Things To Do

The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum

DescriptionThe Ernest Hemingway House was the residence of author Ernest Hemingway in Key West, Florida, United States. It is at 907 Whitehead Street, across from the Key West Lighthouse, close to the southern coast of the island. On November 24, 1968, it was designated a U.S. National Historic Landmark.

Mallory Square

Waterfront square with restaurants & shops, known for its nightly festivals to watch the sunset.

Duval Street

DescriptionDuval Street is a downtown commercial zoned street in Key West, Florida, running north and south from the Gulf of Mexico to the Atlantic Ocean, just over 1.25 miles in length. It is named for William Pope Duval, the first territorial governor of Florida.

The Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory

DescriptionThe Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory located at 1316 Duval Street, Key West, Florida, United States is a butterfly park that houses from 50 to 60 different species of live butterflies from around the world in a climate-controlled, glass-enclosed habitat.

Truman Little White House

DescriptionThe Harry S Truman Little White House in Key West, Florida was the winter White House for President Harry S Truman for 175 days during 11 visits. The house is located in the Truman Annex neighborhood of Old Town, Key West.

Fort Zachary Taylor State Historic Site Outstanding Florida Water

The Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park, better known simply as Fort Taylor is a Florida State Park and National Historic Landmark centered on a Civil War-era fort located near the southern tip of Key West, Florida

Smathers Beach

DescriptionSmathers Beach is the largest public beach in Key West, Florida, United States. It 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, and begins at mile marker zero, the beginning of A1A.

Key West Lighthouse

DescriptionThe Key West Lighthouse is located in Key West, Florida. The first Key West lighthouse was a 65-foot tower completed in 1825. It had 15 lamps in 15-inch reflectors. The first keeper, Michael Mabrity, died in 1832, and his widow, Barbara, became the lighthouse keeper, serving for 32 years.

Dry Tortugas National Park

DescriptionDry Tortugas National Park is in the Gulf of Mexico, west of Key West, Florida. It comprises 7 islands, plus protected coral reefs. Garden Key is home to beaches and the 19th-century Fort Jefferson. Loggerhead Key has a lighthouse and sea turtles. On nearby Loggerhead Reef, the Windjammer Wreck, the remains of an 1875 ship, is a popular dive site. Bush Key is a nesting site for seabirds like sooty terns.

Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden

DescriptionThe Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden is a frost-free arboretum and botanical garden containing a collection of trees, shrubs, and palms, including several "champion tree" specimens. It is located on Stock Island in the municipality of Key West, Florida, United States. It is open daily.

West Martello Tower

DescriptionThe West Martello Tower is a historic martello tower in Key West, Florida, United States. It is located at 1100 Atlantic Boulevard. On June 24, 1976, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. West Martello Tower was completed, during the American Civil War.

The Key West Nature Preserve

Audubon House & Tropical Gardens

The Audubon House & Tropical Gardens is located at 205 Whitehead Street, Key West, Florida. Brick-pathed gardens offer a lush 1-acre view of orchids, bromeliads, and other tropical foliage, an herb garden and 1840-style nursery. The house has many antique furnishings purchased from estate sales and auctions in Europe.

Cafe Marquesa

The Award-Winning Cafe Marquesa One of Zagat's highest rated restaurants in Key West No visit to Key West is complete without a trip to Café Marquesa, a local and tourist favorite Key West restaurant. For a memorable dining experience, Café Marquesa’s "Contemporary American Cuisine” does not disappoint. Specialties include grilled meats and fresh, local seafood, complimented by inventive appetizers and salads as well as fresh baked breads and desserts made daily.

