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West Martello Tower

Atlantic Blvd and White St, Key West, FL
305-294-3210
Ranked #9 of 87 attractions in Key West
4.5 of 5 stars 89 Reviews
Type: Observation Decks/ Towers, Gardens
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Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
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12 reviews 12 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

The old tower which was never completely finished is now a garden. It is a nice place to photograph flowers, brickwork, plants, and the ocean around it. It is not for everyone but it is a nice escape from the t-shirt shops and bars. There is no fee but they request a donation to help keep the garden going. More

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

its free! which is rare in the keys, but it was very beautiful, i got lots of pics and the staff was nice. When we were leaving they were having a wedding which was cute. will go again when visiting More

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Windermere, Florida
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

We mainly wanted to come to the West martello Tower to see Robert but learned a lot of Key West History as well. Very interesting place to go. More

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Kennewick, Washington
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

We were offered a map and some information by the volunteer at the entrance. Of course, we were encouraged to donate - my policy was to wait and see if it was worth donating to first. Well, I did end up donating. It was nicely taken care of and I liked how the everthing labeled. I learned a lot, and... More

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Samoens, France
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9 reviews 9 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

Drab , dirty,rundown ,man at the entrance non chalant .water fountain had no water ither More

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Orlando, Florida
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

I want to get married here. It's so romantic. It's a non-profit, volunteer-based garden club. More

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columbus 43221
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17 reviews 17 reviews
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

it is amazing that this island has such vast amounts of history More

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DC Metro
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8 reviews 8 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012

Knowledgeable guide, calm, cool, restful grounds with nice selection of native and exotic plants. Kept looking for the source of the exotic scent wafting around, but never pinpointed it. Plenty of places to sit in the shade and regroup after hot day walking around Key West. More

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Pennsylvania
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2012

My husband and I were married here in 2002. It is quiet and lovely. There is a gazebo that overlooks the ocean and lots of trees and flowers. I plan on going back this July for our 10th wedding anniversary. More

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Portland, OR
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

This is worth a short visit, longer if you happen to hit the annual Orchid Show or another event (as we did). Nice garden area, palm tree-canopied benches overlooking the beach. More

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