Quick Summary:

  • Question: Where is Cedar Key located?
    Answer: Cedar Key is a lovely island city off Florida's Gulf of Mexico coast, located in Levy County within the Cedar Keys barrier island cluster.
  • Question: Why are the Cedar Keys named as such?
    Answer: The Cedar Keys are named for their former abundant populations of eastern red cedar trees.
  • Question: What is significant about Cedar Key’s archaeological importance?
    Answer: Cedar Key is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Cedar Keys Historic and Archaeological District.
  • Question: What does the Cedar Key National Wildlife Refuge protect?
    Answer: The Cedar Key National Wildlife Refuge protects important bird nesting habitats.
  • Question: What is the Old Florida Celebration of the Arts?
    Answer: The Old Florida Celebration of the Arts is a highly praised festival that takes place in the spring.
  • Question: Where can visitors find information about the Cedar Key Boat Ramp?
    Answer: Visitors can click here for fees and information about the Cedar Key Boat Ramp.


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1. The Cedar Key Historical Society Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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The Cedar Key Historical Society Museum | Things to Do in Cedar Key, Florida
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2. Cedar Key State Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Cedar Key State Museum | Things to Do in Cedar Key, Florida
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3. Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge

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Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge | Things to Do in Cedar Key, Florida
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4. Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge

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Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge | Things to Do in Cedar Key, Florida
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5. The Cedar Key Railroad Trestle Nature Trail

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The Cedar Key Railroad Trestle Nature Trail | Things to Do in Cedar Key, Florida
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6. Cedar Key Scrub State Reserve

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Cedar Key Scrub State Reserve | Things to Do in Cedar Key, Florida
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7. Waccasassa Bay Preserve State Park

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Waccasassa Bay Preserve State Park | Things to Do in Cedar Key, Florida
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8. Steamers Clam Bar and Grill

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Steamers Clam Bar and Grill | Things to Do in Cedar Key, Florida
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9. The Island Hotel and Restaurant

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The Island Hotel and Restaurant | Things to Do in Cedar Key, Florida
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Cedar Key is a 2 hour 20 min day trip from Orlando.


If you stay for the weekend, book a room at Cedar Key Harbour Master Suites or the Island Hotel and Restaurant.

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