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Eco-Discovery Center

Address: 35 E. Quay Rd., at end of Southard St. in Truman Annex, Key West, FL, 33040 | Map It
Phone: 305/809-4750
floridakeys.noaa.gov

Category: Zoos/Aquariums
Location: Key West

Write a review | Avg. member rating: 5.0/5

Fodor's Review:

Walk through a model of Key Largo's Aquarius, the world's only underwater ocean laboratory, to discover what lurks beneath the sea. This 6,400-square-foot attraction encourages visitors to venture through a variety of Florida Key habitats, from pinelands, beach dunes, and mangroves to the deep sea. Touch-screen computer displays and live underwater cameras show off North America's only contiguous barrier coral reef.

Cost: Free
Open: Tues.-Sat. 9-4

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Member Reviews and Ratings

Reviewed by craigjlw from Montgomery, Alabama on 4/2/09
We think the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center is a must-see in Key West. One of Key West's best-kept secrets, it's a fun, educational, free(!) visitor center that is great for all ages.
Although off the beaten path a little, it is well worth the short walk from Duval Street, especially if you're looking for something other than tacky T-shirt shops.
It's right next to Ft. Zachary Taylor state park and the USS Mohawk WW II ship, which are also good places to visit.
The short film in the Eco-Discovery Center is fabulous and highlights many of the different habitats in and around Key West.
In short, if you're tired of the party scene on Duval, have kids, or are looking for a cool place to spend a couple of hours, be sure to see the Eco-Discovery Center.