Location: Marathon
Top Things to do in Marathon
Top 10 Free Things to do in Marathon, Florida (FL)
The island community of Marathon in the Florida Keys is a tropical getaway for your whole family. It maintains a retro, nautical atmosphere with family-friendly festivals and attractions. Activities include dolphin swims, snorkeling, and boating. Seafood festivals are scheduled throughout the year, and plenty of local restaurants feature fresh catches. Fishing is ideal off the pristine Sombrero Beach. Visit Crane Point to hike to the preserved home of a 20th century settler family.
Restaurants in Marathon
1. San Pablo Catholic Church
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 203 reviews
Reviewed By KayJazz - Bedford, United States
Being a Catholic we always enjoys visiting churches in all our travels. After reading the reviews we knew this was a 'must 'visit'. We had read about the massive Christmas lights display in the gardens and were very lucky they were still on display in mid-January. We spent over 30 minutes enjoying each little area. It was after 8pm, safe to walk around and feel the presence of peace. As it was late, the church doors were locked. Next time we hope to see the rest of this beautiful church. Blessings.
2. Monroe County Public Library
3. Marathon Visitors Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 35 reviews
The Islands of Marathon Visitor center is the official visitor center Middle Keys and Marathon area. We strive to provide high quality service to our guests. We offer free information about what to do, where to stay, where to dine, and more for our Middle and Florida Keys destinations. We look forward to serving you!
Reviewed By 2Goofy_Hounds
So incredibly helpful in what to do, when to go, maps, directions, coupons for many things, etc. The lovely lady from Yazoo, MS was so helpful to Dad and me on a tour for us along with a discount coupon for admission to the Hammock we toured. She recommended the perfect tour for us, place for dinner and also a happy hour spot. Best place to get the scoop on what to see in the area
4. Sombrero Reef
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 453 reviews
This is a spur-and-groove coral reef, sitting on the outer banks offshore of Vaca Key, characterized by large fingers of coral, separated by narrow sandbeds.
Reviewed By smlscorpio65 - Indialantic, United States
If your in the Keys this is an absolute Snorkeling Paradise. This reef is right on the edge of the barrier reef, and to reach it you catch a boat tour from the Marathon area on Vaca Key. We took Spirit Snorkeling out of Marathon and Captain Mike and Mate Jenna were great. If you have your own boat it is marked by a good size lighthouse so it is easy to find. Lots of mooring pins to tie to. Short boat ride from Captain Pip's Marina.where you can rent a boat reasonable if you choose. We were there around 9:30 am on a Saturday morning and spots were open. By 11 am they were full. Don't cheat yourself and go on a calm day because this reef is great. Visibility and water clarity is very good. We saw tons of parrotfish, from Yellowtail Parrotfish, Princess Parrotfish and Rainbow Parrotfish. We also found Grouper, Yellowtail Snapper, Gray Snapper, nice variety of Angelfish,stingray and my girlfriends favorite(as she squeezed my hand tight) a good size Barracuda. This goes down as one of my best snorkeling adventures.
5. Sombrero Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,505 reviews
Reviewed By JulieE340
A beautiful beach with bath facilities, playground, volleyball courts, and the perfect place to watch the sunset!
6. Seven Mile Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,679 reviews
Reviewed By rross78 - Canton, United States
Gorgeous view and amazing place to stop and get a shot of a sunset.It's just a beautiful drive and every angle is nice.
7. Christina's Consignment Boutique
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Woman's Boutique in the heart of the Florida keys.We carry Clothing, Purses, Jewelry, Sunglasses, Cosmetics and Sandals.
8. EAA Air Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By tunderwo
They have a unique collection of aviation memorabilia and a few small aircraft. Ed was the volunteer on duty for our visit and his enthusiasm was contagious. The museum is free (donations appreciated).
9. Old Seven Mile Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 667 reviews
This place is temporarily closed, and is being repaired by the Florida DOT. It is scheduled to reopen in 2021. In the Florida Keys, there is no name better known than Henry Flagler who built the world-famous Oversea Railway in the early 1900's. Called the "8th Wonder of the World", this amazing ribbon of steel and concrete forever changed the history of the Florida Keys.
Reviewed By fanasfreaks - Dahlonega, United States
Unfortunately the old bridge was not open on the Marathon end during our most recent vacation but it the perfect morning walk spot. It is one of my favorite spots in the keys that is out of the water.
10. Keys Fisheries Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 109 reviews
Reviewed By dtwods - West Bend, United States
We loved Keys Fisheries! Food is awesome! We were there 3 times and tried stone crab, oysters, clams, tuna sashimi, crab & spinach dip, tacos, stone crab chowder, fried oyster sandwiches and loved it all! We bought fish dip from the market and it was the best we had our entire trip! The bartenders are very attentive and know how to work a busy bar! They would also chat with us when they got a spare minute. We were their mid April and it was the best spot we found to watch the sunset. The sunset shot every night was a bonus. Traveling with 2 couples we liked the fact that the upstairs bar is reserved for people 21 and older. Cannot wait to be back!!
