The Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center is a marine sanctuary that features exhibits of animals and plants that are native to the Florida Keys. Located on East Quay Road, the Center has exhibits that feature both land and aquatic plants and animals in its 6,000 square foot facility, which includes a 2,500 gallon reef tank. Since the establishment emphasizes education, there are many interactive exhibits on marine ecology.

There is also a mock-up of the world’s only underwater ocean laboratory called Aquarius. The Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center is one of the best things to do in Key West with the whole family.

Some of the land habitats that are exhibited include beach dunes, hardwood hammock, and upland pine lands. Mangrove shorelines, sea grass flats, and coral reefs are some of the marine habitats that visitors can experience.

Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center, 35 East Quay Road, Key West, Florida, Phone: 305-809-4750

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