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Little Pearl

Neighborhood wine bar & restaurant. Perfect for intimate dining. Nestled in the heart of Old Town and away from the bustling downtown streets of Key West, Florida, sits an excellent spot for fresh local catch and innovative cuisine with a tropical twist. Make a reservation today, book us for your next event, or simply just drop in! Open for Dinner: 5-10pm Daily

Nine One Five

EXECUTIVE CHEF, BRENDAN ORR Chef Orr has called Key West home for 20 years and is well known locally for his New Island cuisine, an artful combination of fresh local fare, Caribbean spices, Asian influences and French technique. He is a six-time winner of the MARC House Master Chef's Classic and has overseen the culinary programs at several of the destination's most popular restaurants. He is currently the executive chef at First Flight and Nine One Five, and was previously the sous chef at Louie's Backyard, and executive chef at Roof Top Café, The Reach Resort, and Latitudes. Chef Orr also spent several years in Paris, France where he worked as executive chef of a bistro-style restaurant and helped ownership launch a second successful restaurant there. He completed his culinary apprenticeship at the American Culinary Federation in Jacksonville in 1995, prior to moving to France.

Thirsty Mermaid

Located in Key West, Thirsty Mermaid features Fresh Local Seafood, a selection of Oysters from East & West Coasts rotating daily, and a Full Raw Bar. OUR LUNCH AND DINNER MENU WILL BE SERVED ALL DAY! Raw Bar and Restaurant in Key West, Florida. Serving only the finest ingredients. Including fresh local catch, as well as an array of oysters and other choice seafood items for all those thirsty mermaids. Not to mention, an extensive list of craft beers and wines.

Bad Boy Burrito

We pride ourselves on using only the BEST elements in our dishes. All of our sauces are made in house and always with FRESH, often locally produced, raw ingredients. Hot off the flat, corn tortillas daily! The daily menu items are local favorites and proven to 'hit the spot' and satisfy your craving. Our chef inspired specials are unique, original, and thrilling guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds and bring you back again! Bad Boy Burrito in Key West will surely thrill you!

Pepe's Cafe

Louie's Backyard

In 1971, Louie Signorelli’s oceanfront Victorian home was transformed into Louie’s Backyard. The original restaurant seated only 12, and had one lone waiter. In 1983, Phil and Pat Tenney purchased and lovingly renovated Louie’s – with special attention to the maintenance of the buIlding’s historical integrity – and transformed it into the architectural delight it is today. Their efforts earned it a placement in the National Register of Historic Places. Today, Louie’s is a gourmand’s playground, a cafe-style restaurant with an oceanfront background setting – a must-do experience which has become a Key West tradition. Phil Tenney and his son Jed Tenney are at the helm, steering Louie’s Backyard into the future with it’s long standing traditions and excellence.

Seven Fish

Simple. Good. Food From humble beginnings over 20 years ago, Seven Fish has earned its place as a Key West Classic. Serving the freshest local fish in a casual, contemporary bistro setting, it is the perfect finish to your day. Unpretentious dishes, with a commitment to only the finest ingredients, and made from scratch every day, it is the meal you don’t want to end. Try our house specialty, Thai Curry Snapper, or any of our fresh fish dishes. Try the Banana Chicken or even the locals’ favorite, 7 Fish Meatloaf. There is something for everyone, lovingly prepared to exceed your expectations, including our specialty drinks and inspiring wine menu. Be sure to save room for one of our home made, classic desserts. You will love our beautiful atmosphere enjoy our warm, friendly staff and come back again and again for the remarkable food.

The Dirty Pig

Key West's only authentic smoked BBQ and Blues restaurant

Blackfin Bistro

5 Brothers Grocery and Sandwich Shop

Turtle Kraals

AN UNFORGETTABLE WATERFRONT DINING EXPERIENCE Whether you’re vacationing in Key West or a familiar local face, Turtle Kraals restaurant and bar is the prime spot for experiencing the island’s freshest seafood and laid-back, festive atmosphere. With cuisine reflecting the proximity of the Bahamas and the Caribbean, Turtle Kraals is an iconic waterfront destination just steps from Duval Street and the charming lanes of Old Town.

