Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum
Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum: Hours, Address, Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum Reviews: 4.5/5
Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum
Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum
4.5
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Operated by the Key West Art & Historical Society, the Keys oldest cultural non-profit. The mission of the Key West Art & Historical Society is to preserve the culture of the Florida Keys through exhibiting and displaying regional art, architecture and history for the purpose of educating the community and visiting public.
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TA_Mom
Virginia13 contributions
Amazing view!
Oct 2021
Have to admit, climbing narrow spiral stairs (88 of them) was a small challenge. Thankfully, when people are coming up, no one is allowed to start down and vice versa. It provides a 360 degree view of the surrounding area with major locations highlighted on photos. The keepers' quarters and museum were really interesting, lots of history and information about coastal lighthouses. Well worth the cost. And a hint - if you scan a QR code at the entrance and buy your ticket that way, it's $2 off.
Written October 25, 2021
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Gail M
14 contributions
Nice place to learn some history
Oct 2021
Wasn't able to climb the lighthouse and see the view, wish I could have. I feel that should be monitored a bit better. Only let a small group climb the stairs and then when that group came down send the next group up, due to the narrow stairs.
Written October 14, 2021
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Michele L
4 contributions
Best Sunset Experience
Sep 2021
We booked the private sunset experience and quite honestly cannot rate this high enough! It was a spectacular experience that I suggest everyone book if they have the opportunity.
Written October 4, 2021
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Desiree
Franklinville, NJ298 contributions
Cute lighthouse/tour
Sep 2021 • Couples
Lighthouse tour was short and sweet. Self
Guided. Very nice staff and grounds. I’m glad we took the time to stop here on our trip
Guided. Very nice staff and grounds. I’m glad we took the time to stop here on our trip
Written October 3, 2021
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Coyote-Travelerz
Jacksonville, FL1,398 contributions
Worth a Visit
Oct 2021 • Couples
Initially unsure about the reward for the price, we throughly enjoyed our visit. Everyone we met that worked there was friendly and welcoming. We enjoyed talking to them and learning more about the Lighthouse and Key West in general.
The views from the top of the lighthouse are nice but it can be windy at the top.
The views from the top of the lighthouse are nice but it can be windy at the top.
Written October 2, 2021
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Sherry J
The Villages, FL26 contributions
Lots of Florida history
Sep 2021
The view from the light house was wonderful where points of interest were plainly displayed. The Keeper's quarters provided a lot of history regarding the many light houses around The Key's.
Written September 23, 2021
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adcrumpton
Phoenix, AZ128 contributions
Girl Power - three female Lighthouse Keepers
Sep 2021
I wanted to visit the site to learn more about the female lighthouse keepers - it's a fascinating bit of history to read about the families who stayed at the lighthouse and their roles. The house was filled with informative exhibits. The grounds have some beautiful trees. While we were there they were installing flood lights to illuminate the property at night, I can imagine this will be so lovely.
Tip: Buy your tickets in advance for a bit of a discount.
Tip: Buy your tickets in advance for a bit of a discount.
Written September 20, 2021
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marybethm99
Sevierville, Tennessee14 contributions
Key West Lighthouse
Sep 2021
Always the best view of the island... I love the Key West lighthouse and museum. If you go to Key West, don't miss this.
Written September 18, 2021
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FarmGirl436
Brookfield, OH557 contributions
Only 88 steps to great views
Aug 2021 • Couples
We have gone in a few light houses and this was the smallest…..which was good. The information and displays are great. My husband talked a long time with one of the workers and he was very informative. We were able to pick out certain buildings around the top decking.
Written September 9, 2021
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Kelley B
9 contributions
visit!
Aug 2021
Even though it is 88 steps up, it is worth the view. You will see a lot of history here. Interesting to see how it worked. Also, I don't think there are a lot of lighthouses that you can get into so if you can, do it. You can see it all in less than an hour. It's across from the Hemingway House.
Written August 11, 2021
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how is parking at lighthouse
arod124
Galveston, TX122 contributions
If you drive, there is parking. We parked around the block. Just make sure you don't park in a designated residential only space. You will be ticketed. A very nice local lady gave us a heads up on the residential parking spaces. After leaving, we saw a small parking lot with not a lot of cars in it.
Threeladybug
Raleigh, NC118 contributions
Anyone know how she faired during Irma?
Leila K
Boynton Beach, FL78 contributions
I do not know but I know much of Duvall ST. survived the storm
Leila K
Boynton Beach, FL78 contributions
Is there a charge for the Lighthouse; if so how much? Thank you
Pamela M
Oakland, California52 contributions
Hi Yes there is a fee for the lighthouse. It costs $10. to go in the lighthouse & museum. There are 80-90 steps to the top, where you can go outside and walk around the top of the lighthouse. It is a narrow stairway with people going up & down. The lighthouse is located on Whitehead street across from the Hemingway House.
louisebap
Enola, PA
Im 84 and would need to stop and rest both ways,but I would like to experience it,opinions
Curiosity551354
31 contributions
Unlike some of the other light houses this one does not have landings to rest on.
I have a bad back and weak legs, and asthma, it was a struggle for me but i made it and it was well worth the struggle.
BigMelch18
Hampton, GA35 contributions
Is it tough to climb up to the top? Members in our group struggle with climbs that are too steep.
StevefromExeter
Exeter, NH50 contributions
The stairs are very very narrow, it can be a little frightening passing someone going the opposite direction. There's really no where to stop to rest. But I wouldn't necessarily say it's really steep.
David H
PONTE VEDRA BEACH220 contributions
where is it
MarshaStep
Ellicott City, MD18 contributions
The lighthouse is located at 938 Whitehead Street and is very near the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum.
Sally G
Plantation, FL13 contributions
How far is it from the cruise port ??
Annabella1969
Montville, NJ97 contributions
Nothing is far away in Key West.....ride a bike or rent a scooter.....HAVE FUN!
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- Sun - Sat 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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