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Top Attractions in Marathon

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What travellers are saying

  • Kari W
    2 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Make a reservation! I had no idea that it would be so busy. Also, do not arrive more than 10 min early, as you just wait around in a very small space. I had my family wait in the air conditioned car, while I checked in for them. My kids loved seeing all of the turtles and learning how the hospital helped to heal them. We got very lucky and got to see a release at Sombrero beach. I would encourage you to follow the turtle hospital on facebook.
    Written 18 March 2024
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  • Debbie L
    New Hyde Park, NY7 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very interesting tour. Our guide, I wish I could remember his name but he’s the only volunteer who’s been there 20 years, was very knowledgeable but I’ve done this tour before and last time I enjoyed hearing more about Henry Flagler and the workers. This tour was more about timelines, the 18 year span of the project.
    Written 16 March 2024
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  • Emily M
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful, fun, memorable, and affordable adventure for all ages. Went as a family of 5 with two family members over the age of 70 and an 8 month old. So much to see and learn. We took the golf cart tour which was no added cost.

    We saw-
    Large Land Turtles
    Little Racoons
    Parrot Fish
    Feet pedicure fish
    Iguana
    Banyan Trees
    Butterfly

    My only recommendation to the visitor center would be to update their educational resources and teachings about the indigenous communities of the Keys. In addition the tour and information was a very white focused/white perspective and would have been much more real, equitable, and education with BIPOC stories and perspective. This includes more information and discussion about the refuge boats that they have on sight. If you are going to keep the boats to show the public it seems important to have information and discussions about what they represent for the people who travel in them.
    Written 3 March 2024
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  • Cricket002
    61 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Super fun and educational, family friendly activity… the trainers are friendly and very knowledgeable. We all had a great time!
    Written 18 March 2024
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
  • pkauten
    Belleair Beach, FL15 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great Exercise! We decided to bike on the newly refurbished 7 mile bridge. It's a beautiful bike ride...the spectacular water colors make the walk/bike path an added value. The path is actually only 2.5 miles each way and the path is clearly marked for you! ENJOY
    Written 5 March 2024
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  • Jeff S
    5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Narrow beach but nice white sand and nice restroom/changing areas.
    Parking is $5 per hour pay by card.
    A couple of palm trees for shade, so you better bring your own shade with you.
    Written 16 March 2024
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  • Bonnie40
    Guelph, Canada373 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    1st time visiting this aquarium with 3 generations of family. Loved it! Staff were knowledgeable and helpful. The little ones were encouraged to 'touch' stingrays and other marine life which was a huge hit! Would definitely recommend!
    Written 11 March 2024
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  • jhayes222
    Brunswick, GA27 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Its about 5 miles from 7 mile bridge. Sombrero light which you have to access by either renting a boat or taking an excursion. Beautiful water and sealife.
    Written 19 July 2023
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  • Kim C
    Knoxville, TN51 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful drive across 7 mile bridge, but especially like biking across the OLD 7 mile pedestrian-bike bridge. It is 2.5 miles each way/ 5 miles total so we ride it twice. No where more beautiful for a bike ride. If lucky you might see sea turtle or sting rays on clear days.
    Written 19 January 2024
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  • Sue F
    Fort Lauderdale, FL8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Debbie at Marathon Visitor Center was so helpful & friendly. She not only gave us local suggestions & info but also lots of great advice about our end destination of Key West. Keep up the great work!
    Written 3 December 2023
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  • Tour48711028687
    15 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We went to see the Christmas lights and they did not disappoint. The lights are gorgeous and you walk through the church garden with the statues that are all beautifully decorated. We went twice while we were in town.
    Written 21 December 2023
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  • JoeyLucas
    Washington DC, DC11 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We were surprised to find that this state park is not renting kayaks. You need to bring your own or use an outside provider.

    The beach is very small, but we enjoyed walking in the shallow water and seeing the hermit crabs,
    Written 1 January 2024
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