Key West, United States of America

Key West

United States of America · Florida · 1 m

Description

Key West is the southernmost city in the Florida Keys and is known for its relaxed, free-spirited atmosphere and Caribbean flair. The island city is characterized by pastel-colored Conch houses, the literary legacy of Ernest Hemingway, lively streets such as Duval Street, and the famous sunsets at Mallory Square. Key West combines historic architecture and maritime heritage with coral reefs, water sports, diverse dining, and vibrant nightlife. As the endpoint of the Overseas Highway and a gateway for excursions to Dry Tortugas National Park, the city provides an atmospheric finale to a journey through the Florida Keys.

Length of stay

Recommended length of stay: 2 to 5 days (optimal 3 days)

Travel season

Best time to visit: December – April

  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec

Highlights

  1. Duval Street
  2. Mallory Square Sunset Celebration
  3. Ernest Hemingway Home & Museum
  4. Southernmost Point Buoy
  5. Key West Historic District & Old Town
  6. Sunset Sailing
  7. Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park
  8. Key West Lighthouse & Keeper's Quarters
  9. Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory
  10. Key West Reef Snorkeling & Diving
  11. Truman Little White House
  12. Seven Mile Bridge(Day trip)
  13. Fort Zachary Taylor Beach
  14. Key Lime Pie
  15. Bahia Honda State Park(Day trip)
  16. Conch Cuisine & Seafood
  17. Mel Fisher Maritime Museum
  18. Dry Tortugas National Park(Day trip)
  19. Fort Jefferson(Day trip)
  20. Garden Key Snorkeling(Day trip)
  21. Key West Historic Seaport
  22. Key West Harbor & Schooner Wharf
  23. Audubon House & Tropical Gardens
  24. Key West Cemetery
  25. Key West Museum of Art & History at the Custom House
  26. Key West Shipwreck Museum
  27. Key West Aquarium
  28. Key West First Legal Rum Distillery
  29. Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden
  30. Nancy Forrester's Secret Garden
  31. Higgs Beach
  32. West Martello Tower & Key West Garden Club
  33. Smathers Beach
  34. South Beach
  35. Clarence S. Higgs Memorial Beach Pier
  36. Edward B. Knight Pier
  37. White Street Pier
  38. Key West Wildlife Center
  39. Key West Eco Tours & Mangrove Kayaking
  40. Dolphin Watching
  41. Key West Fishing Charters
  42. Key West Ghost Tours
  43. Bahama Village
  44. Key West African Cemetery at Higgs Beach
  45. Tennessee Williams Museum
  46. Oldest House Museum & Gardens
  47. Saint Paul's Episcopal Church
  48. Key West Theater
  49. Old Seven Mile Bridge(Day trip)
  50. National Key Deer Refuge(Day trip)
  51. Dry Tortugas Seaplane Flight(Day trip)
  52. Pigeon Key(Day trip)
  53. Blue Hole(Day trip)
  54. Big Pine Key(Day trip)

Getting there

Airports:
EYW
Seaport:
Reachable by ship or ferry

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