Across 42 Bridges to the Southernmost Point: A Full-Day Drive from Miami to Key West

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Across 42 Bridges to the Southernmost Point: A Full-Day Drive from Miami to Key West

A 15-hour day trip from Miami along the Overseas Highway—crossing 42 bridges and 32 islands, including the Seven Mile Bridge—with free hotel pickup and several hours to explore Key West.

Across 42 Bridges to the Southernmost Point: A Full-Day Drive from Miami to Key West.

Duration
15 hours
Location
Miami
Operator
Calypso Sea Life
Category
City Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Depart Miami and settle into a long, coastal drive along the Overseas Highway: a ribbon of road that threads 32 islands and 42 bridges, most famously the Seven Mile Bridge, delivering travelers to Key West—the southernmost point of the continental United States—for a concentrated afternoon and evening on the island.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE ROUTE

Overseas Highway

The trip follows the Overseas Highway out of Miami, a continuous coastal drive that links dozens of keys and bridges en route to Key West.

THE JOURNEY

42 Bridges, 32 Islands

Travelers cross 42 bridges and pass 32 islands on the Miami–Key West run, a defining feature of the route.

THE LANDMARK

Seven Mile Bridge

The route includes passage across the iconic Seven Mile Bridge, one of the most notable spans on the drive to Key West.

What the day feels like

What the day feels like

This is a full-day excursion: guests are picked up in Miami Beach or Downtown, then travel south along the Overseas Highway and its succession of keys and bridges until they reach Key West. Visitors receive roughly four to five hours on the island to explore before reboarding for the return drive to the original pickup location.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this trip suits.

1
Active FamiliesSuitable for families—this experience is described as being for all ages.
2
Day TrippersIdeal for travelers who want a single-day excursion from Miami to Key West; the trip runs as a full 15-hour day.
3
First-time Key West VisitorsA practical way to get a concentrated visit to Key West with roughly four to five hours on the island.
4
All-Age GroupsThe operator notes the outing is for all ages, making it suitable for mixed-age groups.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

The total outing lasts approximately 15 hours from pickup through drop-off.

What to Bring

No specific gear list is provided in the trip data; note that this is a full-day excursion.

Logistics

Free hotel pickup is offered in Miami Beach and Downtown; meeting points include South Beach on Collins Avenue and the Holiday Inn Port of Miami in Downtown.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the Key West Tour?

The trip duration is approximately 15 hours.

Where does the tour pick up passengers in Miami?

Pickups are on South Beach along Collins Avenue and in Downtown at the Holiday Inn Port of Miami.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes—free hotel pickup is provided in Miami Beach and Downtown.

How much time is spent in Key West?

The itinerary allows for approximately four to five hours in Key West.

What notable landmarks are seen en route?

The drive follows the Overseas Highway, crossing 42 bridges and 32 islands and including the Seven Mile Bridge.

Is this trip suitable for children and older travelers?

The outing is described as being for all ages.