Key West, the southernmost point in the United States, is famous for watersports, lively nightlife, beaches, historic sites and its pastel, conch-style architecture.

A road trip through the Florida Keys is its own reward: a 113-mile journey across islands with some of the most jaw-droppingly gorgeous scenery you’ll ever lay eyes on. But amidst the topaz waters, diving pelicans and lush mangroves are a treasure trove of attractions that are educational, historical or just plain fun.

Accessible only by boat or seaplane, the 100-square mile Dry Tortugas National Park is sited 70 miles (113 km) west of Key West. Predominately open water, dotted with seven small islands, it’s the very definition of secluded.

Nestled in the middle of the Florida Keys an hour’s drive from Key West, Marathon is a 10-mile-long, family-friendly community made up of 13 islands that include Grassy Key, Fat Deer Key, and Vaca Key.

That part of the southernmost point is gone now, though a bronze statue of the Bishop tells the old history. Key West's southernmost point is located in an old Key West neighborhood, where …

Situated between Marathon and Key West, Big Pine Key is a nature-lover’s dream island getaway, offering family-friendly beaches and parks, access to world-class diving and snorkeling, and laid-back restaurants serving fresh seafood and spectacular views.

Islamorada’s six islands — Plantation Key, Windley Key, Upper Matecumbe Key, Lower Matecumbe Key, Indian Key, and Lignumvitae Key — are full of family-friendly things to do.

By Alexia Swanson and Jesse Swanson Few visitors to Key West beaches take the ferry 70 miles to the Dry Tortugas National Park. Even fewer camp under the stars next to historic Fort Jefferson. Those who do are rewarded with world-class diving, snorkeling, kayaking, wildlife watching and an island almost all to themselves.

This lush tropical island is located just 28 miles from historic Key West and 120 miles south of Miami and offers the ultimate romantic getaway. Accessible only...

With three stops throughout town, this 90-minute tour takes riders on a unique view of the city, filled with fun facts and trivia along the way. From seeing the Southernmost point in the continental United States to driving down the longest street (1.5 miles) on the island, it was fun to see the city from a local’s point of view.