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T REX · Dec 11, 2018

Ha. I'll pass on the cookies. They used to have a family friendly show, not sure if they still do.

El Siboney's has phenomenal cuban food.

Gator by the Sea · Dec 11, 2018

I love the Keys! Been going at least once a year for many years now. The last several trips my wife and I have taken the kids (now 10 and 8). The only part of the Keys that I'm honestly not that familiar with is Key West. Been several years since we've been there. But for family activities the best places are around Marathon and Islamorada. If you've decided on Key West, then I'm afraid I can't be much help. But if you want any advice on things to do and see and places to eat in the middle and upper Keys, let me know.

bradgator2 · Dec 11, 2018

Gator by the Sea said:
I love the Keys! Been going at least once a year for many years now. The last several trips my wife and I have taken the kids (now 10 and 8). The only part of the Keys that I'm honestly not that familiar with is Key West. Been several years since we've been there. But for family activities the best places are around Marathon and Islamorada. If you've decided on Key West, then I'm afraid I can't be much help. But if you want any advice on things to do and see and places to eat in the middle and upper Keys, let me know.

Pretty certain I have decided to stay on Marathon. Make a day trip to key west mainly to catch the ferry to Dry Tortugas. Definitely want to spend an afternoon on Bahia Honda State Park. My kids are 10 and 12. So yeah, what do you recommend in those central keys?

crosscreekcooter · Dec 11, 2018

NVGator said:
I say tuck it and roll with it.

Whats there to tuck

Gator by the Sea · Dec 11, 2018

In Marathon there’s the small, but good Aquarium Encounters. For a nice, fun beach there’s Sombrero Beach. In Islamorada go to Robbie’s Pier to feed the tarpon, check out local artists, and charter an eco tour with Sam (Keyz Charters). On our last excursion with her we saw sharks, rays, and crocodiles up close in the wild. You can probably skip Theater of the Seas—it’s pricey, cheesy, and your kids are probably too old anyway. If you’re going to snorkel, it’s definitely worth the drive to Key Largo to go to Pennekamp.

As for restaurants, there are too many good ones to hit in one short trip, but a couple I highly recommend in Marathon are Island Fish Company and Keys Fisheries. In Islamorada, go to Lazy Days, Shrimp Shack, and Marker 88 for dinner and Bobs Bunz and Mangrove Mike’s for breakfast. A great place for lunch on your way out of the Keys is Sundowners in Key Largo.

Hopefully you and your family will love the Keys like we do.

MADGator · Dec 13, 2018

Tay Bang said:
Blue Heaven for breakfast is a must.

http://www.blueheavenkw.com/menus

By far my pretty much favorite restaraunt. Ever. Funky, eclectic, amazing food, cats and chickens galore.

MADGator · Dec 13, 2018

On your way down stop at Wahoo’s in Islamorada for lunch. Food is decent but it’s the first really good view you get of the water and it’s awesome. If you’re there on the weekend you’ll see the sandbar going strong which is pretty cool.

AugustaGator · Dec 13, 2018

MADGator said:
By far my pretty much favorite restaraunt. Ever. Funky, eclectic, amazing food, cats and chickens galore.

Has the best orange hat with blue rooster. I get a new one every year.

AugustaGator · Dec 13, 2018

MADGator said:
On your way down stop at Wahoo’s in Islamorada for lunch. Food is decent but it’s the first really good view you get of the water and it’s awesome. If you’re there on the weekend you’ll see the sandbar going strong which is pretty cool.

I like Robbies and the mexican/cuban place as the Caloosa Cove marina.

MADGator · Dec 14, 2018

Robbies is cool feeding the tarpon. My youngest was 5 and was “bit” by a pelican that was going after his fish. Actually kind of funny. So, yeah, beware the pelicans.

NOLAGATOR · Dec 14, 2018

I was disappointed the last time I went.

I'd go to the Bahamas instead.

Best place in FL for beaches IMO is Destin.

AugustaGator · Dec 14, 2018

NOLAGATOR said:
I was disappointed the last time I went.

I'd go to the Bahamas instead.

Best place in FL for beaches IMO is Destin.

Yes but if you have a boat, and like to fish, the keys are nice

Tay Bang · Dec 14, 2018

NOLAGATOR said:
Best place in FL for beaches IMO is Destin.

No doubt Nola. I will retire to the Destin area. But the Keys are a great place to visit with an unmatchable vibe.

NOLAGATOR · Dec 14, 2018

AugustaGator said:
Yes but if you have a boat, and like to fish, the keys are nice

Brother:

If you like to fish S. LA is killer.

Not as pretty as FL but nothing close in the US except AL.

NOLAGATOR · Dec 14, 2018

Tay Bang said:
No doubt Nola. I will retire to the Destin area. But the Keys are a great place to visit with an unmatchable vibe.

My Dad was stationed there during WWII

I remember the 70s.

Not the same and so far down there especially in traffic.

I'll take Charleston for the ambiance. And the Culinary Experience should also meet your expectations...I think you would like it.

Okeechobee Joe · Dec 15, 2018

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Always wanted to see Fort Jefferson on Dry Tortugas.

bradgator2 · Dec 16, 2018

Okeechobee Joe said:
Always wanted to see Fort Jefferson on Dry Tortugas.

Honestly, the only reason for the trip is for me to see this. That day is already booked.

NOLAGATOR · Dec 16, 2018

bradgator2 said:
Honestly, the only reason for the trip is for me to see this. That day is already booked.

Awesome diving.

Durty South Swamp · Dec 16, 2018

Stop at Robbie's on islamorada and let the kids feed the tarpon.

And once you get to KW, watch out for your cornhole... or as someone else suggested, throw on a banana hammock and enjoy free drinks for the duration.

bradgator2 · Dec 17, 2018

Gator by the Sea said:
In Marathon there’s the small, but good Aquarium Encounters. For a nice, fun beach there’s Sombrero Beach. In Islamorada go to Robbie’s Pier to feed the tarpon, check out local artists, and charter an eco tour with Sam (Keyz Charters). On our last excursion with her we saw sharks, rays, and crocodiles up close in the wild. You can probably skip Theater of the Seas—it’s pricey, cheesy, and your kids are probably too old anyway. If you’re going to snorkel, it’s definitely worth the drive to Key Largo to go to Pennekamp.

As for restaurants, there are too many good ones to hit in one short trip, but a couple I highly recommend in Marathon are Island Fish Company and Keys Fisheries. In Islamorada, go to Lazy Days, Shrimp Shack, and Marker 88 for dinner and Bobs Bunz and Mangrove Mike’s for breakfast. A great place for lunch on your way out of the Keys is Sundowners in Key Largo.

Hopefully you and your family will love the Keys like we do.

Three hours with Capt Sam reserved. She asked who gave the recommendation. I said, "Hell if I know... some random dude on the internet." :lol:

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