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Overview
Cool Destinations presents a scenic Miami to Key West 1-Day Tour that includes round-trip transportation by luxury motor coach along the Overseas Highway to Key West.
Highlights
- Ride the Overseas Highway to Key West round-trip from Miami
- Enjoy a narrated tour along the beautiful Florida Keys
- Spend approximately 6 hours in tropical Key West
- Relax aboard a safe, luxurious touring coach
- Get a free pickup from most hotels in Miami Beach & Downtown Miami
Description
The Cool Destinations Miami to Key West 1-Day Tour takes you down the amazingly scenic Overseas Highway for an afternoon of sun and fun in Key West, America’s only Caribbean Island paradise. Board a luxurious modern touring coach at a convenient downtown departure point or get a free pickup from most Downtown Miami and Miami Beach hotels. You will take off for a day of adventure along the full length of the beautiful Florida Keys. You can relax in air-conditioned comfort and enjoy a narrated tour of the Keys then arrive in Key West rested and ready to shop, play, and tour the island.
Every Miami visitor should experience the wonders of the Overseas Highway, once the route of Henry Flagler’s Florida Overseas Railroad, an early 20th-century tourist train connection to Key West. A 4-hour ride takes you along the Keys on this incredible highway that crosses 43 bridges to connect 31 islands on the way to Key West. You will cruise above open blue waters on the world-famous Seven Mile Bridge, an engineering marvel that has been featured in many movies including the Fast and Furious series. Expansive Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico views on both sides of the road, interesting small island communities, busy road-side marinas and fishing camps, and lush tropical foliage all around make an Overseas Highway tour one of the top American road trips.
You will arrive in the exciting island city of Key West just in time for lunch. Fine dining restaurants, casual outdoor cafes and food trucks, unique shops, boutiques, and galleries, and of course legendary Key West watering holes like Sloppy Joe’s and Captain Tony’s Saloon line the bustling streets. You can soak in the lively atmosphere, visit historic highlight attractions including the Southernmost Point, the Ernest Hemingway House and Museum, the Harry Truman Little White House, or Mel Fisher’s Treasure Museum. Be sure to save some time to relax on one the city’s public beaches or with a cold drink on a patio overlooking Mallory Square and Key West Harbor.
Visitors who love the water and want to spend an active afternoon can upgrade their Key West 1-Day Tour to include a snorkeling adventure, a parasailing flight, or a glass-bottom boat cruise. Bring your swimming suit and sunscreen! A Key West Trolley Tour option makes it easy to get around the island to see and do more during your time in Key West. You can pack a lot into one afternoon in Key West because this little island city is legendary for offering great play and party times.
Enjoy your time in Key West to the fullest knowing that you have a safe, relaxing ride back to Miami at the end of the day. With an experienced professional driver at the wheel, you can watch the sea reflect the evening light, sort through your photos from the day, or nap and get ready for a bit of Miami nightlife. This Cool Destinations Key West 1-Day Tour is the easy way to explore the Florida Keys and Key West, and reserving your spot is simple with our 100% secure online booking system and friendly customer service. Plan your Miami to Key West day trip now!
Schedule
- Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
- Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
- Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including address, Google map, and parking information - will be included in your final confirmation email.
- Duration: 6 Hours in Key West
- Check-in time: Must be there by 7:15 am to check-in, boarding time will be at 7:40 am.
What's Included
- Round trip transportation from Miami
- 6 hours in Key West
- Narrated tour of the Florida Keys
- Pick Up and Drop Off at most Miami hotels
What To Bring
- Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
- Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
- A Smile!
Hotel Pickup
Hotel pick-up is offered for this tour. Note: if you are booking within 24 hours of the tour/activity departure time, we cannot guarantee hotel pick-up. Once your purchase is complete, we will send you complete contact information (phone number, email address, etc.) for our local operator to organize pick-up arrangements.
Additional Info
Likely To Sell Out
Spaces are extremely limited this time of year so book early to ensure the date you want.
Voucher Confirmation Info
This tour accepts both printed and electronic vouchers (e-vouchers). You can either print the voucher and present a paper copy on the day of travel. Or, if you travel with a mobile device, simply show your Photo ID and present your voucher on your Smartphone or tablet on the day of travel.
Local Operator Information
Complete operator information, including local telephone number, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given to customers' questions.
Will you take me back to my hotel after the tour?
Yes, after the tour, we will return you back to the hotel that we picked you up from. Cool Destinations offers complimentary drop-off service to all hotels in Miami Beach and Downtown Miami.
Will you pick me up from my hotel?
Yes. Free pick-up is available from all hotels in South Beach, Miami Beach, and Downtown Miami.
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Miami to Key West Day Trip will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Where can I park my car?
If required, parking instructions for the Miami to Key West Day Trip will be included in your confirmation email.
What is the weather cancellation policy?
If the Miami to Key West Day Trip must be canceled due to bad weather, and you cannot go on another day or time, you will be issued a refund by Cool Destinations.
What is there to see in Key West?

You’ll have approximately 6 hours to explore Key West. Famous for its history, this tropical island is home to famous landmarks such as the Southernmost Point in the United States, Mel Fisher’s Treasure Hunting Museum, Ernest Hemingway’s House with the 6-toed cats, Fort Zachary Taylor, and a spooky above ground cemetery just to name a few. There’s also fun water activities, like snorkeling, a glass bottom boat ride, jet ski tours, and parasailing.
What happens if only my activity in Key West is cancelled?
On occasion, the activities in Key West will be canceled for bad weather. In those cases, you will be given a refund for the canceled part of your trip. Those refunds are as follows:
- If Glass Bottom Boat Cruise is canceled due to weather you will be issued a $29 refund.
- If Snorkeling Trip is canceled due to weather you will be issued a $29 refund.
- If Parasailing is canceled due to weather you will be issued a $39 refund.
- If Trolley is canceled due to weather you will be issued a $25 refund.
What are some good items to bring on the drive to Key West?
Here are some good things to bring to keep you comfortable on the trip: a smartphone, tablet computer, MP3 player, books, magazines, camera, snacks, sleeping shades, and a travel pillow.
How much free time do we have in Key West?
You’ll have approximately 6 hours to explore Key West at your leisure.
How long does it take to drive to Key West?
The road trip takes about 4 hours. Driving the Overseas Highway is a one-of-a-kind experience. You will see some of the most spectacular scenery in the State. You will literally be driving right over the ocean and across a thin chain of islands and bridges, including the famous 7-Mile Bridge. These bridges connect 34 islands that make up the Florida Keys.
How do people dress in Key West?
Key West is super casual. A sundress for ladies and khaki shorts for the gets is as dressed up as anyone usually gets.
Do we stop on the way to Key West?
It depends. If passengers wish to take a break, we will stop at the McDonalds in Tavernier at approximately 9:00 AM. There is also a convince store and a grocery store in the same vicinity.
Can I bring luggage on the bus?
Yes, you may bring one piece of luggage and one carry on bag, per person.
Are there beaches in Key West?
There are several beaches in Key West, with the most popular being located at Fort Zachary Taylor State Park. Key West is a great watersports destination, so bring a bathing suit and sunscreen, if you plan to get wet.
Reviews
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.