MIAMI/FLL TO KEY WEST PRIVATE DAY TOUR
ROADTRIP DOWN THE KEYS!
Overview
Set off on a private road trip from Miami or Fort Lauderdale to Key West with a friendly, knowledgeable guide who customizes the journey to your interests. Along the way, you’ll discover the history, culture, and ecology of the Florida Keys while taking in breathtaking ocean views and classic Overseas Highway scenery.
You’ll also stop at hidden local gems between the well‑known highlights—quiet overlooks, small beaches, and off‑the‑radar spots most visitors never find. Ask questions, share your own stories, and help spot wildlife throughout the drive. For a 12‑hour day trip, the following tour experience is designed to showcase both iconic sights and unforgettable, lesser‑known stops.
Duration
12 hours includes 4-5 hours free time in Key West
Available Add-ons For Our Guests:
Subject to Availability
- Hemingway Rum Company Distillery Tour ($25 Per Person)
- Champagne Sunset Sail on a historic schooner ($99 per person)
- Little White House Tours ($22 per person)
Additional Company Information
Up The Keys Tours are the only land-based tours in the Florida Keys operating from Key West and we strive to provide the best possible tour experiences. Ride comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle along the Overseas Highway. Drivers are also professional tour guides, equipped with microphones, who share fun and interesting information about the Florida Keys and the islands we traverse. It's more like a road trip with friends than a tour - ask questions, point out wildlife, and have fun with your friends. You'll love this Key Largo day tour so much, you'll book it again next year!
We sanitize our tour vehicles before each tour in accordance with CDC recommendations. For more information, please see our Health & Safety Policy.
FROM
$879
Up to 6 people
($49/each additional person)
Embark on a captivating 12-hour round-trip adventure from Miami or Fort Lauderdale to Key West. Your friendly, knowledgeable guide will bring the Florida Keys to life with stories of its rich history, vibrant culture, and unique ecology as you soak in the breathtaking coastal scenery.
The journey begins with a stop in Islamorada at Robbie’s Tarpon Feeding, where you can get up close to these impressive fish—a true Florida Keys tradition. From there, we continue south to Bahia Honda State Park, famous for its beautiful beaches and crystal-clear waters, perfect for a short walk or stunning photos.
Next, we cross the iconic Seven Mile Bridge, surrounded by panoramic ocean views in every direction. In Marathon, we pause for lunch at a local eatery before heading to No Name Key for a quick visit to the quirky No Name Pub, where you may even spot the endangered, pint‑sized Key Deer, found only in the Florida Keys.
Upon arrival in Key West, you’ll enjoy approximately 4–5 hours of free time to explore at your own pace. Popular stops include: Mile Marker Zero for a photo at the end of US Route 1, Mallory Square for a stroll among performers and local artisans, and Sloppy Joe’s Bar for a refreshing drink and a taste of island history.
After your Key West adventure, relax on the ride back toward the Upper Keys, taking in the sunset sky and replaying the day’s highlights. Ready to keep the island spirit going? Book your next Florida Keys experience with us and discover even more unforgettable stops.
Tour Details
- We drive you from island-to-island on the iconic Overseas Highway, from Marathon to Key West and back.
- Sit back & enjoy the scenery as we drive down to Key West
- Choose to sightsee, enjoy a happy hour, eat a nice dinner, check out Mallory Square at sunset, take a sunset sail, and more!
What's Included
- Local driver/guide
- Scenic views
- Key West recommendations
- FREE pick-up at your requested location!
Recommended Stops During your Free Time
- Ernest Hemingway’s House and Museum
- Sloppy Joe’s Bar - A Key West Tradition!
- Mile Marker Zero
- Sunset Celebration at Mallory Square
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