Updated: Friday, July 8, 2011 12:12 pm

Part of the appeal of Key West is its pristine sandy beaches, but the ocean is a sight to see as well. To give visitors an opportunity to get an up-close look at the region's native creatures, Key West Snorkeling Tours recently announced that it is providing summer discounts to visitors.

Snorkeling is considered to be the most popular water activity among tourists and residents alike. The sport gives individuals of all ages and skill levels the chance to swim alongside rare fish and live coral in the Florida Keys. Key West Snorkeling Tours hopes to give more visitors the opportunity to do so with their new discount.

There are a number of reasons to visit Key West, aside from the abundance of snorkeling locations. Key West has its own aquarium, which houses larger creatures that are native to the area. The region is also where the Ernest Hemingway Museum and Home is located - this facility is where the famous writer spent his winters.

Key West has a shipwreck museum as well that provides visitors with a glimpse of the sailing history in the area, along with accidents that have occurred throughout the years.