Looking to escape cold temperatures? Consider a vacation to Key West, Florida! My family and I recently visited the Florida Keys this past January. It was so nice to relax in the hot sun, eat delicious seafood, and explore beautiful beaches! Let me share with you fun things to do for families, couples, and adults.

​One of the best ways to see the Florida Keys is sailing! We did a two hour day cruise with Classic Harbor Line and it was definitely a highlight of our trip. Our boat wasn't crowded, the sun was out, and it was fun to see the beautiful houses on the surrounding islands. 

The staff on our boat were very friendly and it didn't feel overly touristy! They offered free beverages and didn't even charge us for the bar drinks we ordered. We also brought along our six year old and he enjoyed it! Two hours was a perfect amount of time, especially if you bring kids. This is a great activity for families, couples, & adults!

Tip: Before you buy your tickets, Google promo codes for your sailing charter. I found a discount for ours almost immediately! I like retailmenot.com for promo codes.

​Sugar Shack is the best place to grab ice cream with your kids on Duval Street! It is a neon wonderland that sells countless ice cream flavors, baked goods, and candy. My son ordered the rainbow sherbet in a cone!

One of the greatest parts about this spot is their adorable outdoor patio! Their chairs actually look like ice cream cones and they have life size superheroes. They also have a huge red heart seat that reads, "I Love Sugar Shack Key West, FL" and it's such a cute photo opp! 

​The prettiest beach we visited while in the Florida Keys was at Fort Zachary State Park. You have to pay a small entry fee, but it's absolutely worth it! The views are gorgeous and the beach felt very safe. This would be a cool thing to do for adults and couples! While this park is family friendly, the waves did seem to be pretty big for our six year old. 

The beach did have picnic tables, which is nice if you bring lunch with you! I could've spent the whole day here. To drive into the park, it's $4.50 for one person and $7.00 for two. For each additional person, it's $.50. 

Tip: If you bike or walk into the park, it is cheaper to get in!

​Another ice cream spot we loved was La Michoacana Mexican Ice Cream! This is a smaller shop who also does cakes, but the variety of fun items they have is amazing. I ordered the cotton candy ice cream and it was delicious! It was pink and had marshmallows folded into it. My son picked out an ice cream bar that had blue ice cream and cookies frozen into it!

​If you need a spot to let your kids run their energy out, consider Higgs Beach. It is a public beach with a pier to walk on and a very clean park with a great view of the ocean! This was a surprise because we had no idea there was a park here. It was especially nice because they had shaded shelters to get out of the sun!

After grabbing brunch at Banana Cafe, I stumbled upon Black Rifle Coffee Company! It was kind of fun to see since I buy their cans of ice coffee pretty often. I ordered a vanilla latte and browsed around their store. Most coffee shop apparel I see is pretty lame, so I was stoked to see a lot of their clothes actually looked kinda cool. I still think about this one tank top I didn't buy, but wish I did!

I hope this list of activities and unique things to do will help you plan an exciting trip to Key West! For more guides on Key West, check out my related posts below.

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If you're looking to escape the cold, consider visiting the Florida Keys! This past month we decided to visit Key West as a family and we had a phenomenal trip. The water was gorgeous. The food was memorable. And it was an awesome place to relax! Speaking of food, let's dive into the top restaurants we tried...

If you're hitting up Duval Street looking for good eats, you need to check out Stinkin Crawfish. They have patio seating, happy hour, and live music! I ordered the shrimp with old fashioned garlic butter plus medium spice and I have to say, these were my favorite! You can literally see the roasted garlic clinging to the shrimp. 

Tip: This restaurant is super affordable. If you're looking for quality food on Duval Street without breaking the bank, visit Stinkin Crawfish!

The Docks is a beautiful restaurant on the water on Stock Island. This place feels industrial but also charming with its cozy lighting and location right on the docks! I wouldn't recommend bringing kids here as the menu is pretty upscale. The restaurant is definitely on the romantic side! 

My husband ordered their lobster special and said it was very good. The menu is a bit pricey, but if you're picking a restaurant to splurge and try delicious seafood, this is a great place for that! They have a window too of a chef preparing seafood which you don't see often and was pretty cool. My favorite part about this place was the seating with a view!

If you're looking for a place with tons of options, you'll love Boat House! This restaurant is nestled near the water on a harbor and is decorated beautifully with different colorful flags on the ceiling. I ordered the Grilled Chicken Panini and I really enjoyed it, along with the salad that came with! My panini was only $14, which I thought was a great price for a waterfront restaurant.

Okay, this might've been my favorite place we visited while in the keys. This cafe is everything you envision France to be! Banana Cafe is located on Duval Street, not too far from Higgs Beach. 

I ordered the Cobb Shrimp Salad and it is most definitely one of the top salads I've ever had. The blackened shrimp and togarashi ranch was delicious! My meal was $21 but I'd pay way more to have this salad again. I loved this cafe too because they labeled the gluten free and vegan menu items! They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

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I can't wait to share more hidden gems in Key West with you! Think coffee, ice cream, and the best beaches. I hope you found a few restaurants you'd like to visit in this post. Tell me in the comments which one you're looking forward to visiting!