Travel Guide Key West
Hidden Gems
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. It is at 907 Whitehead Street, across from the Key West Lighthouse, close to the southern coast of the island.
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Het Ernest Hemingway Huis en Museum
907 Whitehead StThe Ernest Hemingway House was the residence of American writer Ernest Hemingway in the 1930s. The house is situated on the island of Key West. It is at 907 Whitehead Street, across from the Key West Lighthouse, close to the southern coast of the island.
The Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory located at 1316 Duval Street, 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.
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Vlinder- en natuurreservaat van Key West
1316 Duval StThe Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory located at 1316 Duval Street, 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.
Visitors can walk up the 88 steps to the top of the light as well as explore the belongings, photographs, and words of the lighthouse keepers and their families.
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Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum
938 Whitehead StVisitors can walk up the 88 steps to the top of the light as well as explore the belongings, photographs, and words of the lighthouse keepers and their families.
Waterfront pier with restaurants & shops, known for its nightly festivals to watch the sunset. Most amazing spot to watch the sunset!!
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Mallory Square
400 Wall StWaterfront pier with restaurants & shops, known for its nightly festivals to watch the sunset. Most amazing spot to watch the sunset!!
The West Martello Tower is a historic martello tower in Key West. It is located at 1100 Atlantic Boulevard. West Martello Tower was completed, during the American Civil War.
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West Martello Tower
1100 Atlantic BlvdThe West Martello Tower is a historic martello tower in Key West. It is located at 1100 Atlantic Boulevard. West Martello Tower was completed, during the American Civil War.
The Southernmost Point Buoy is an anchored concrete buoy in Key West, marking the southernmost point in the continental United States, the lowest latitude land of contiguous North American states.
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Zuidelijkste punt van het continentale VS
1400 South StThe Southernmost Point Buoy is an anchored concrete buoy in Key West, marking the southernmost point in the continental United States, the lowest latitude land of contiguous North American states.
The Key West Aquarium is the only public aquarium in Key West. It is located at 1 Whitehead Street and is marked by Historic Marker 52.
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Key West Aquarium
1 Whitehead StThe Key West Aquarium is the only public aquarium in Key West. It is located at 1 Whitehead Street and is marked by Historic Marker 52.
The Key West Shipwreck Museum is located in Key West. It combines actors, films, and actual artifacts to tell the story of 400 years of shipwreck salvage in the Florida Keys.
Key West Firehouse Museum
1 Whitehead StreetThe Key West Shipwreck Museum is located in Key West. It combines actors, films, and actual artifacts to tell the story of 400 years of shipwreck salvage in the Florida Keys.
Smathers Beach is the largest public beach in Key West. It is approximately a half-mile long.
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Smathers Beach
2601 S Roosevelt BlvdSmathers Beach is the largest public beach in Key West. It is approximately a half-mile long.
Papa's Pilar Rum is inspired by Ernest "Papa" Hemingway and is based in the place Hemingway called home, Key West. Is a distilled spirits company dedicated to producing ultra-premium, multi-sourced artisanal rums.
Papa’s Pilar Rum Distillery, Hemingway Rum Company
201 Simonton StPapa's Pilar Rum is inspired by Ernest "Papa" Hemingway and is based in the place Hemingway called home, Key West. Is a distilled spirits company dedicated to producing ultra-premium, multi-sourced artisanal rums.
The Dry Tortugas are a small group of islands, located in the Gulf of Mexico at the end of the Florida Keys, about 67 miles west of Key West. From Key West, you can get there with the ferry, usually takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes. You will have a little over four hours to explore and enjoy Fort Jefferson and the beaches of the Dry Tortugas, and after that the ferry would take you back on the island.
Dry Tortugas
The Dry Tortugas are a small group of islands, located in the Gulf of Mexico at the end of the Florida Keys, about 67 miles west of Key West. From Key West, you can get there with the ferry, usually takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes. You will have a little over four hours to explore and enjoy Fort Jefferson and the beaches of the Dry Tortugas, and after that the ferry would take you back on the island.
Food scene
A few ideas for good places to eat & go out:
Waterfront dining at its best, located on the edge of the Gulf of Mexico with breathtaking views. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner or a sunset cocktail while taking in the scenery. Whether you want fresh local fish, juicy steak or a signature refreshing mojito, this is the spot for you to enjoy it.
Bistro 245
245 Front StreetWaterfront dining at its best, located on the edge of the Gulf of Mexico with breathtaking views. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner or a sunset cocktail while taking in the scenery. Whether you want fresh local fish, juicy steak or a signature refreshing mojito, this is the spot for you to enjoy it.
World Famous Willie T's offers the perfect respite in the middle of all the action of Duval Street. Famous for their constant LIVE MUSIC, daily drink specials, delicious food and friendly service.The kitchen is open for lunch, dinner and late night. From steaks to seafood to pizza and vegetarian choices.
Willie T's
525 Duval StWorld Famous Willie T's offers the perfect respite in the middle of all the action of Duval Street. Famous for their constant LIVE MUSIC, daily drink specials, delicious food and friendly service.The kitchen is open for lunch, dinner and late night. From steaks to seafood to pizza and vegetarian choices.
Open since 1933, this bar offers live music & dancing plus a separate tap room for sports-watching.
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Sloppy Joe's Bar
201 Duval StOpen since 1933, this bar offers live music & dancing plus a separate tap room for sports-watching.
Revered, longtime eatery offering Caribbean-American cuisine, ocean views & a wine bar.
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Louie's Backyard
700 Waddell AveRevered, longtime eatery offering Caribbean-American cuisine, ocean views & a wine bar.
Rustic joint with laid-back vibes dishing up signature breakfasts plus surf 'n' turf since 1909.
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Pepe's
806 Caroline StRustic joint with laid-back vibes dishing up signature breakfasts plus surf 'n' turf since 1909.
Iconic landmark for Floridian-Caribbean cuisine & key lime pie, with a funky setting.
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Blue Heaven
729 Thomas StIconic landmark for Floridian-Caribbean cuisine & key lime pie, with a funky setting.
The most delicious crepes and omelettes with a distinctive french flair.
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Banana Cafe
1215 Duval StThe most delicious crepes and omelettes with a distinctive french flair.
Santiago’s Bodega embodies the heart and soul of it’s original island home in Key West. Where characters, stories, cultures and food combine to create the perfect union.
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Santiago's Bodega | Key West
207 Petronia StSantiago’s Bodega embodies the heart and soul of it’s original island home in Key West. Where characters, stories, cultures and food combine to create the perfect union.
Fun and interesting activities
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Best tours and activities! From Jet Ski Tours, Snorkel Trips, Parasailing, Sunset Cruises, Kayak, and Paddleboard to Fishing Excursions; they have everything!!
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Fury Water Adventures Key West
0 Duval StBest tours and activities! From Jet Ski Tours, Snorkel Trips, Parasailing, Sunset Cruises, Kayak, and Paddleboard to Fishing Excursions; they have everything!!
Ocean Wellness Spa and Salon
829 Simonton St