Which is nicer, Key Largo or Key West?

It depends on what you want: by our listings Key West has more going on — more places to eat, drink and visit — while Key Largo is the quieter pick. Restaurants and bars in Key West rate a little higher on average (4.45 vs 4.38).

Beaches: Key Largo 2 vs Key West 7

Restaurants: Key Largo 51 vs Key West 158

Bars and clubs: Key Largo 17 vs Key West 79

Hotels and inns: Key Largo 28 vs Key West 71

Attractions, museums and parks: Key Largo 30 vs Key West 76

The most-loved spots on each side, from our listings:

• Cannon Beach (3.8★), Key Largo
• Avenue Subs Key Largo (4.9★), Key Largo
• Kona Kai Resort, Gallery and Botanic Gardens (4.9★), Key Largo
• Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park Beach (4.6★), Key West
• Little Whitehouse Subs (5.0★), Key West
• Honest Eco Tours (5.0★), Key West