From Miami to Key West

From Miami to Key West If you’re in Miami, it’s a pity not to visit Key West, the southernmost point of the U.S. mainland. Take U.S. Route 1 from Miami, cross a string of islands and several overseas bridges, and you’ll reach Key West. Some bridge segments narrow to two lanes, with turquoise ocean on both sides — it feels like driving on the sea. Topics: Life, Roam.

Blue sky, turquoise sea, and white sand — that’s Miami in a nutshell. Whether it’s South Beach or Miami Beach, the views are uniformly first‑rate. In February, temperatures hover around 20 °C, perfect for light clothing and sunbathing by the water. But the UV can be intense — if you don’t tan often, two hours can be enough to peel. Sunscreen and sun protection are a must. Although it’s the dry season, brief showers still come and go. And don’t worry about language: many Miami residents speak only Spanish or Haitian Creole rather than English.

If you’re in Miami, don’t miss Key West — the southernmost point of the U.S. mainland. From Miami, hop on U.S. 1, pass a chain of keys and overseas bridges, and you’ll arrive at Key West. In narrower sections, the bridge is just two lanes, with bright blue ocean on both sides, as if you’re driving atop the sea.

After about three hours of driving, you reach Key West. There are fewer sun‑drenched bikini scenes than Miami, and more unhurried middle‑aged and older travelers. White Caribbean‑style houses line the streets, and under palm trees you’ll occasionally spot the island’s mascot — a rooster or two. The Southernmost Point marker, the southern terminus of U.S. 1 (Mile 0), and Hemingway’s Home are three of the island’s iconic sights, where you may need to queue for a photo. Here, language is even less of an issue: Havana is just a little over 100 miles away, and most locals speak Spanish.