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Higgs Beach
Type: Beaches, Family Friendly, Free Attractions, Historic Sites, Water Sports
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Not far from Duval Street in Old Town Key West is Higgs Beach, a popular (and free) spot to soak in some rays and take a dip in the shallow water. Bring a picnic to keep your costs in check. Free... Read More
Not far from Duval Street in Old Town Key West is Higgs Beach, a popular (and free) spot to soak in some rays and take a dip in the shallow water. Bring a picnic to keep your costs in check. Free amenities include volleyball courts, children's playground and a dog park, and White Street Pier extends far past the sand for stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. The end of the pier is also a great spot for kids to toss bread in the water for the fish. Don't miss the Key West AIDS Memorial, as well as the African Cemetery where victims of the Transatlantic slave trade are buried.
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Address:
1000 Atlantic Blvd
Key West, FL 33040
(305) 295-4385
Hours:
- Daily 6am-11pm
Website:
yelp.com
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Claudia Miller
Key West Local Expert
- Free Things to Do: "Sometimes, large amounts of seaweed wash ashore Key West's beaches, creating odorous clumps on the sand. Check the weather conditions before planning your day."
- Things to Do with Kids, Beaches: "At times, large amounts of seaweed can wash ashore (at any of the beaches in Key West). Check the weather conditions before planning your day."
- Best for Free Things to Do Because: With no entry fee, Higgs Beach, offers shallow waters, volleyball courts and a playground, as well as a bit of history.
- Best for Things to Do with Kids Because: The shallow waters, volleyball courts, playground and water sports at Higgs Beach keep the young ones occupied while you soak up some rays.
- Best for Beaches Because: While not be the best beach in Key West, Higgs makes up for it with shallow waters, volleyball courts, playground, pier and water sports.
