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Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory

This 13,000-square-foot pavilion will get nature lovers flitting with excitement, thanks to the 5,000-square-foot, glass-enclosed butterfly aviary as well as a gallery, learning center (with exhibits and a film), and gift shop exploring all aspects of the butterfly world. In the conservatory’s controlled climate, a winding path lets you wander freely among the more than 1,500 butterflies, 3,500 plants (including rare orchids), and other fauna including fish, turtles, and small birds. Expect to spend about an hour here.