Islamorada is a fishing resort that is spread over several islands. Its name comes from the Spanish, due to its purplish appearance from a distance they called it the purple isle (isla morada).
Kon Tiki Resort began as a fishing camp and now offers an abundance of water activities in the private lagoon or freshwater pool. The various activities at Kon Tiki includes swimming, fishing, diving, snorkeling and boating. Abundant wildlife is found along the waterfront.
Address: Kon Tiki Resort, 81200 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL 33036, United States
Phone: 1 (305) 664-4702, Fax: 1 (305) 664-5305
Lignumvitae Key Botanical State Park is home to one of the last stands of virgin tropical hardwood hammock. The tiny island was purchased in 1919 by William Matheson, a chemist from Miami, who used it as his getaway destination. Little has changed on Lignumvitae Key and the Matheson House now serves as the visitor centre.
Hours:
9am-5pm; Closed: Tue, Wed
Tips: The park is accessible only by private boat or tour boat.
Somewhere In Time is a Spanish treasure museum featuring artifacts, including coins and jewels, from shipwrecks that date from the 1600 to 1800's. Other items on display are out of print books, weapons, armour and religious artifacts.
Address: Somewhere In Time, 82787 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL 33036-3609, United States
Phone: 1 (305) 664-9699, Fax: 1 (305) 664-8010
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