Key West attractions run the gamut from historical to cultural, from daytime to late night. However, it's the Key West attractions in the crystal blue waters that make your island visit something you'll always remember. So grab your swimsuit and a towel and dive in to all that this water-locked locale has to offer!
Dolphin Encounters -- One Of The Most Fantastic Key West Attractions
One of the most social and fascinating creatures of the sea, dolphins abound here. There are several Key West attractions designed to bring you right to the dolphins' natural habitat where you can watch them frolic, feed, and socialize. The dolphins like to socialize with the area boats as well so you're likely to get an up-close look. Whether you choose a glass bottom boat that gives you a peek into the waters below or a more intimate catamaran tour (about 15 passengers), a day with the dolphins will surely be a highlight of your Key West trip. All you'll need is your swimsuit - but you'll want to bring your camera as well!
Snorkeling Key West
If a day watching the dolphins has you ready to jump into the waters yourself, snorkeling is another one of the great Key West attractions. Since much of the water around the islands is shallow, it makes an ideal snorkeling location. A Key West snorkeling trip is nothing short of spectacular! There are shallow shipwrecks, sponge gardens, and the largest draw, the largest living coral reef in the waters of the continental United States. There are many different charter boats that offer both half and full day snorkeling trips. Investigate your options and decide which of the trips best fits your schedule and interest. Most of the charters will provide all of the gear you'll need to explore this beautiful underwater world.
Dive Deep
If you long to see the deep waters, you may choose scuba diving Key West. Attractions for divers include the miles and miles of coral reef and shipwrecks. Because of the shallows and currents through The Keys, these waters have historically been difficult for sailing vessels to navigate and have claimed many ships. Those ships, still on the ocean floor are not only a piece of history, but also have created habitat for fantastic varieties of fish and ocean life.
The wrecks are at different depths so that there is something of interest no matter what your level of diving expertise. If you've never been scuba diving before, one of our Key West attractions also offers a resort course to teach you the basics in a timely manner and get you in the water ready to dive Key West.
So, while there's plenty to see on land when you come to The Keys, be sure and allow enough time for the water-based Key West attractions. For details, ask at one of our Key West hotels when you arrive, or better yet - browse www.BestOnKeyWest.com to get all of the details!
