Ernest Hemingway lived and wrote here for more than ten years. Calling Key West home, he found solace and great physical challenge in the turquoise waters that surround this tiny island. Step back in time and visit the rooms and gardens that witnessed the most prolific period of this Nobel Prize winner’s writing career. Educated tour guides give insightful narratives and are eager to answer questions. Wander through the lush grounds and enjoy the whimsy of the more than forty cats that live here. Cash ONLY for entrance fees
Since 1890, history has left its mark on the Truman Little White House. Initially, it served as the naval station’s command headquarters during the Spanish-American War, World War I and World War II. In 1946 the historic building first served as the winter White House of President Harry S. Truman and a site for the Cold War response by later presidents. Today, the Truman Little White House is a public, living, Key West museum as well as a retreat and place of government business by our nation's leaders.
Best place to see the sunset! Join the Key West Sunset Celebration and watch the glowing pink and red sun sink into the Gulf of Mexico horizon. The nightly festival hosts visitors from all over the world who come to take part in the magicians, jugglers, clowns, psychics, local musicians, artists, and food vendors that combine for an incredible cultural experience. It is a fusion of friends and talents that has captivated tourists and locals alike.
Join Sunset Watersports in Key West for the #1 rated Jetski Tour around the island. Jump on a brand new jetski as we take you on the longest tour around Key West. This tour has multiple stops through the back country on the Gulf of Mexico as you travel through the mangrove islands on your way to a sandbar for a little dip in the water. You then jump back on the jetskis on your way to the southern most point and finally fly by Fort Zachary Taylor on your way back to Parrot Key. Shuttle service to departure location available.
Learn why Key West was origanally Called Bone Island! Explore 3 Haunted Pubs. Have a few spirits as we show you one of the most haunted cities in the Western Hemisphere. Bring your camera and an open mind for a night you won’t forget!
Right next to Ocean Key Resort (the venue). See the Best on the train tour that's been entertaining visitors to the Island City of Key West, Florida since 1958. The Conch Train is one of Florida's most popular attractions, and for a good reason. Our expert 'engineers' and friendly staff have delighted over 15 million guests with legends such as Ernest Hemingway and lores of this charming tropical paradise. Your tour of Key West will give you a conch's eye view of all the wonderful Key West attractions.
Taste it, watch it be made, buy it and enjoy.Offering FREE TOURs through the Distillery Monday- Saturday starting at Noon till 5pm every 20 minutes. We use first press sugar cane crystals, never molasses! Try our rum cakes, rum filled chocolates and more in our retail. Rum and Ruminizer (sanitizer) made daily. Rum is the answer, I forgot the question.
This Florida State park features great beach space that allows for swimming, snorkeling and paddling - water sport rentals are available as well as chairs & umbrellas. There are nature trails, a cafe & of course the pre-Civil War fortress to explore. Pack the cooler and plan to spend the day! Open daily from 8:00am to Sunset
Smathers Beach is the largest public beach in Key West & is approximately a half mile long. The beach is located on the south side of the island, along the Atlantic Ocean and State Road A1A. The beach offers picnic areas, restroom facilities, volleyball courts, Jet Ski rentals and free parking.