Nature Preserve Official linkedUpdated Jun 9

Key West National Wildlife Refuge

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Key West National Wildlife Refuge is a nature preserve in Key West, FL. It is most useful for nature, walking and wildlife, making it a practical outdoor stop for a Florida day plan. Planning notes include typical visit around 150 minutes and family-friendly signal present. Use this page to review photos, map context, source links and nearby Florida listings before visiting.

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2 hr 30 minVisit OutdoorSetting Nature, Walking, WildlifeBest for Key WestFL
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Good To Know

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Best For Nature, Walking, Wildlife Use this as the first fit check.
Visit Time 2 hr 30 min Good for deciding whether this is a quick stop or an anchor.
Setting Outdoor Outdoor planning details are updated on a slower cadence.

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Harry S. Truman Little White House in Key West, FL attraction photo Indoor
Historic House Museum Admission ticket usually required

Harry S. Truman Little White House

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Harry S. Truman Little White House is a Key West historic house museum connected to presidential history, guided tours and the island's military heritage.

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Mel Fisher Maritime Museum in Key West, FL attraction photo Indoor
Maritime Museum Admission ticket usually required

Mel Fisher Maritime Museum

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Mel Fisher Maritime Museum in Key West interprets shipwrecks, treasure recovery, maritime archaeology, artifacts and Florida Keys seafaring history.

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Key West Aquarium in Key West, FL attraction photo Indoor
Aquarium Admission ticket usually required

Key West Aquarium

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Key West Aquarium is a compact historic aquarium near Mallory Square with marine exhibits, touch experiences, conservation programs and easy Old Town access.

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Truman Beach in Key West, FL beach photo Family
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Truman Beach

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Key West Beaches in Key West, FL beach photo Family
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South Beach in Key West, FL beach photo Family
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South Beach

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Details

City
Key West, FL
Park type
Nature Preserve
Recommended visit
2 hr 30 min
Setting
Outdoor
Best for
Nature, Walking, Wildlife
Family-friendly
Yes

Amenities

Outdoor Family-friendly