Drive the Overseas Highway with a private guide, stop to feed tarpon, stroll the Old Seven Mile Bridge, and spend an evening in Key West. This full-day tour compresses the Keys’ ecology, history, and nightlife into one curated road trip.
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You leave the mainland with the Atlantic at your right and the Gulf at your left, the highway threading across low, blue water as palms lean like curious spectators.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
12–13 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires sitting for long periods and short walks on uneven surfaces during stops
Wildlife
History
The Overseas Highway was built in the 1920s–30s largely on the route of Henry Flagler’s Overseas Railroad, reshaping access to the Keys and creating today’s driveable chain of islands.
Conservation
Many stops lie near protected habitats like the National Key Deer Refuge; stick to boardwalks, avoid feeding native wildlife, and use reef-safe sunscreen to reduce impacts.
Reserve your spot on the Private Full-Day Tour of Florida Keys from Miami/FLL to Key West today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Start early
Morning departures avoid midday traffic and give you more daylight in Key West for sightseeing or sunset.
Pack motion-sickness remedies
Overseas Highway’s low, constant curves and open water can unsettle sensitive travelers; bring tablets or acupressure bands.
Bring reusable water and sunscreen
The sun is strong on the bridges and docks; refill stations and bottled water are provided but a refillable bottle reduces waste.
Carry small cash for roadside stops
Many local vendors and dockside attractions accept cash or small purchases for snacks, tarpon feed, and souvenirs.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated is crucial in sun and salt air; many stops allow refilling.
Sunscreen & hat
Protects skin during bridge walks, boat decks, and exposed sidewalks.
summer
Motion-sickness medication or bands
Helps prevent nausea on long, low-curvature drives across the Keys.
Comfortable walking shoes
Useful for short boardwalks, the Old Seven Mile Bridge, and exploring Key West’s streets.