Farara Shores Travel Guide
Marathon
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.
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.
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.
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.
Coco Plum Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Coco Plum Beach during your trip to Marathon? Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its jogging trails.
Things to do
Miami to Key West Day Trip Transportation
Mangroves and Manatees - Guided Kayak Eco Tour
Florida Keys Nature & History Tour from Key West
Day Sailing Adventure in the Florida Marine Sanctuary
Top hotels in Farara Shores
Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa
"This property is top notch! We are in love and wish we'd found it earlier. Everyone was so nice and helpful. From registration to pool/food attendants, maintenance, . .... Everyone was so nice. The facilities are beautiful and everything you need is there! Highly recommend this resort and if we come ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Lime Tree Bay Resort
"Very clean, great staff. The room was small and bathroom door doesn't close all the way. Overall very nice."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hawks Cay Resort
"Let’s start by saying I gave them months in advance that we were coming and plans and they managed to not fulfill their part of the deal. I paid for extra amenities to be delivered to the room before we got there for my in-laws 52nd anniversary. they fixed it still charged me ice machine didn’t work ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Marathon Florida Keys
"The property was perfect and being able To dock our boat made it the perfect Keys escape! The on site restaurant was convenient and delicious. Would definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Faro Blanco Resort, Marathon Florida Keys
"La chambre proposée avec vue tropicale donnait en fait sur le toit du bâtiment en face qui bouchait la vue, la chambre était très sombre. Acompte prélevé sur la carte bancaire sans explication"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Tranquility Bay Beachfront Hotel and Resort
"The property location view is beautiful that is what you pay for, we stayed in the 2 bedroom villas and they are well past their prime and in need of a major update, everything is old, outdated and rundown. The adult pool needs new umbrellas ours broke while laying under it, things in the villa didn’t ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 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 Sunset Park Beach and Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center.
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.
