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Harry S Truman Little White House

111 Front St, Key West, FL 33040
305 294 9911
Ranked #6 of 87 attractions in Key West
4.5 of 5 stars 504 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, History Museums, Museums
Owner description: As Florida’s only presidential museum, the Harry S. Truman Little White House was the winter White House for this country's 33rd president. Truman...... more » Owner description: As Florida’s only presidential museum, the Harry S. Truman Little White House was the winter White House for this country's 33rd president. Truman spent 175 days during 13 vacations in the home that is filled with original furnishing and memorabilia from Truman’s days. Presidents Taft, Eisenhower, Kennedy, Carter and Clinton also used the house. Guided tours offer guests a window into the world President Truman and life of a US president. « less
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Manchester, New Hampshire
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

We had tickets through the "paradise passport" from the Trolley Tour, and I thought this would end up being one of the more boring tours on the list, but I was pleasantly surprised. This ended up being one of our favorite tours! Our tour guide was fantastic and had personal experience living on the island during the Cuban Missile Crisis.... More

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Montgomery, Illinois
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11 reviews 11 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

Very informative and educational. Knew more about Truman after the tour. More

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Rockton, Illinois, United States
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

Nice jazz band for background music, fascinating tour, excellent catered meal, great venue. More

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Tampa, Florida
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9 reviews 9 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

it was ok, sucked you cant take pictures. price was a little high and suprisingly it wasnt as cool as we pictured. More

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Fairfax, Virginia
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

As a history buff, I enjoyed this exhibit. The property is very interesting and full of history and the guides are very well versed and able to answer questions from the group. Truman loved coming to Key West, where he could roam the streets and swim the beach safely. This is very close to Mallory Square and other sites to... More

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Kansas City, Missouri
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9 reviews 9 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

great tour, our guide was very knowledgeable and knew the history of the property very well. no pictures though. More

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Westerly, Rhode Island, United States
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012 NEW

Bought the combo ticket with the shipwreck museum. I like it, the tour guide David it made it interesting. More

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Fort Myers Beach, Florida
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012 NEW

A great little piece of history, shows a different side of an already interesting character. More

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Long Island, NY
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012 NEW

Excellent tour guide made this visit outstanding. Well worth the time. Exceptionally informative. More

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West Melbourne, Florida
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012 NEW

I have visited this piece of history 2 times, and each time I learn something new. Soooo much information, pictures, writings, and all sorts of original memorabilia. A must see! More

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