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Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory

1316 Duval Street, Key West, FL 33040
305-296-2988
Ranked #4 of 87 attractions in Key West
4.5 of 5 stars 860 Reviews
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Traveller Description: The Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory  is a unique experience.  In the Conservatory there are 100's of butterflies of many types,  a variety... more »
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Melbourne, Florida
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

i have to say i couldent care less about butterflys my girlfriend drug me in as the city view bus stopped out front. but i was very pleased by how nice it was. loads of beautiful butterflys, birds and fish in the streams that flow thu the green house type building. definatly worth a visit and bring a camera

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Atlanta, Georgia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

this is a lovely experience. Take your time, and drink in the colors and sounds. It is truly peaceful.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW via mobile

If u like butterfly's a must see. Butterfly's flying all around and even Landing on you if your still.

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calgary
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

You just have to see it for yourself! Its a great place for kids of any age!

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Los Osos, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

What an enjoyable place to visit. Beautiful butterflies fluttering around a beautiful garden.

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Irmo, South Carolina
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3 reviews 3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

This is a beautiful butterfly conservatory, and we loved the little quail that run around at your feet, but if you've been to other butterfly exhibits you might skip this one unless you really love them. It was very nice, but nothing out of the ordinary.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

it had a large variety of butterfly species; all active and a small, active, bird population

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Louisville, Kentucky, USA
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12 reviews 12 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

I have been to the Butterfly Conservatory several times in the past. This past visit to Key west, I did not have time to go through the Conservatory, but my friend and I did visit the gift shop. There are so many beautiful things in the gift shop. You could find something for everyone on your shopping list. I strongly... More

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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Key West is loaded with tourist trap attractions, this is one of the few that I would absolutely recommend visiting. It's a bit pricey but worth it --- lush, tropical green house with thousands of butterflies and a few exotic birds swirling around you. It's magical. I actually visited this attraction for work (I produce tourism videos) and among all... More

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Perry Hall, MD
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103 helpful votes 103 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

We went here to kill 2 hours before our flight. Got some great photos and video.

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