Islamorada

Travel Guide

Islamorada which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach
Islamorada showing a sandy 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 Anne's Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Venetian Shores

Venetian Shores might not have many top sights, but Founders Park and Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Venetian Shores
Delicious fried conch & the YUMMIEST Cuban food in town :D

Lower Matecumbe Beach

Though Lower Matecumbe Beach might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Anne's Beach and Sunset Drive Beach.

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Seabreeze Trailer Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Seabreeze Trailer Park and surrounding area, you can visit Founders Park and Islamorada County Park.

Seabreeze Trailer Park
Chesapeake Beach Resort
Chesapeake Beach Resort
2.5 out of 5
83409 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL
The price is CA $289 per night from Apr. 28 to Apr. 29
CA $289
CA $403 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
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! (1,429 reviews)
"Beautiful view from room , breakfast included is nice due to price of room"

Reviewed on Apr. 20, 2025

Chesapeake Beach Resort
Three Waters Resort and Marina, Islamorada, a Tribute Portfolio Resort
Three Waters Resort and Marina, Islamorada, a Tribute Portfolio Resort
3.5 out of 5
84001 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL
The price is CA $375 per night from May 12 to May 13
CA $375
CA $514 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Islamorada. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
"We loved the hotel. Perfect weekend getaway with our dog. It really is pet friendly and everyone is super nice. Loved all the dinning options as well as the amount of different spaces to be at. Definitely will be coming back!"

Reviewed on Apr. 19, 2025

Three Waters Resort and Marina, Islamorada, a Tribute Portfolio Resort
Cheeca Lodge & Spa
Cheeca Lodge & Spa
5 out of 5
81801 Overseas Highway, Mile Marker 82, Marker 82, Islamorada, FL
The price is CA $334 per night from May 22 to May 23
CA $334
CA $470 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
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! (1,063 reviews)
"Beautiful property all around! Plenty of activities on property. Great food at the on property Atlantic's Edge Restaurant. Beautiful 'beach' but it's not especially sandy at all. Poor daily room refresh, may or may not complete the process. Leaky above counter sink, bugs in room (both dead and alive), ..."

Reviewed on Apr. 16, 2025

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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (452 reviews)
"We had our own little bungalow and it was absolutely beautiful! Such a pleasant surprise for the great price! Definitely recommend!"

Reviewed on Apr. 20, 2025

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! (54 reviews)
"Such a beautiful, quiet and clean location. The staff were attentive and helpful."

Reviewed on Apr. 16, 2025

The Islands of Islamorada
Beach Residence / Private overwater dock / Heated Pool / Mahi Key
Beach Residence / Private overwater dock / Heated Pool / Mahi Key
Islamorada
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Islamorada. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Robbie’s of Islamorada and Indian ...
Beach Residence / Private overwater dock / Heated Pool / Mahi Key
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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Reviews of Islamorada

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Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

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Want to come back to the islands!!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Islamorada is really for people with a boat or planning to fish. If we could do it all over again we would book Key West or around that area where it was less noisy from being on the highway.

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