🌞 The 10 Most Unforgettable Sunsets in the Florida Keys

Dear Road Trippers,

There’s something almost sacred about sunsets in the Keys. They’re not just endings—they’re ceremonies. 🌅 The sky catches fire, the breeze slows down, and everyone, from locals to travelers, pauses to soak it in.

If you’re cruising through the Florida Keys, you have to time your days around sunset. Trust us—it’s part of the journey.

So this week, we’ve handpicked the Top 10 Sunset Spots from Key Largo to Key West. Whether you're on a solo soul-search, a romantic getaway, or a family adventure, these are the golden hour stops you'll never forget.

🌴 1. Bayside Grille & Sunset Bar – Key Largo 📍 99530 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo Laid-back vibes, toes in the sand, conch shells blowing as the sun disappears. Happy hour hits just right from 4–7 PM, and the underwater dock lights turn the water into a glow party after dark. Grab a cocktail upstairs or stay chill with a beer downstairs—either way, it’s sunset heaven. 🔗 Website | Instagram | Facebook

🌅 2. Rowell’s Waterfront Park – Key Largo 📍 104550 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo This quiet, dog-friendly park is a peaceful paradise for watching the sun melt into the bay. No crowds, no music, just pure, soft beauty. The park closes 30 minutes after sunset, giving you just enough time to breathe it all in. 🔗 Facebook | Instagram

🧜‍♀️ 3. Lorelei Restaurant & Cabana Bar – Islamorada 📍 81924 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada One of the most iconic sunset spots in the Keys. Watch the sun dip while local musicians play and magicians entertain. Look for the mermaid statue from US-1 and get ready to fall in love with the vibe—and the views. 🔗 Website | Instagram | Facebook

🍷 4. Morada Bay Beach Café & Pierre’s – Islamorada 📍 81600 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada Picture this: your feet in the sand, a cocktail in hand, and the sun painting the sky from your Adirondack chair. Romance, elegance, and the most cinematic sunset in Islamorada. 🔗 Website | Instagram | Facebook

🍹 5. Sunset Grille & Raw Bar – Marathon 📍 7 Knights Key Blvd, Marathon Located at the base of the Seven Mile Bridge, this is sunset with a side of party. Tiki huts, DJ music, a massive pool, and fiery views over the bridge. Sundays are legendary here—come thirsty and ready to celebrate. 🔗 Website | Instagram | Facebook

🎶 6. Sunset Park / Sunset Beach – Key Colony Beach (Marathon) 📍 W Ocean Dr, Key Colony Beach This is small-town charm at its finest. Think music in the air, families on blankets, and the kind of pink-orange sky that makes you stop talking mid-sentence. Bring a picnic or just your thoughts—it’s magical either way. 🔗 Facebook Group

🐚 7. Bahia Honda State Park – Big Pine Key 📍 36850 Overseas Hwy, Big Pine Key Settle in on Calusa Beach and watch the sun fall behind the historic Bahia Honda Rail Bridge. With palm trees swaying and warm waters lapping at your feet, it’s a postcard moment that lives in your memory forever. 🔗 Website | Instagram | Facebook

🎭 8. Mallory Square Sunset Celebration – Key West 📍 400 Wall St, Key West It’s a festival. It’s a performance. It’s a Key West tradition. Fire breathers, jugglers, local artists, and food vendors all gather nightly for this epic communal countdown to the sun’s finale. Arrive early and bring your sense of wonder. 🔗 Instagram | Facebook

🏰 9. Fort Zachary Taylor Beach – Key West 📍 601 Howard England Way, Key West Skip the crowds at Mallory and head to the rock wall here—many locals say it’s the best sunset spot in town. Add in a little snorkeling or a tour of the Civil War-era fort before sundown and you’ve got the perfect evening. 🔗 Website

⛵ 10. Sunset Sail – Key West Marinas 📍 Various departure points Wind in your hair. Wine in your hand. And nothing but water between you and the horizon. Choose from romantic wine cruises to lively catamaran dance parties. It’s the most unobstructed, unforgettable way to say goodnight to the sun. 🔗 Sunset Sail Key West Instagram | Sunset Watersports Instagram

📸 Share Your Sunset Story! Do you have a favorite sunset spot in the Keys? A photo you snapped at just the right moment? 🌅 📬 Reply to this email and we may feature your moment in an upcoming edition!

See you at golden hour,

Brian

Florida Keys Road Trip Team

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