Islamorada Florida /
Upper Matecumbe Key

Islamorada (pronounced I-lah-mor-AH-dah) is a fishing resort located on Upper Matecumbe Key. It was named the "purple isle" by the Spanish for its purplish appearence as seen from a distance.

Wreck of the Galleon Herrera
Underwater exploration site located about 2.5 miles from Whale Harbour Bridge.

Theater of the Sea
84721 Overseas Hwy (US-1), Islamorada, FL 33036; (305) 664-2431; Open: Daily 9:30AM-4PM;
Second oldest marine mammal facility in the world. Guests get a unique opportunity to observe and interact with sea lions and dolphins.

Treasure Village
Mile Marker 86.7 US-1; Islamorada, FL 33037; (800) 854-5298;
Treasure Village is a small shopping mall of 10 unique merchants in the shape of a fort. Located in Plantation Key, there is a giant lobster outside the building easily visible from the road.

Florida Sea Base Conference and Retreat Center - Boy Scouts
BSA FSB CRC, P.O. Box 1906, Islamorada, FL 33036; (305)664-4173; Base Website
Since its inception, the Florida Sea Base mission has been underwater exploration for Boy Scouts around the world. FSB CRC is located in Islamorada, Florida, famous as the sport fishing capital of the world and home to North America's only living coral reef. A tourist haven, you will never be bored in Islamorada, located near the middle of the Florida Keys. Within minutes of Sea Base are attractions like Johnny Morrison's World Wide Sportsman (where Ernest Hemmingway's fishing boat is on display), the Dolphin Research Center, Fossil Reef State Park, Theatre of the Sea's trained sea animals.

Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park
P.O. Box 1052, Islamorada, Florida 33036; (305) 664-2540; Park Website;
Park Open: Thur-Mon 8AM-5PM;
Located on Windley Key at Mile Marker 85.5 (US-1) near Islamorada.
In 1908, Henry Flagler started quarrying activities that would expose a lot of fossilized coral reef. You can actually walk along the quarried walls and view numerous specimens of fossilized Montastrea, Porites and Diploria, all remnants of an ancient inner-shelf reef margin. An extensive hammock trail system also provides opportunities to spot native and migrating birds.

Tour Key Largo
Vacation paradise and Dive Capital of the World. At 42 miles, Key Largo is the first and longest of the Florida Keys and it is linked to the mainland by the first of 42 bridges of the Overseas Highway, US-1. Where else can you participate in every water-sport imaginable, savor delectable seafood, or have a front row seat for spectacular sunsets? For vacationers who seek outdoor fun, we have it all - swimming, diving, snorkeling, fishing, boating and more. You can plan your stay with us anytime of the year and enjoy a subtropical climate with summertime temperatures year round.

Florida Keys Cheeca Lodge
Mile Marker 82 - Islamorada, Fl, Us 33036
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The Checca Lodge is a deluxe hotel located at mile marker 82 in Islamorada, just over an hours drive south of Miami. It is well known as one of the finest oceanfront resorts in the Florida Keys. The hotel features spacious, oceanfront rooms that are designed like a cozy beach house, with tropical art and colorful fabrics.

Islamorada Chesapeake Resort
83409 Overseas Hwy. - Islamorada, Fl, Us 33036
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The renowned Chesapeake Resort boasts an amazing oceanfront location on Islamorada in The Florida Keys, a region world famous for fishing, diving and snorkeling. The resorts comfortable guest rooms are located amid a sprawling landscape of gardens and oceanfront. Most rooms open to spectacular water views, with others framing the lush gardens.

Key Islamorada Days Inn & Suites
82749 Overseas Hwy. - Islamorada, Fl, Us 33036
A peaceful relaxing hotel with personal service, the 36-unit Islamorada-Days Inn offers large rooms and suites overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Amenities include kitchens, washer/dryers in suites, beach and water sports nearby, pool and small boat dock. This hotel is close to shopping, restaurants, Theater of the Sea, fishing, diving and snorkeling.

Holiday Isle Beach Resort & Marina
84001 Overseas Hwy. - Islamorada, Fl, Us 33036
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Come and have a true "worry-free" vacation in an island tropical setting and enjoy a true America's Caribbean life-style. Relax on our private beach on the Atlantic shore, dance in the sand, take advantage of many activties like fishing, boating, jet skis, diving and snorkelling the only living coral reef in North America, swim with the dolphines. Live entertainment will enhance your evenings while chatting with friendly locals at our many bars around the "Isle".

Key Islamorada Hampton Inn & Suites
80001 Overseas Hwy. - Islamorada, Fl, Us 33036
Located at Mile Marker 80 Oceanside in Islamorada
Local attractions include state historical tours, coral rock/house-boat tours, diving, water shows, local artisans, swimming, picnics, and bird-watching. Dine on-site at Outback Steakhouse or walk to some fabulous dining, locally at Lazy Days Oceanfront Grill, Papa Joe's, or Islamorada Fish Company. 79 standard rooms, including one- and two-bedroom suites, Outback Steakhouse and Billabongs Tiki Bar on site, an elevated sunning beach, playground, heated pool and hot tub. We also have an exrcise gym, on-site dive shop, boat rentals, boat ramp and dock space, ocean front suites, massage therapy, and daily dive and snorkel trips. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, high-speed wireless complimentary internet, and TV with cable. We also offer cribs, hair dryers, and refrigerators.

Islamorada Islander Resort
82101 Overseas Hwy. - Islamorada, Fl, Us 33036
Escape reality on our 1100 foot coral sand beach. Whether you choose to lounge oceanfront, in one of our two pools or at the Tiki bar you will find the Caribbean feel of a traditional beach resort and all of the offerings of a four star hotel. Enjoy high seas adventure in the Sportfishing Capital of the World, scuba dive on Americas only living coral reef, dine in our fabulous restaurants, visit our quaint shops and galleries. Islamorada is the convenient Caribbean Island and the Islander Resort gives you island charm with every modern convenience.

Islamorada Pines & Palms Resort
80401 Overseas Hwy. - Islamorada, Fl, Us 33036
Cottages, Suites and Duplexes in a Tropical Setting On the Atlantic Ocean Islamorada. Each One-Bedroom Unit Comes With a King or Queen Bed, a Fully Equipped Kitchen, Living Room With Sofa Bed and Patio or Balcony.

Lime Tree Bay Resort
868500 Overseas Hwy. - Islamorada, Fl, Us 33036
Hotel amenities include a white-sand sunning beach, swimming pool, heated Jacuzzi, tennis court, nearby boating/water sports activities and breathtaking sunsets where you can watch the sun melt into the Gulf of Mexico each evening. And each hotel room has access to comfortable hammocks, barbecue grills and secluded sitting areas that are nestled among more than 100 palm trees.

Key Largo Ramada Resort & Marina
99751 Overseas Highway - Key Largo, Fl, Us 33037
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Come stay in the heart of the first and most fabulous of the Florida Keys-Key Largo. Only a 45-minute drive from Miami The Ramada Key Largo Resort and Marina has all the fun and excitement of a Florida Keys vacation for the best value around! Stay in one of our 90 oversized rooms or dock your watercraft at our 75-slip deep-water marina. Immerse yourself in the beautiful tropical waters, thrilling sports fishing, and glorious sun that Key Largo is famous for!