author, Brad Bertelli, as he tours two historic Upper Keys locales – Leisurely paced walking tours.
History of Diving Museum
Open daily from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Adults $12.00, children 5-12 $6.00 (children under 5 free). The History of Diving Museum is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) educational institution focused on the Story of Man’s Quest to Explore Under the Sea. The museum offers over 3,000 square feet of exhibits featuring historic and rare diving artifacts including hands-on exhibits, videos, and fun photo opportunities. Immerse yourself in the history of diving! Don’t forget to visit the museum store for great diving-related gifts!
Islamorada Boat Tours
We offer a 2 hour Snorkel trip to Cheeca Rocks, Hens and Chickens, and the beautiful clear turquoise water that surrounds Islamorada. We end our day with our Sunset Cruise where passengers will enjoy a 1.5 hour calm water boat ride in the Florida Bay (the side of the Keys that the sun actually sets on)!! On all of our cruises, guests are invited to bring along food and beverage (alcohol incl.) of choice (no glass). Try not to wait until the last day of your vacation, in case of bad weather. We are docked at Cheeca Lodge & Spa.
Islamorada Half Marathon & 10K
Islamorada’s premier running race. Early December every year!
Islamorada Tennis Club
If you love tennis you will experience it as nowhere else at the Islamorada Tennis Club. Clay courts and Har-Tru hard courts nestled in a tropical preserve, resident members as well as visitors the world over enjoy not just the warmth of the sun but also hospitality. The only clay court club in the Upper Keys available for play on a daily, weekly, monthly or seasonal basis. Players from Islamorada and surrounding Keys communities as well as visitors vacationing on our beautiful shores can feel welcome, no matter what their experience or skill level.
Island Flash Bead Designs
Bead store where you can purchase beads, bead supplies, tools and original beaded jewelry. Beading lessons are available.
Keys History & Discovery Center
The Discovery Center is developing exhibits incorporating a combination of static displays and interactive media, delving into first Florida Keys inhabitants; shipwrecks and salvage; Keys pioneering families; sportfishing legends and Henry Flagler's Florida Keys Over-Sea Railroad. In addition, traveling exhibits are already being presented that reflect upon nature, art or history of the Keys. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays. Admission: $12 per adult, $10 for seniors. Children age 13 and under admitted free. The Discovery Center is located at the Islander Resort, a Guy Harvey Outpost.
Long Key State Park
Oceanside park includes popular campground.
Marketplace on 90
Farmers market happening every Friday in Islamorada from 12 noon until 6pm at mile marker 90 on the oceanside near Old Tavernier Restaurant. This weekly green market offers over 40 vendors of local produce, artisan crafts, handmade goods, prepared foods and much more.
Matecumbe Historical Trust
Civic organization dedicated to preserving our culture and history — See the Heritage Trail. The members made it possible.
Morada Way Arts & Cultural District
A not-for-profit organization that sponsors the Morada Way Arts and Cultural District’s Third Thursday Walkabout, which is held every month on the third Thursday in Islamorada. Locals and tourists alike benefit from the monthly Third Thursday Walkabouts, as they promote business and add culture and entertainment to the area. It is a fun three hours from 6-9pm. Enjoy sunset – a wonderful monthly arts and cultural celebration in the Heart of Islamorada. Artists, sculptors, jewelers, photographers, and an ever-growing field of stimulating art and artists are available to the participants. Events will include artist receptions, music and other activities. Gallery Morada, Pasta Pantaleo Signature Gallery, Redbone Gallery, Matecumbe Studio Gallery, and Blue Water Potter are the hosts of the Third Thursday Walkabout. It is the place to be on Thursday nights in Islamorada. Morada Way Arts and Culture District also has a large juried art show in January each year.
Mrs. G’s Gourmet Ice Cream
Ice cream! Mrs. G’s has the best ice-cream – located right in the heart of Islamorada at mile marker 82.2 on the Oceanside. Mrs. G’s also has homemade key lime pie, cookie, brownies, Cuban coffee and espresso.
Old Conch Harbor
Waterfront caribbean market with coffee bar, jet ski rentals, unique gifts and everything from patio furniture to Mexican pottery, and a natural sponge market (featuring Spongeman) live lobster, clothing and handmade lobster trap frames made from reclaimed lobster trap wood, custom framing, canvas prints, photography and ceramic tiles; Old Conch Harbor is also home to a 22 Slip Marina and the famous Old Tavernier Restaurant.
Old Town Trolley Tours of Key West
A 90 minute, fully narrated, sight seeing tours operation out of Key West with twelve stops for on/off re-boarding. 100% money back guarantee!
Pasta Pantaleo Signature Gallery
Featuring beautiful art by Pasta Pantaleo; originals and limited editions. Visit Pasta’s gallery in the original Red Cross house built in 1937 in the heart of Islamorada. Pasta’s sportfish paintings are alive with color and movement, a must see!
Rain Barrel
Home of Betsy the Giant Lobster – A great photo spot with cute shops, artist galleries, a cafe, and a hot dog stand.
Robbie’s Marina
Full service marina with boat, kayak rentals and charters as well as the Famous FEED THE TARPON area for the family. Captain Michael (party boat), The DirtyBoat, Captain Joe Saba (offshore), Captains Mike Patterson and Ron Howell (backcountry) and Robbie’s is famous for its reef snorkel trips aboard the Happy Cat a beautiful new 43′ catamaran! They have two trips daily and one sunset trip on the Happy Cat.
Roberto-Russell Galleries
Roberto-Russell Galleries featuring Roberto Pasta Pantaleo original art along with Ruth Gilmore Langs and bronze sculptor, Geoffrey Smith, of Stuart, Florida. Newly renovated gallery located within Ocean Sotheby’s Realty in Islamorada, Florida.
South Florida Helicopter Charter & Tours
Helicopter and air charter tours aboard 9 passenger luxury helicopter. Available for custom tours and transportation from the airport to the destination of your choosing.
The Key Players
A premier theater group presenting live theater entertainment in the Upper Keys. Our staff, crew, and cast members are professionals in the community. We welcome volunteers!
Theater of the Sea
Marine park, eco tours, and swim with dolphins plus other programs in beautifully landscaped setting. Reservations required for swims. Stop in and visit our amazing Gift Shop!
Treasure Harbor Marine
Sail away on their 23 to 41 foot sailboats. You can go bare boat or with a skipper. Transient and long term marina slips are available.
Yankee Freedom II Dry Tortugas National Park Ferry
Luxury ferry service to Dry Tortugas and Fort Jefferson. Trip includes breakfast, lunch, snorkeling gear and a guided tour of Fort Jefferson.