We’ve been on countless historic tours over the years and we truly do not understand how anyone could review this attraction poorly. The tour is factual and interesting but not dry; there is just enough humor to keep you smiling but not so much that it diminishes the quality of the information shared. The house and grounds are in fine condition, not at all shabby or unkempt. The guide does not keep guests “captive” in one room with endless narrative; the tour is informative while moving along at a comfortable speed: no need to get restless but also not rushed. The foliage on the property is lush and beautiful—worth the price of admission just to be in this idyllic tropical setting. And then, there are the cats…We suppose if you are not a cat lover this would not be an attraction but, as cat lovers, we were delighted to meet several of the furry personalities that live clearly happy, healthy and content lives here. We couldn’t help but notice that our tour guide, Ray, truly spoke lovingly toward his furry compatriots. His kindness and respect toward the cats made us treasure our visit to the Hemingway home even more. This was one of the highlights of our visit to Key West.
