Marathon Highlights
Marathon, Florida Keys
About This Activity
Marathon is the working heartland of the Florida Keys, balancing commercial fishing with world-class conservation. Visit the Turtle Hospital (tours $35/adult, book ahead) and the Dolphin Research Center ($35/adult), cross the iconic Seven Mile Bridge, and browse Keys Fisheries for the freshest lobster reuben in the Keys.
Seasonal note: Year-round. Book Turtle Hospital tours in advance.
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More Activities in Marathon
Turtle Hospital
Tour the only state-licensed sea turtle veterinary hospital and meet rescued turtles up close
Dolphin Research Center
Meet Atlantic bottlenose dolphins at this nonprofit marine research and education facility
Marathon Reef Snorkeling & Diving
Snorkel or dive the vibrant patch reefs off Marathon with small-group or private boat trips
Mangrove Lazy River Kayaking
Kayak a gentle mangrove creek to a remote sandbar for swimming and wildlife spotting
Marathon Beaches
Relax on Sombrero Beach or Coco Plum Beach — Marathon's best stretches of white sand
Key West Day Trip
Drive the scenic Overseas Highway from Marathon to Key West for a full day of island exploration
Private Fishing Charter
Fish the rich waters off Marathon with an experienced Keys captain on a private charter
Marathon Helicopter Tour
See the Seven Mile Bridge and turquoise waters from a helicopter over the Middle Keys