Explore Key West
Things To Do In Key West 🌴
Key West is full of amazing food, live music, ocean adventures, and beautiful sunsets. Here are a few of our favorite spots to check out while you're in town!
Bar's and Night Life
Sloppy Joe’s – Classic Duval Street bar with live music. Irish Kevin’s – Fun nightlife spot with music and entertainment. Captain Tony’s – Historic bar—throw a penny into the fish’s mouth for good luck. Waterfront Brewery – Craft beer with harbor views. General Horseplay – A cozy cocktail bar with an indoor speakeasy vibe and creative drinks. Rick's Bar Key West – A lively multi-level bar on Duval Street with music, dancing, and a party atmosphere. The Smallest Bar – A tiny, iconic Duval Street stop—don’t miss the key lime pie shot. Hog's Breath Saloon – A laid-back bar with live music, cold drinks, and classic Key West vibes. Green Parrot Bar – A legendary dive bar known for live music and a true local feel. Sunset Tiki Bar & Grill – A waterfront spot perfect for drinks at sunset with great views.
Restaurants
Moon Dog Cafe & Bakery – A casual spot to grab a bite to eat, desserts, and our third favorite key lime pie. 🍋 Bagatelle – Historic Duval Street spot with balcony dining and our second favorite key lime pie. 🍋 Schooner Wharf Bar – A waterfront spot for seafood, live music, and harbor views. 🌊🎶 Conch Republic Seafood Company – Waterfront seafood restaurant with great views in the historic seaport. Try the broiled red shrimp. 🦐 La Trattoria Restaurant – A slightly more upscale Italian spot just off Duval Street, perfect for a nicer dinner. 🍝 Kaya Island Eats – A laid-back island spot known for bold flavors and some of the best fish tacos around. 🌮 El Siboney Restaurant – A local favorite for authentic Cuban food, known for generous portions and bold flavors. 🇨🇺 Breakfast Club, Too – A laid-back breakfast spot with creative dishes and great Bloody Marys. 🍳🍅 Sunny Eggs Cafe – A bright breakfast spot known for great smoothies and fresh pastries. 🥐 Blue Heaven - Local favorite.
Coffee and Dessert
Sandy's- A local favorite for breakfast sandwiches and authentic Cuban coffee. Ana's Cuban Cafe – A small bright-red coffee stand known for strong Cuban coffee, breakfast sandwiches, and quick bites—perfect for a casual morning stop. Kermit's Key West Key Lime Shoppe - The perfect stop for authentic Key lime pie and their famous chocolate-covered frozen key lime pie on a stick. The One Bar Key Lime Pie Cooking School – Home to the best key lime pie on the island, with a fun 30-minute cooking class for $30.
Beaches
Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park - Often considered the best beach in Key West with clear water, great snorkeling, and beautiful sunset views. Smathers Beach - The largest public beach in Key West with soft sand, palm trees, and plenty of space to relax by the water. Higgs Beach - Quiet beach right by the venue.
Iconic Spots
Mallory Square - Famous for the nightly sunset celebration with street performers, music, and beautiful harbor views. Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - Visit the historic home where Ernest Hemingway lived and wrote, now famous for its beautiful gardens and six-toed cats. Southernmost Point Buoy - One of the most photographed landmarks in Key West marking the southernmost point of the continental United States. Dry Tortugas National Park - A stunning national park located about 70 miles west of Key West, famous for its crystal-clear water, snorkeling, and historic Fort Jefferson. Visitors can reach the park by ferry or seaplane for an unforgettable day trip. Harry S. Truman Little White House – A historic home turned museum where President Truman once stayed, offering a glimpse into Key West history. 🇺🇸
Local Shops
Kino Sandals - Handmade leather sandals made in Key West since 1966. Rodriguez Cigar Factory - A historic cigar factory where visitors can watch traditional cigar rolling and shop locally made cigars.
Activities
Sebago Watersports – Sailing, snorkeling, and sunset cruises. Fishing Charters – Key West is one of the best places in the world for deep sea fishing.
Stops Along the Way to Key West
f you're driving from Miami to Key West, the journey along the Overseas Highway is part of the experience! Here are a few fun places to stop along the way. Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World - A fun first stop in the Florida Keys with a huge outdoor store, aquarium displays, and great photo opportunities. There’s also a waterfront restaurant with a dock where you can enjoy a meal while looking out over the water. Alabama Jack's - A classic Keys dive bar and restaurant known for its laid-back atmosphere, cold drinks, and live music. Snappers Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar - A beautiful waterfront restaurant perfect for lunch with ocean views and fresh seafood. Robbie's of Islamorada - A famous stop where visitors can feed giant tarpon from the dock, browse local shops, and grab a bite to eat. Seven Mile Bridge - One of the most iconic parts of the drive with incredible views of turquoise water on both sides of the highway.