Glazed Donuts

Open 7:00 am - 3:00 pm Tuesday through Sunday, (Unless we sell out) CLOSED ON MONDAY'S Right in the heart of Old Town Key West, FL, is the donut shop you dreamt of as a kid. With coffee. (And paintings of giant robots.)

Onlywood Grill

BEST GRILL IN TOWN. A LONG ITALIAN FOOD TRADITION Just founded ONLYWOOD GRILL is the big brother of ONLYWOOD PIZZERIA TRATTORIA, in Key West since 2012. Authentic Italian cuisine, featuring homemade pastas mixed with imported and local ingredients. Pizza Napoletana is cooked in a massive imported from Italy brick wood fire oven, as the main ingredients as homemade mozzarella. And topped it off with an incredible Argentinian style woof fire grill to cook steaks and seafood to perfection! Last but not least, Onlywood grill offers you FULL LIQUOR AND A REAL BAR!

Mary Ellen's Bar & Restaurant

MARY ELLEN'S BAR IS A FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD BAR IN OLD TOWN KEY WEST, JUST OFF DUVAL STREET ON APPELROUTH LANE. WE OFFER BEERS, COCKTAILS, COLD AC AND A SELECTION OF COMFORT FOOD TO MAKE YOU HAPPY. THE BAR IS OPEN DAILY FROM NOON-4AM 363 DAYS A YEAR. THE KITCHEN AND DELIVERY IS OPEN • MONDAY-FRIDAY 3PM-4AM SATURDAY & SUNDAY NOON-4AM. WE SERVE GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES, CHICKEN WINGS, PIZZA, TATER-TOTS, FRENCH FRIES AND OTHER TREATS. FOOD IS AVAILABLE INSIDE AND AT OUR OUTSIDE TO-GO WINDOW. WE ALSO OFFER FREE DELIVERY IN OLD TOWN AND A SMALL CHARGE FOR ANYWHERE ELSE IN KEY WEST. CLICK HERE TO SEE MENU THERE IS USUALLY SOMETHING GOING ON AT NIGHT, LIVE MUSIC, DJS, CHARITY VIBRATOR RACES, SPORTS, AND OTHER RANDOM EVENTS. PLEASE CHECK OUR FACEBOOK OR INSTAGRAM FOR UPDATED SCHEDULES.

El Siboney Restaurant

Fine Cuban Cuisine Our family-friendly Cuban restaurant offers the best in authentic Cuban dishes at budget conscious prices. Our patrons come back over and over to order their favorite dishes by number, like our #1: Roast Pork, or #7: Siboney Steak. Our Cuban Mix Sandwich is a big hit with the lunch time crowd, and don't forget to call an hour ahead to experience our mouthwatering Paella Valenciana. Our staff and clientele speak both Spanish and English fluently.

Uva Wine Shoppe

BY DAY, AN ITALIAN-INSPIRED ESPRESSO BAR BY NIGHT, AN AWARD-WINNING WINE & COCKTAIL BAR ​ Since opening its doors in the heart of downtown Vancouver's cultural and entertainment district, Uva has garnered the attention of Vancouverites and industry professionals as one of Vancouver's top wine and cocktail bars. Winning numerous awards over the years for its seasonal cocktail and varied wine program, it has solidified itself as one of the best place to get a drink UVA BY NIGHT Enticing cocktails, refined wines, eclectic import beers — Uva Wine & Cocktail Bar is downtown Vancouver’s enclave for connoisseurs of wines and spirits seeking a sanctuary that caresses the eye as well as the palate. From the finest charcuterie, to artisan cheeses, hard-to-find wine selections to hand-crafted cocktails, indulge in Uva Wine & Cocktail Bar’s cosmopolitan, yet relaxed atmosphere. ​

Tiki House

tiki expresses our desire to escape Have you ever asked yourself, "What is Tiki anyways?" Well, in its truest form, "Tiki" is actually quite simple: it expresses our desire to escape. The historical Tiki Cocktail movement originated in California at the beginning of the 20th Century. This was a time when drinks were made with real fruit, ingredients were kept secret, and rum was poured freely! Our goal is to give you a glimpse into the traditional world of tiki by using authentic and unique tiki cocktails to create a paradise within paradise. After all, the sole purpose of a tiki bar is to offer an experience that you can see, hear, feel and of course, drink!

