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Southernmost Point

Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040
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Ranked #40 of 83 attractions in Key West
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Description: A colorful landmark buoy and spectacular sunsets make the southernmost spot in the Continental U.S. a special place to visit.
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW via mobile

Yes we did walk over to get our photos. Nice view, no line. It was cool. Glad we did it. Nice touristy spot you need to say I was there

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Sassenheim, The Netherlands
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

... because it is not the southernmost point (that is on a closed part of the naval base) ... its just a concrete block that's painted ... you have to wait in line for too long to pose in front of this thing ... it isn't even a beautiful point to make a picture of ... its not near anything... More

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Miami Beach, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

It is a small corner where they placed what they call the Southernmost Point Buoy, it is painted and says 90 miles to Cuba etc. Great photo op depending on when you go you may have to stand and wait to take a pic as there are many many tourists looking for that same shot. I was really interested in... More

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Blue Bell, Pennsylvania
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

Purely a tourist attraction, this enormous cement buoy represents the southern most point in the continental United States. The line during the day to take a photo in front of this "monument" can get long, so it's best to go during non-peak times, such as early in the morning or during dinner time or later. And, try to avoid getting... More

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tinton falls, nj
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

we were on a cruise recently and arrived at the dock at key west. we took a short walk along the main roads till the southern most point. have a nice picture and enjoy the walk. go a little ahead and turn left to enjoy the small beach. the walk to the point was the most enjoyable. the path is... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013 via mobile

I know people who go here just to get a picture to have in there home or office. People were waiting in line just to get a picture. Remember take a picture for the person in front of you so that they can take on for you. having been to Cuba this was on my bucket list as i wanted... More

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Winter Haven, Florida
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

If you are this far south you may as well take your picture at the southernmost point in the United States. Depending on the number of other people that want their pic there too you may be waiting in line for a while. Really though, is the line is long go find something else to do and check back later.... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2013

There is something very cool about knowing you are at the southernmost point in the USA! We parked at the meters near the southermost beach cafe & took a walk to the "point". There seems to always be a line of tourists waiting to take picures, but everyone tends to be helpful in taking pictures for your group. Take the... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013

Probably a must see so you can show pictures to your friends! It is basically just a sign and there was a 20min waiting line so make sure you buy a coconut while waiting :) It is easy to park on the street next to it. Like the previous reviewers said, total strangers just offer to take pictures of you... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013 via mobile

Really not much to see or do just a photo op from a moring bouy. There is a line to take photos Nd plenty of peoe to help with your picture if you pay the same respects to them. I came I saw and I moved on

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