Islamorada Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Islamorada featuring a beach and tropical scenes
Islamorada which includes a beach
Islamorada
Islamorada
Islamorada
This idyllic island community is one of the most luxurious in the Florida Keys and is a great destination for scuba diving and game fishing.

The tropical Islamorada Keys are home to many luxurious resorts, so take your pick and spend your days lazing in the sun, diving through shipwrecks or cruising the Gulf of Mexico for the biggest fish in the sea. In addition to sailing, game fishing, sunning and diving, the community of cosmopolitan residents love their art and gourmet food.

Begin your time on the Islamorada Keys with a stroll down U.S. Route 1, the highway connecting the Keys. Visit boutique retail outlets, galleries and the 1935 Hurricane Memorial.

Islamorada’s sub-tropical climate means that both the air and the water remain warm year-round, making it the ideal breeding and feeding ground for countless species of fish. Whether you want to spend the day on board a luxury charter boat or prefer bobbing on the gentle seas in a small motorboat, the marina of Founders Park is the place to start.

Islamorada offers scuba diving classes for beginners. Afterward, visit the History of Diving Museum to learn all about this adventurous hobby. Organize a scuba diving or snorkeling trip to some of Florida’s most lauded dive sites to see the fish in their natural habitat. Popular spots include the Eagle, a shipwreck just off the coast and the Conch Wall, a gently sloping rock shelf. If you’d rather stay dry, visit the Theater of the Sea to watch dolphins perform at the aquarium.

Pick up tackle and rent rods from one of the angling specialists in town. Islamorada has developed a reputation for being one of the best fishing destinations in North America. Game fish the size of outstretched arms are commonplace, so you won’t even have to exaggerate about your catch of the day.

Islamorada can be reached from downtown Miami in just 90 minutes by car or by boat from the neighboring Keys. Accommodations range from luxury resorts to cozy bungalows near Anne’s Beach, a scenic public stretch of coast.

Where to stay in Islamorada

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Matecumbe

If you're spending some time in Matecumbe, Bud n' Mary's Dive Center and Florida Keys Brewing Co. are top sights worth seeing.

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Venetian Shores

Though Venetian Shores may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Islamorada County Park and Founders Park.

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Lower Matecumbe Beach

While Lower Matecumbe Beach may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Anne's Beach and Sunset Drive Beach.

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Seabreeze Trailer Park

While there might not be top attractions in Seabreeze Trailer Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Founders Park and Islamorada County Park.

Seabreeze Trailer Park
Amara Cay Resort
Amara Cay Resort
4 out of 5
80001 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL
The price is NZ$993 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
NZ$993
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Islamorada. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and a private beach. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,201 reviews)
"Very small oceanfront, not access, hotel with a nice outside beach bar and pool with various beach seating spots. Small but cute for staying here for 1 night."

Reviewed on 18 Dec. 2024

Amara Cay Resort
Chesapeake Beach Resort
Chesapeake Beach Resort
2.5 out of 5
83409 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL
The price is NZ$578 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
NZ$578
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Islamorada. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a private beach, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,382 reviews)
"Loved it."

Reviewed on 16 Dec. 2024

Chesapeake Beach Resort
Cheeca Lodge & Spa
Cheeca Lodge & Spa
5 out of 5
81801 Overseas Highway, Mile Marker 82, Marker 82, Islamorada, FL
The price is NZ$706 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
NZ$706
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Islamorada. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent vacation resort"

Reviewed on 16 Dec. 2024

Cheeca Lodge & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Breezy Palms Resort
Breezy Palms Resort
2.5 out of 5
80015 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Islamorada. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (376 reviews)
"Beautiful"

Reviewed on 9 Dec. 2024

Breezy Palms Resort
The Islands of Islamorada
The Islands of Islamorada
4 out of 5
82779 Old Hwy, Islamorada, FL
Stay at this 4-star beach villa in Islamorada. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions History of Diving Museum and Islamorada ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
"We loved the entire experiences; especially the amenities on site (kayaks, paddle boards, swimming-pool & ocean, food & bar) and Emmanuel (person responsible kayaks and paddle boards)."

Reviewed on 27 Oct. 2024

The Islands of Islamorada
Beautiful Waterfront Villa 133 Anglers Reef with On-Site Boat Slip
Beautiful Waterfront Villa 133 Anglers Reef with On-Site Boat Slip
Islamorada
Stay at this vacation home in Islamorada. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park and Rain Barrel Village are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Great house. Priced well!
"We had a wonderful visit. We come every Thanksgiving. Anglers is wonderful place to stay."

Reviewed on 1 Dec. 2024

Beautiful Waterfront Villa 133 Anglers Reef with On-Site Boat Slip
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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