Marathon & the Florida Keys

Start your morning right at this beloved local coffee shop — a Keys institution for a reason.

Savor fresh lobster and stone crab straight off the docks at this iconic waterfront seafood market and restaurant.

Gather waterside to watch the famed Florida Keys sunset in the company of palm trees, pelicans, and fellow locals.

A Marathon staple with fresh seafood, cold drinks, and unbeatable waterfront views.

The Florida Keys sit atop the only living coral barrier reef in the continental US — snorkel or dive the calm, colorful currents right from the property.

Charter a boat from one of Marathon's many marinas for world-class offshore fishing — mahi-mahi, sailfish, and more.

Launch directly from SeaGlass Cove's private beach into the calm Atlantic waters for a morning paddle.

Explore the underwater world of the Keys — from shallow reef dives to deeper wrecks — with local dive operators nearby.

A 63-acre nature preserve with walking trails through rare tropical hardwood hammock, a natural history museum, and a children's nature center.

Visit the world's only licensed sea turtle hospital — a beloved Keys attraction that rescues and rehabilitates injured sea turtles.

One of the world's longest bridges, connecting Marathon to the Lower Keys — a spectacular drive and a Keys icon.

Consistently rated one of Florida's most beautiful beaches, with crystal-clear water, snorkeling, and camping just a short drive away.

Fresh local produce, seafood, and artisan goods at the weekly waterfront market.

Several day spas in Marathon offer massages, facials, and wellness treatments — perfect for a mid-trip recharge.

Boutiques, dive shops, souvenir stores, and local galleries line the Overseas Highway through Marathon.