Higgs Beach is one of Key West's most-visited waterfront regions, located on 16 acres of beachfront land along the island's Atlantic Ocean coast. The free-admission beach is a favorite site among local residents, offering access to the United States' only shoreline-accessible underwater marine park.

Snorkeling is a popular activity along the beach's waterfront, along with kayaking in deeper-water areas. Visitors are welcome to bring their own beach chairs and umbrellas or rent from the beach's public rental facility. Other visitor amenities include a children's playground, a dog park, and tennis and beach volleyball courts. Nearby at Higgs Beach Park, memorials pay tribute to the region's African refugees from the transatlantic slave trade and to 20th-century AIDS victims. Free self-guided tours of the beach's Civil War-era are also available.

1000 Atlantic Blvd, Key West, FL 33040, Phone: 305-295-4385

Learn about the history of the Oldest House & Gardens Key West Relax on Smathers Beach Visit Key West Wildlife Center Learn about native plants and animals at The Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center Don't miss the fun Mallory Square Sunset Celebration Snorkel on Higgs Beach Enjoy the Fantasy Fest in October Join a Key West Historic Marker Tour Take a picture at The Southernmost Point Take The Pelican Path Self-Guided Tour of Key West Join a First Legal Rum Distillery Tour Explore the interactive exhibits at Dry Tortugas Interpretive Center

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