Get Around Key West on a Bike Rental

Getting around Key West is easy. Being just four miles long and one mile wide, there’s no need to rent a car when you are visiting the island. One of the most convenient and affordable ways to travel around town is on a Key West bike rental. At Rent Key West Vacations, we make it easy to reserve everything you need for your vacation, from accommodations to tours and bike rentals. Beat the traffic and explore the beauty of Key West on two wheels!

Key West Bike Rentals

Rent Key West Vacations has partnered with several local companies to make planning your Florida Keys vacation easier than ever. Book your bike online with Key Lime Bike Rentals or call them at 305-340-7834. Key Lime Bike Rentals offers the only hourly bike rental service in Key West. So, whether you want to reserve a bike for a few hours or a week, they have you covered. All of their bikes include essentials like bike locks, lights, baskets, and helmets. Interested in having a local guide take you around town? They also offer bike tours around historic Old Town!

Where to Go on Your Bike Rental

Key West is a bicycle-friendly community, so you can get practically anywhere you want on the island on wheels. Make sure you are familiar with Florida’s bicycle traffic laws and use this Key West bike map to find the best routes on the island:

See all the island has to offer on the 10-mile Key West Cycling Loop, starting on Front Street and ending at Truman Waterfront Park. Along the way, you will see some of the island’s most iconic landmarks, such as Smathers Beach, the Southernmost Point buoy, Hemingway House, and Key West Lighthouse.

Bike through Old Town and explore the island’s most historic buildings and streets, like Duval Street, Mallory Square, Custom House, Truman Little White House, and the Historic Key West Cemetery.

Cycle the trail from Front Street to Fort Zachary Taylor and explore this scenic state park, combining bike trails, historic attractions, and natural beauty.

Reserve the Perfect Key West Vacation Rental

Get your bike rental delivered right to your Key West vacation rental, and start exploring the island from the moment you arrive. At Rent Key West Vacations, we offer a wide range of rentals throughout the island, from our ocean-view homes to our properties in the historic district. Find the rental home that works best for you and enjoy amenities such as fully equipped kitchens, linens, laundry facilities, air conditioning, and WiFi. Many of our properties feature private pools where you can cool down and relax throughout your stay. Book with us online today and customize your vacation by contacting our reservation specialists at 1-800-833-7368.

Key West Day Trip Destinations: Dry Tortugas & Florida Keys Islands

The Overseas Highway travels 113 miles from Key Largo to Key West, offering a unique way to travel between the Florida Keys and experience all it has to offer. Plan an epic road trip to Key West from Florida’s mainland, or fly into our local airport and start your exploration from the Southernmost City. Drive to islands along the Florida Keys, like Big Pine Key, Marathon, Islamorada, and Key Largo. Or head out on the water and take a ferry to the remote Dry Tortugas National Park. No matter where you want to explore, Rent Key West Vacations offers the perfect lodging in Key West!

Dry Tortugas

Located 70 miles west of Key West is Dry Tortugas National Park, a one-of-a-kind destination where you can explore remote islands and discover fascinating history. Get to the park on the Yankee Freedom Ferry and disembark at Fort Jefferson, one of the nation’s largest 19th-century forts. After touring the fort, you will have free time to snorkel coral reefs, swim in the crystal clear water, and watch wildlife.

Day Trip to Florida Keys Islands

Start your journey in Key West and drive along Highway 1 to access several Florida Keys Islands:

The Lower Keys

Traveling east from Key West will take you through the Lower Keys, the most natural and unpopulated area in the Keys. Experience the wilder side of the Keys at national wildlife refuges, marine sanctuaries, and remote beaches. Don’t miss Bahia Honda State Park!

Marathon

Just over an hour from Key West, Marathon is best known for its rich maritime history and family-friendly vibe. Enjoy prime boating access, explore Curry Hammock State Park, and learn about local wildlife at Turtle Beach or the Florida Keys Aquarium.

Islamorada

Islamorada is known as the sport fishing capital of the world, just under two hours from Key West. Experience an epic day of fishing and discover the island’s rich history, vibrant arts scene, and nature activities. Some of the most popular attractions in Islamorada include feeding fish at Robbie’s Marina, exploring the quirky art at Rain Barrel Village, and learning history at the Diving Museum.

Key Largo

Key Largo is the furthest island from Key West, approximately two hours and twenty minutes away. This is the longest island in the Keys, known for its fantastic diving, snorkeling, and fishing. Explore the underwater world of John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, explore the natural wonders of Everglades National Park, and cruise on the famous African Queen steamboat.

Book Your Vacation Rental on Key West

Whether Key West is at the beginning or end of your Florida Keys exploration, Rent Key West Vacations offers the ideal place to stay. We are one of the longest-standing vacation rental companies on the island, representing more than 100 properties. Book one of our rentals near Key West’s most famous beaches, or stay in Old Town and immerse yourself in the island’s historic charm. Book with us online or contact our local reservationist at 1-800-833-7368 to start customizing your Florida Keys vacation!