Maria & Joseph
Eccentric and Historic Key West
Key West Marriott Beachside Hotel
The Marriott Beachside Resort is the site of Maria and Joe's wedding.
The Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory
Spend an hour wandering while exotic butterflies land on your shoulders. And then say hello to Rhett and Scarlett, the resident flamingos.
Truman Little White House
Step back into the days of President Harry Truman and tour the Winter White House which has served and housed all of the US Presidents since Truman. See the home just a it was when Truman spent his winters here. This is a living history museum.
Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park
If you are looking for white sandy beaches, you came to the wrong island. Key West is an island of coral rock but has a stunning beach in this beautiful and historic state park. Tour this military fort which dates back to the Civil War. You won't believe how much history is located in this 2 mile by 4 mile island.
Conch Tour Train
Taking the Conch Train is one of the best things to do first when you arrive. You will get a narrated tour of Old Town from the famous Duval Street up to the historic forts and the White Street Pier. You will be ready to explore the city on your own after you take this ride.
Key West Ghost Tours by Ghosts & Gravestones
Did you know the Spanish settlers originally named of Key West Cayo Hueso? Find out why the name meaning Island of Bones is appropriate for this haunted town. After the sun goes down, the tour sets out to show you the paranormal hotspots of historic Key West..... if you dare.
Key West Shipwreck Museum
During the golden age of sail, over 100 ships per day passed by Key West. The waters they were sailing were well known as some of the most treacherous in the world. On average, at least one ship per week would wreck somewhere along the Florida Reef. Climb the Observation Tower and imagine spotting a shipwreck and its treasures.
Mel Fisher Maritime Museum
The Mel Fisher Maritime Museum exists to research, interpret, and exhibit the maritime history of Florida and the Caribbean in ways that increase knowledge, enrich the spirit, and stimulate inquiry.Before becoming the home of the Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Society, this building played a vital role in the naval presence in Key West, Florida. The U.S. Navy originally constructed the building in the early 1900s as a “Storehouse for Supplies and Accounts.”
Key West Museum of Art & History at the Custom House
Originally home to the island’s customs office, postal service, and district courts, this four-story architectural marvel was built to keep pace with the increasing population and wealth accumulating from Key West’s lucrative trade routes and maritime industries. The imposing structure is a tremendous exemplar of Richardsonian Romanesque architecture which was typical for Federal building projects near the end of the 19th century. Positioned adjacent to the U.S. Naval base, the Custom House was the site of many significant historical events, most notably the inquiry into the sinking of the USS Maine in Havana harbor in 1898.
Key West Cemetery
The Key West Cemetery is at the center of Old Town – halfway between the Historic Key West Seaport and West Martello Tower. It has several entrances, but you should make a point to start at the northwest corner at Passover Lane and Angela Street because a small office there has excellent free walking tour guides. With a walking tour guide in hand, the Key West cemetery reveals fascinating stories of Key West and its people.
Key West Historic Seaport
Visit the Key West Historic Seaport & enjoy world class dining, shopping, live music, accommodations, museums & water excursions all while soaking up breathtaking views. The Key West Historic Seaport is a twenty-acre facility that has become the go-to destination for those wishing to experience a blend of the old with the new Key West. Key West Historic Seaport offers a variety of transportation options for arriving at the Seaport as well as getting around while you’re at the Seaport. From walking, biking, Conch Electric Cars, the Conch Tour Train and Old Town Trolley Tours there are plenty of ways to see the Historic Seaport.
Southernmost Point of the Continental US
The Southernmost Point Buoy is an anchored concrete buoy in Key West, Florida, marking the southernmost point in the continental United States, the lowest latitude land of contiguous North American states. It is 18 feet above sea level. It is the most photographed location in Key West.
Lazy Dog Adventures/Kayak and Paddle Boards.
A Key West kayak rental is a great way to explore the mangrove creeks and surrounding nature. A map and lesson are included so you can explore on your own! Paddle at a relaxing pace and explore the shallow, blue-green waters of the Key West backcountry from the comfort of your kayak!
Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden
The 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.
Aqua Bar and Nightclub
Adults visitors to Key West can't leave without attending one of the best drag shows in the country. Cast aside your mid-west mindsets and experience what makes Key West hallmark entertainment show-stopper!
