Shore birds inhabit the flats and marshes around Cedar Key
Enjoy Island Life!

Cedar Key Florida is an unusual place – we arrive with all sorts of vacation plans we must do while visiting, but mysteriously "Island Time" takes over and we find ourselves relaxing on the balcony or hanging out at the dock with a fishing pole. We love to sit and watch the birds and the boats go by or spend the afternoon drowning shrimp on the dock. But isn't that why you came to Cedar Key? To unwind? To relax?

Here's some ideas for things to do while you visit with us. Don't plan your schedule too tightly - the charm of Cedar Key is finding your center and taking the time to relax, recharge, and realize that life's too short to be in go mode all the time.

Birding in Cedar Key, FL...

Whether you watch the birds from a balcony or local dock or you head out to the wildlife refuge in a boat or kayak, you will be amazed at the number of species you'll see in Cedar Key. The Cedar Keys are in the heart of Florida's Nature Coast – wildlife viewing is something that pretty much happens whether you go looking or not. Just up the road from Cedar Key is Chiefland next door to Manatee Springs, another excellent park for viewing birds and manatees. The Suwannee River is just north of Cedar Key and is a terrific day trip for canoeing/kayaking.

Here's a few links to birding info to get you started!


Fishing the Cedar Keys...

As a part of Florida's Big Bend, Cedar Key is well-known for excellent fishing - redfish are a favorite! Whether you fish inshore from a dock or offshore for grouper, cobia, and what have you - you will almost certainly catch something and enjoy the beauty of the scenery while doing it!

Check out the links below for more fishing information!

Cedar Key by Boat or Kayak ...

Boating is extremely popular in Cedar Key - folks bring their own craft or they rent them at the marina. The best way to see Cedar Key is by kayak. There are also plenty of tour operators who will take you out if you'd prefer to let someone else do the navigating.

Here's a few links to boating in Cedar Key.




Nature Coast Florida Favorites

Here's a few of our "must dos" in Cedar Key:
Cedar Key Sunday Brunch
The Island Room at Cedar Cove (right next door!) Try the crab benedict for a real treat!
 
Cedar Key Nature Tours
The Captain Doug's Tidewater Tours
The Suwannee River Tour offered by Captain Doug is getting rave reviews from our guests. If you have the time, try it out. And be sure to make reservations in advance!
 
Cedar Key Favorites
Crab Bisque - The Island Room at Cedar Cove. Get the bowl, you will definitely want more than a cup. They do offer this carryout - been there...
 
Palm Salad - Available at most restaurants. Sounds weird, but it's wonderful - try it!
 
Smoked Mullet Dip - It's great on bagels instead of cream cheese.
 
Fresh Seafood to Cook
Try Southern Cross on Hwy. 24
 
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Dowitcher on Fenimore Mill beach
Dowitcher on Fenimore Mill beach


Scenes of Cedar Key

Take a Tidewater Tour!

The Honeymoon Cottage