Key West First Legal Rum Distillery

We consider our self trained mojito masters. Why you ask? We sailed to Cuba on the Schooner Wolf and were the first Americans to Run Rum to Cuba. Now you would say it takes some huevous to bring rum from Key West to Cuba, as they have amazing rum. We wanted to say thank you for the 80 some years that they ran rum to Key West and the Florida Keys by buying them a round with ours! ​ The bonus that was given to use by the Cuban people was training us how to make Cuban Mojitos, as they make the best. My name is Paul Menta, menta means "mint" in spanish so i better make a dam good one! ​ We went to the famous and not so famous bars, homes and drinking places and we shown the secrets with the techniques on how to make a Real Mojito! ​ We now share this information in classes with The Key West Mojito Rums we make. Our goal is to train you to make them and enjoy with your family and friends and be the place that "The Mojito Party" happens.

Hot Tin Roof

Our Key West restaurant offers casual elegance and the best waterfront dining overlooking the Key West Harbor. Our restaurant pays homage to Tennessee Williams, a frequent Key West guest, by playing on the title of one of his most well-known plays, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. The Hot Tin Roof restaurant menu is a mix of seafood and land fare prepared in a unique culinary style with a mélange of tastes and fragrances, combining traditional Florida with Caribbean influences.

First Flight Island Restaurant & Brewery

Green Parrot Bar

Smallest Bar Inn, home of the Worlds Smallest Bar

THE KEY WEST HOTEL ALSO KNOWN AS THE SMALLEST BAR HOTEL AND INN IS A POPULAR PLACE TO STAY Old Custom House Inn is a popular Key West place to stay. We are also known as the Smallest Bar Inn, which yes, is the location for the famous landmark, The Smallest Bar in Key West! Not only is the Inn a perfect place for the budget minded but the charming, quaintness of all of the rooms just adds to your stay. We are located right on Duval Street in Key West, walking distance to everything Old Town Key West has to offer. You can walk from our Key West Inn to get to fishing trip, sunset sail, Mallory Square, to the Hemingway House and many Old Town Key West Attractions

Tree House

BottleCap

friendly "Cheers" Bar with a cozy patio area, TV's, a virtual Jukebox, Pool Table and Liquor TO GO all inside this wonderful entertainment venue called home by many locals and tourist alike! BottleCap is open from 11 AM until 4 am daily. BOTTLECAP IS THE HOME OF COMEDY KEY WEST! Professional and Local Stand Up Comedy shows every Thursday & Friday night. Doors open 7:30 PM - show starts 8:30 PM. 2 drink minimum per person in showroom. Check out the weekly schedule and purchase tickets at www.comedykeywest.com.

Tipsy Rooster Liquor Store & Bar

EVERYTHING YOU WANT Liquor Store Stock Up For Later…Whether you’re on a rum run or looking to prepare for today’s sunset with a new flavor, we have what you need to keep the good times going. Featuring a large selection of products distilled in Key Bar Drink Now….Its cocktail time all the time in Key West! Have a drink at our bar on your way downtown, meet up with friends to start your Key West adventure or just chill with a specialty drink and pizza while relaxing in the sand. We make some of the best specialty cocktails on the island featuring house-infused liquors.

Flying Monkeys

Welcome to Fogarty’s, a laid-back and casual restaurant on Duval Street in the heart of Old Town Key West, Florida. Fogarty’s is THE place to eat lunch or dinner! We’re known for our great food, huge portions, friendly service, fun atmosphere, and world famous Flying Monkey Saloon frozen drinks! Our menu has it all – classic American dishes, BBQ, fresh burgers, Key West staples like conch fritters, Asian and Italian inspired dishes, and fresh seafood with an island twist.