# Leonida Keys in Real Life: Florida Keys, Florida

The Leonida Keys in GTA VI are the game's version of the Florida Keys. Rockstar's description of a laid-back tropical archipelago with loaded bars matches the island chain along the Overseas Highway, and Trailer 2 places Jason and Lucia's starting home here.

## Comparison

| Aspect | In GTA VI | In real life |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Geography | Tropical archipelago south of Vice City | 113-mile island chain linked by the Overseas Highway |
| Atmosphere | Casual dress code, loaded bars, easy living per Rockstar | Tiki bars, marinas and mile-marker culture from Key Largo to Key West |
| Story role | Jason and Lucia's starting apartment in Trailer 2 | No real equivalent — story detail only |
| Trailer shot | Aerial flyover of a long bridge over turquoise water (Trailer 1) | The Seven Mile Bridge between the Middle and Lower Keys |

## How to get there

Fly to Miami (MIA) and drive the Overseas Highway south, or fly directly to Key West (EYW) and work back north; allow a full day for the drive with stops.

## Best time to visit

December to May for dry season; sunset celebrations run year-round, and the Seven Mile Bridge is best driven in low golden light.

## FAQ

### Are the Leonida Keys based on the Florida Keys?

Yes by every available signal: the name, the archipelago geography, and Rockstar's own description of a casual tropical island chain with beautiful, dangerous waters all mirror the Florida Keys. Official confirmation of the real basis is still pending.

### What is the must-do drive in the real Keys?

The Overseas Highway itself: 113 miles of bridges and islands from Key Largo to Key West, including the Seven Mile Bridge — one of the most photographed road segments in America.

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Source: https://palmneon.com/locations/florida-keys/