Top 10 Things to do in Key Largo, Florida (FL)

Retired 510-foot naval ship intentionally sunk to create an artificial reef for underwater diving enthusiasts.

Island Dolphin Care is a 501(c).3 committed to bringing purpose to the lives of marine mammals that cannot survive in the wild WITHOUT exploiting them. IDC brings purpose & financial support to our dolphin family by offering non-profit therapy programs to children with special needs & veterans with PTSD, while working to educate guests about ocean conservation & the protection of marine mammals. We offer educational courses on Marine Science, as well as tours of our facility & experiences that teach you how to help marine mammals & the global ocean environment. We implement a 100% No Breeding Policy. We DO NOT offer public “swim with dolphins” programs. We DO NOT do theme park type-shows. Our facility is an ocean lagoon, NOT a pool. Our goal is to find ways to make their lives even better, while changing the lives of those in need along the way. You can support our efforts by coming for a visit! Book a tour or an educational experience & spend the day with us!!

Dolphins Plus Marine Mammal Responder (DPMMR), a 501(c).3, is committed to the conservation and protection of marine mammals, worldwide, through our active involvement in conservation, research, extensive education, and outreach programs. DPMMR offers extensive educational programs and experiential learning via powerful daily interactions with our resident bottlenose dolphin population. DPMMR contributes to the greater scientific community via our multiple research studies. As the only not for profit facility responsible for the rescue of wild and stranded whales and dolphins in the Florida Keys, proceeds from the dolphin programs directly contribute to our mission. There are many ways to support our mission; book a swim, volunteer or donate today!

A beautiful state park that features land and undersea adventures.

Welcome to Dolphins Plus! Here, our guests have the exciting opportunity to observe and interact with our marine mammal friends in a unique and stimulating environment. Our guests can experience our dolphins in their natural seawater homes on the Gulf of Mexico (Bayside) in Key Largo, Florida. Along with getting to interact with our marine mammals, guests will learn all about these amazing creatures, and the importance of marine conservation, from our knowledgeable and well-trained staff of trainers and instructors. Our dolphin swims are available to the public throughout the year and are a great addition to your Florida vacation. Meet and interact with our dolphins in our hands-on Structured and Shallow Water Dolphin Swims or snorkel freely alongside the dolphins in our Guided Natural Dolphin Swim program for the dolphin encounter of a lifetime. Our dolphins are always happy to meet new friends. So, come on over and jump on in. We’ll see you at Dolphins Plus.

A 4,000 pound bronze statue of Christ installed at the Key Largo National Marine Sanctuary.

Two ships deliberately sunk in 1987 to provide artificial reefs for experienced divers.

YES! OUR SANCTUARY IS OPEN! Masks and social distancing are required, but we are happy to see you! We are open every day of the year from Sunrise to Sunset. The Laura Quinn Wild Bird Sanctuary is home to over one hundred non-releasable, permanent resident birds including hawks, owls, vultures, pelicans, gulls, songbirds, and more. Visitors are invited to learn about our birds and the fragile ecosystems of the Florida Keys. Admission is free, but donations to help the FKWBC to continue to fulfill our mission are gladly accepted. The Florida Keys Wild Bird Center's mission is to rescue, rehabilitate, and release native and migratory wild birds that have been harmed or displaced, to provide or locate a humane shelter for those birds that cannot be released, and to educate the public toward the importance of coexistence with all wild bird species. The Florida Keys Wild Bird Center is a 501(C)(3) Charitable Organization.

In 2012 the iconic boat the African Queen was restored for her 100 year centennial celebration. In May 2012 she once again began plying the waters of Key Largo and currently offers canal and dinner cruises. We go out daily at 10am, 12am, 2pm, 4pm and 6pm. On Fridays and Saturdays at 6pm we offer a dinner cruise to the Pilot House Marina where passengers disembark and enjoy dinner in the restaurant before boarding the vessel once again to return to the Marina Del Mar. Dinner and lunch cruises are also available on request for groups of at least 4 people.

The Florida Keys Visitor Center is your first stop as soon as you enter Key Largo. We can help with discounts on a variety of accommodations, all watersports, museums, tours, and attractions. We also have colorful and affordable clothing, hats, sunglasses, swimsuits, towels, keychains, magnets, and other Keys souvenirs. Our staff has 2 native Conchs (born and raised in the Keys) and 3 more totaling 58 years here. We are 100+ year locals who give great info, advice, and savings. Stop in, say hello, grab a free map, bar and restaurant discounts, and save some money! We are your ONE STOP SHOP for a stress free vacation!