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Key West AquariumvsKey West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory
Both are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Key West Aquarium is preferred by most writers compared to Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory. Key West Aquarium is ranked #7 in Key West with endorsements from 6 sources including Concierge, Frommer's and Michelin Guide.
Key West Aquarium
Concierge
Afar Magazine
Michelin Guide
Where
Frommer's
Fodor's
1 Whitehead St, Key West, FL 33040
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Concierge "This huge aquarium is swimming with barracuda, eels, parrot fish, stingrays, and other exotic creatures."
Afar Magazine "Think you're brave enough to feed sharks while visiting Key West? You will have your chance to do that and so much more at the Aquarium." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"The Key West Aquarium allows visitors a look at some of the sea life found in the waters off the Keys." Full review
Where "The Key West Aquarium affords you a diver’s-eye view of the marine creatures of our encompassing waters." Full review
Frommer's "It just may end up charming you with its well-designed, informative exhibits showcasing Florida and Caribbean marine and shore environments and their denizens, with highlights including alligators" Full review
Fodor's "Pet a nurse shark and explore the fascinating underwater realm of the Keys without getting wet at this historic aquarium. Hundreds of tropical fish and enormous sea creatures live here—all locals." Full review
Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure Afar Magazine Where Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
U.S. News & World Report Travel + Leisure Frommer's Travel + Leisure Show All Reviews
1316 Duval Street, Key West, FL 33040
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Lonely Planet "This vast domed conservatory lets you stroll through a magic garden of flowering plants, colorful birds and up to 1800 fluttering butterflies." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Filled with lots of flowers and tropical plants, the building has a weather system manufactured to simulate a tropical climate, keeping everything healthy." Full review
Afar Magazine "Take a walk along the exotic environment and have fun trying to keep track of all the different birds and butterflies you see." Full review
Where "The Conservatory celebrates the lives of butterflies around the globe." Full review
Fodor's "This air-conditioned refuge for butterflies, birds, and the human spirit gladdens the soul with hundreds of colorful wings." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "More than 50 species of butterfly and 20 exotic bird species from around the world live in this glass conservatory." Full review
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Flamingos strut their stuff just feet away, and don't miss the learning center, where you can watch caterpillars munch away at their host plants up close.
U.S. News & World Report3.0
"If you love butterflies, this is the spot for you...filled with about 50 to 60 species of the colorful winged creatures that seemingly float through the air in an enclosed, glass-dome" Full review
Travel + Leisure "Come for the 50 to 60 types of butterflies, stay for the pair of flamingos who stroll the glass conservatory and enchant every visitor"
Florida Keys Travel Guide
March 2, 2021
Frommer's "This 13,000-square-foot pavilion will get nature lovers flitting with excitement." Full review
Travel + Leisure "At the Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory, visitors experience tropical magic as they walk among hundreds of flying butterflies and exotic birds — there's even a couple flamingos"