La Te Da Cabaret
La te Da is renowned for first class entertainment and the Cabaret features original shows from top performers such as Christopher Peterson and Randy Roberts, known for their lively and humorous Broadway style shows in Key West. Both performers offer impersonations of iconic showbiz greats such as Cher, Judy Garland, Better Midler and many, many more. There are many drag shows in Key West but La te Da Cabaret offers so much more as their entertainers sing live and produce their own unique performances which have wowed audiences both here and countrywide for many years. With the La te Da Cabaret hosting some of the top shows in Key West it is recommended that you book in advance and arrive early to ensure you get a good seat. Order one of our fabulous cocktails, sit back and enjoy the show!
Smathers Beach
Smathers Beach is the largest public beach in Key West, Florida, United States. It is approximately a half mile long. It is known for its sandy beaches, parasailing and sailboarding. Rent a few beach chairs and umbrellas and soak up the tropical sun ..... be sure to use sunscreen. 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. The beach is lined with coconut trees and is often crowded with tourists and locals alike. On September 2, 2013, long-distance swimmer Diana Nyad arrived on Smathers Beach after swimming 110 miles (166 kilometers) from Havana, Cuba. It was the first time a person had ever swam from Cuba to Florida without a shark cage
Margaritaville Key West
I think Jimmy Buffet says it best. Stop in for the best margarita in town (according to Maria's mom).
The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum
The Ernest Hemingway House was the residence of American writer Ernest Hemingway in the 1930s. The house is situated on the island of Key West in Florida. It is at 907 Whitehead Street, across from the Key West Lighthouse, close to the southern coast of the island. Get an up close look at the life and lifestyle of one of America's most famous authors.
Captain Tony's
Stop in for a cold drink at the bar where Ernest Hemingway began his days in Key West. You thought Sloppy Joe's was the first? Nope, it is Captain Tony's where Hemingway spent his days and nights.
Historic Harbor Tours Key West
This is Maria's mom's favorite activity for out of town guests. This is a living museum of Key West history on the water. If you are looking to sail the harbor try this tour and see if you can "win a beer" playing trivia with the captain.
The Basilica of St. Mary Star of the Sea
The Basilica of St. Mary Star of the Sea is a Minor Basilica of the Catholic Church located in Key West, Florida, United States. It is one of the oldest Catholic parishes in the state of Florida and the oldest parish in the Archdiocese of Miami. Because of its location between the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean it was placed under the patronage of Our Lady, Star of the Sea. To the west of the Church is the Grotto containing the statues of Our Lady of Lourdes and Saint Bernadette which was dedicated on May 25, 1922, the Feast of the Ascension and the 25th anniversary of Sister Louis Gabriel’s entrance into the religious profession of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary. Tradition tells us that Sister Gabriel said on that dedication day that as long as the Grotto stood, “Key West would never experience the full brunt of a hurricane.” And as all residents can attest, there has not been a severe storm on the island since the erection of the Grotto in 1922.
Mallory Square
Mallory Square has always been the hub of Key West’s social and commercial life from the time of the city’s beginning in the early 1820’s. It is where master wrecker Asa Tift’s ships’ laden goods from the shipwrecks would dock and then be stored in his warehouses on the waterfront. It is where the town folk would come to exchange news, gossip and shop. Fast forward a century-and-a-half and you will find that Mallory Square is still the center of Key West with restaurants, shops, theater, museums, live entertainment and the most spectacular sunsets to be found anywhere
USCGC Ingham Maritime Museum
With over 50 years of service around the world, USCGC INGHAM is a quintessential portrait of Coast Guard history from 1936 to 1988. Ingham served with distinction during World War II on convoy duty. Protecting ships ferrying vital supplies to Britain, Ingham battled stormy weather, German U-boats, and enemy aircraft. On 15 December 1942, during one crossing, Ingham engaged and sank the enemy submarine U-626.[3] After 1944, Ingham served as an amphibious flagship and she would later take part in three campaigns in the Pacific Theater. Ingham was the last active warship in the US fleet with a U-Boat kill.
Sunset Watersports
This is the Ultimate Key West Watersports Combo. Join them for the Do It All Watersports Adventure, where you get to do 12 different watersport activities including jetskis, parasailing, snorkeling, banana boat rides, grilled lunch, drinks and unlimited draft beer on the ride back in. This is one of Key West’s best watersports packages.
Yankee Freedom III Dry Tortugas Ferry
Almost 70 miles (113 km) west of Key West lies the remote Dry Tortugas National Park. This 100-square mile park is mostly open water with seven small islands. Accessible only by boat or seaplane, the park is known the world over as the home of magnificent Fort Jefferson, picturesque blue waters, superlative coral reefs and marine life, and the vast assortment of bird life that frequents the area.