Farara Shores Travel Guide
Tourist Guide

Visit Farara Shores
Popular places to visit

Sombrero Beach
Play beach games; go swimming, kayaking or snorkeling; and lounge in the sun at one of Marathon’s most visited beaches.

Seven Mile Bridge
Walk, jog, cycle or drive across one of the longest bridges in North America to take in the scenic ocean views it provides.

Vaca Key
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Vaca Key during your travels in Marathon. Stroll along the marina or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Curry Hammock State Park
Go camping near mangroves, bird-watching beneath a thick canopy or kayaking between the islands of this scenic state park in the Middle Keys.

The Turtle Hospital
Explore the campus of The Turtle Hospital as part of your travels around Marathon. Stroll along the area's marina or simply savour its seafood restaurants.

Dolphin Research Center
Learn about the playful nature of dolphins before swimming alongside these clever marine mammals at this entertaining research facility.
Activities

Day Sailing Adventure in the Florida Marine Sanctuary

Marathon: COMBO- Snorkel & Sandbar (Sombrero Reef)
Our pick of the best Farara Shores Hotel Deals

Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa
Would stay at Isla Bella again. Beautiful beach and pool areas and overall property very nice. Loved the balconies facing the water. Water bottles during check in with water refill stations all over the property was a nice touch. Plenty of activities to do with 9 and 13 year old: volleyball, putting ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Hawks Cay Resort
The water pressure is non existent. Had to use the wand to wash. LED bulbs burned out. The cleaning staff cleaned room 3 times in the 7 days!
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Lime Tree Bay Resort
My family has been going to Lime Tree Bay for about 40 years. It's where I got married in 2005. We had a nice stay there as always. Everyone was friendly, great amenities.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Faro Blanco Resort, Marathon Florida Keys
My best experience there was the pool area. The rooms were not that great for the price I paid. The carpet seemed dirty and the AC did not work well. The staff was excellent. I was on a family vacation, hoping to get my kids off my back for a few hours;however, they had a game room many of the amenities ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Kingsail Resort
Older property but very clean and nice staff
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Marathon Florida Keys
Great restaurant attached to the hotel.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Farara Shores

Marathon Shores
If you're spending some time in Marathon Shores, Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center and Marathon Air Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Little Venice
While there might not be top attractions in Little Venice, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center and Sunset Park Beach.

Coral Lagoon
Coral Lagoon might not have many top sights, but Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center and Sunset Park Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

