Harry S. Truman Little White House
Harry S. Truman Little White House
Harry S. Truman Little White House
4.5
Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • History Museums
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9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
About
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.
Suggested duration
1-2 hours
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from $24.69
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6,632 reviews
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Nicole B
Toledo, OH315 contributions
An interesting piece of presidential history here on Key West. It was fascinating to see where an old president spent a bit of time and the structure and function of an old Key West residence. Very neat to learn a bit more about him and see some memorabilia.
Written March 26, 2023
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TalkingTrout
Boston, MA13 contributions
Mar 2023
Our guide, Bob, was fantastic! Great stories, knowledgeable, and a fun sense of humor. You could tell he really enjoyed his job and treasures this historic house. We learned a lot!
Written March 25, 2023
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melissa
Houston, TX17 contributions
Mar 2023
The fee was worth the tour. Tour guide was knowledgeable and informative. He made you imagine what life was like in Key West then.
Written March 24, 2023
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Jeana P
Raleigh689 contributions
Mar 2023
Greg M was our tour guide and did a good job. He was especially sensitive and accommodating to one of the tourists in a wheelchair. I was surprised at the entry fee, especially since we had just left the Hemingway House and it was much less. We were told the tour would start “in one minute” and then we waited a good 10 minutes sweating in the heat. Once started, the tour was, at most, 30 minutes. Glad the home has AC. The neighborhood surrounding the home is very pretty and we enjoyed walking around there after we left the Little White House. Not sure I can recommend stopping here but if you are a big Truman fan, go for it.
Written March 22, 2023
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Ldeck
Philadelphia, PA161 contributions
Cut tour guide was amusing and informative. I knew fairly little about Truman prior to the tour and feel like I gained a decent understanding of the importance of his role in American history.
The grounds outside were also beautiful, consisting of many gorgeous, mature trees, which are well marked, and they have a $1 brochure as well.
The grounds outside were also beautiful, consisting of many gorgeous, mature trees, which are well marked, and they have a $1 brochure as well.
Written March 21, 2023
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JD R
7 contributions
Feb 2023
This is really kept nicely with period furnishings. I recommend the tour. Again the docents are amazing and bring the history to life. Many presidents used the facilities.
Written March 20, 2023
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Carrie D.
Cleveland, OH1,888 contributions
Feb 2023
We really enjoyed our tour at the Little White House. Our tour guide Rick as really knowledgeable and told great stories. The house was so well preserved and felt very much like a time capsule--it reminded me a bit of when I visited Graceland--just so well preserved. Our only real complaint was that our tour group was SO BIG. It really would have been so much better if the group had been maybe half the size. But overall, we enjoyed the visit.
Written March 19, 2023
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Hillory R
6 contributions
Mar 2023
Our tour guide made this tour worth it. So informative and you could tell he was excited about what he was talking about. If you like getting a snapshot in history this is a great home to visit.
Written March 15, 2023
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Geof J
Germantown, WI476 contributions
Feb 2023
I had wanted to visit this site as I am a Truman fan - and this site lived up to my expectations. The house is well preserved and furnished with the actual furnishings used by Truman and other presidents. It is a lovely home, and a taste of old Key West. It is also air-conditioned so if you need a break from the heat it is perfect for you. The highlight of our visit was the guided tour. Our guide was excellent - with a great grasp of the history and Truman stories and a knack for making sure everyone could hear. I would definitely recommend this if you love history or just want to see a bit of old Key West.
Written March 10, 2023
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Carrie H
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States141 contributions
Mar 2023
The knowledgeable guide brought things to life from the time of Truman and later. My knee is painful and he brought out a folding chair for the presentation and for me to use while the tour went up the steep stairs. I appreciate that flexibility.
Written March 8, 2023
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Are the tour guides interesting or are they boring history buffs with nothing else to do
John V
Sweet Valley, PA425 contributions
Ours was very interesting
bcmtravel
Pittsburgh1 contribution
Can you use the senior park pass to enter?
jehenson81
Washington DC, DC22,205 contributions
This house is not run by the US Park Service so you cannot. I recommend buying your passes online as that will save you a couple bucks.
dacranjel
West Park, NY27 contributions
did it survive Irma
Jennifer G
St. Augustine, FL
A message to our Truman Little White House community:
First and foremost, thank you for all the messages and well wishes sent our way during last week's storm. We wanted to be sure to notify you that our Tour Guides and Museum Staff in Key West are safe. While the Truman Little White House was spared by Hurricane Irma, we are using this time to assess any repairs and evaluate the status of our historic gardens.
As Truman himself once said, “America was not built on fear. America was built on courage, on imagination and an unbeatable determination to do the job at hand.” We would like to thank the many courageous members and volunteers who have dedicated their mornings to clearing the area of debris and downed trees.
We hope to be open for tours by the end of the week and appreciate your steadfast support. We look forward to an amazing season ahead and pray that you and your families were minimally impacted by the storm.
Follow us on Facebook for the latest news and updates.
Sincerely,
Key West Harry S. Truman Foundation Team
anthonygN8709OP
Fort Lauderdale, FL5 contributions
What is the dress code for men?
tania p
86 contributions
casual
Peggy T
Asheboro, NC118 contributions
What is the best way to get here from the cruise ship? How far away from the cruise ship port is this attraction? Also, how close is it to the Hemingway house?
Rod H
Owasso, OK7 contributions
Probably about a half-mile from the port. You could walk or take a short cab ride
Is it wheelchair accessible?
Bob W
Key West, FL3 contributions
The first floor is wheel chair accessible and the film shown on second floor is also shown on the first floor for guests with mobility issues.
Peter B
Prestatyn, Wales, United Kingdom52 contributions
How long does the tour take?
Keywestbob1946
Key West, FL1 contribution
The tours are offered every 15 to 20 minutes from 9 am till 4:30 pm every day of the year and last about 1 hour
Judy P
Roanoke, VA
What hours is the Little White House Open? Is it open 7 days a week?
The Harry S. Truman Little White House is open seven days a week from 9 am to 4:30 pm.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Harry S. Truman Little White House
- Harry S. Truman Little White House is open:
- Sun - Sat 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
- Harry S. Truman Little White House admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost $24.69, while a popular guided tour starts around $6.99 per person. See all 15 Harry S. Truman Little White House tickets and tours on Tripadvisor
- Harry S. Truman Little White House can be crowded, so we recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. See all 15 Harry S. Truman Little White House tickets and tours on Tripadvisor
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