The 10 Best Key West Day Trips from Miami

1.Key West Day Trip with Pickup at Selected Hotels

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,918 reviews · 14 hours · from $39Our pick

Travel from selected Miami Beach and Downtown Miami hotels to Key West by air-conditioned bus. Guides such as Tamara and Marbela have shared local tips en route, then you get six hours for Hemingway’s home, Duval Street, beaches, snorkeling, shopping, or a self-guided walk.

“Guide obsessed by tips and proposing des activities for "extras". island to make on easy hikig. Great experience for Hemingway house and Panam bar. As annoced very low temperature in the bus”

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2.Key West Day Tour by Motor Coach Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 2,483 reviews · from $62

Travel from Miami to Key West by motor coach with an English- and Spanish-speaking guide. Cross 43 bridges and 31 islands, then spend roughly six hours exploring on your own, with optional snorkeling, trolley, glass-bottom boat, or Conch Train tickets available for an extra cost.

“Very good, funny and interesting. Key West Is Amazing.”

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3.Key West Day Trip from Miami with Activities

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,296 reviews · 15 hours (approx.) · from $39

Travel by bus from Miami to Key West with hotel pickup, an English or Spanish-speaking guide, and about six hours on the island. Add a narrated Conch Train, trolley, snorkeling, glass-bottom boat, or parasailing. Guides such as David and Thamara have been praised for clear local commentary.

“Great Island to Explore. Only round transfers are included in the price of the trip. You need to make a day on the Island on your own.”

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4.Key West Dolphin Watch or Snorkel Boat with pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 399 reviews · from $63

Ride from Miami across the Overseas Highway and Seven Mile Bridge to Key West. Choose about five hours of free time, a 2.5-hour dolphin watch, a 3-hour snorkel trip, or a 90-minute glass-bottom boat ride. Captain Lisa and Fury Watersports may lead the water activities.

“Dolphin watch and snorkeling I highly recommend as an activity. It was worth the price!!! Beautiful memories”

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5.Key West Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 344 reviews · 15 hours · from $75

Travel from Miami to Key West by air-conditioned coach, enjoy about six hours to explore, and add snorkeling, parasailing, a glass-bottom boat, trolley, or Conch Train tour. Hotel pickup, a guide, and round-trip transport are included, while food and selected upgrades cost extra.

“Service was above and beyond expectations love all the communication My trip was excellent recommended to all my family and friends”

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6.Day Trip to Key West with optional Hotel pick up

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 242 reviews · 15 hours · from $35Best value

Take a guided bus trip from Miami to Key West, crossing 43 bridges and the Seven Mile Bridge. You get about six hours to explore Old Town, Duval Street, Mallory Square, the Southernmost Point, or book snorkeling, parasailing, kayaking, jet skiing, and dolphin watching. Optional hotel pickup may be available.

“Amazing trip thanks to all the staff for helping direct me to the correct location for the bus, Tommy was spectacular guided me through the process on purchasing this amazing bus tour. Highly recommended for anyone looking to do fun activities”

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7.Full-Day Key West Tour and Coral Reef Snorkeling with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 216 reviews · 15 hours (approx.) · from $99

Ride from Miami to Key West, explore independently, then board a catamaran for three hours of reef snorkeling, music, and drinks. Guides such as Lily, Marbelis, Tamara, and Pepe have earned praise for helpful service. Bring a swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and patience for the long bus ride.

“Waves we're choppy for snorkeling but the boat ride was perfect! The crew was very accommodating and encouraging”

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8.Day Trip to Key West by Shuttle Bus

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 211 reviews · from $39

Ride from downtown Miami to Key West in an air-conditioned double-decker bus, then enjoy six hours on your own. Visit the Southernmost Point, Hemingway’s former home, the seaport, gardens, or a beach. English and Spanish driver service is provided.

“Perfect a smooth running day with zero problems... makes for a relaxing enjoyable day”

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9.Key West Sail and Snorkel with Hotel Transportation from Miami

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 94 reviews · 15 hours (approx.) · from $119

Travel from Miami to Key West by bus, crossing 42 bridges and 32 islands. Enjoy six hours in town, then board a Fury catamaran for reef snorkeling with gear, instruction, and drinks afterward. Hotel pickup is offered, but expect a very long day and weather-dependent water time.

“Awful experience, I did not end up going as I was told I was going to be picked up at YVE hotel in Miami and she kept calling to switch the location. Very disappointing and unprofessional!”

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10.Self-Guided Audio Tour in Florida Keys

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 84 reviews · 1 day (approx.)

GuideAlong’s GPS audio tour turns your drive from Miami to Key West into a flexible history and sightseeing experience. Download the app, connect your phone, and hear location-based stories, directions, beach tips, and stop suggestions in English. Use the planned route or create your own.

“Very entertaining! Guide was knowledgeable and humorous. The GPS locator was spot on. We liked that we could stop and restart as needed.”

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