Things to Do in Key West

Things to Do in Key West, FL - Key West Attractions

Things to Do in Key West

It’s all about the good life: from beautiful beaches and nature (like butterfly-watching and snorkeling) to bar hopping on Duval Street in Old Town.

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Key West Sunset Sail with Full Bar, Live Music & Hors D'oeuvres
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Key West Jet Ski Tour: Free 2nd Rider
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Shark and Wildlife Viewing Adventure in Key West
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Half-Day Fishing Tour in Key West
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Key West Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour
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$39.85
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Key West Craft Cocktail Crawl
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Private E-Pedicab 2 Hours Guided Tour of Old Town Key West
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Ports of Call Tours
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Robert the Doll Experience VIP Ghost Tour at Fort East Martello
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Key West Florida Reef Half-Day Snorkeling Excursion
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Florida Keys Reef Snorkel & Sail Adventure
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$79.00
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Top Attractions in Key West

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1. Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory

Nature & Wildlife Areas

This popular conservatory houses over 50 different types of butterflies from all over the world, against a lush backdrop of greenery.

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2. The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum

Speciality Museums

Ernest Hemingway lived and wrote in this for ten years. During that time he wrote seventy percent of his life-time works. Today we operate as a museum providing guided tours every fifteen minutes from nine to five. The Museum is available for weddings and corporate events. Visit this National Historic Landmark, Literary Landmark and recognized by the Library of Congress for its importance in U.S. History. Grand Architecture, Lush Gardens, Educational Tours, Book Store/Gift Shop and the world famous Poly dactyl (six-toed cats).

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3. Dry Tortugas National Park

National Parks

Consisting of seven small islands and Fort Jefferson, this national park is the westernmost extent of the Florida Keys and is only accessible by boat.

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4. Truman Little White House

Historic Sites

Admission tickets from $24.67

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.

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5. Mallory Square

Points of Interest & Landmarks

Welcome to Mallory Square where the fun starts and the sun sets. Everything Key West is famous for comes together in this one special place set on historic waterfront. Mallory Square is home to shops, restaurants, and many of the islands most popular attractions. Come for the day and stay into the night. There's always something happening in Mallory Square.

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6. Duval Street

Points of Interest & Landmarks

This street is the bustling heart of Key West, and a great spot to experience the city's culture and nightlife. It's filled with fantastic restaurants, lively bars, art galleries, and shops selling unique gifts, clothes, and hand-rolled cigars. And don't forget to stand in line to take a photo at the Southernmost Point Buoy, which is just a block away. In the evening, you sip on a margarita and enjoy an al fresco meal, or join a haunted pub crawl and ghost tour of the area. Visit during the shoulder season between March and May when the weather is still pleasant, and the crowds are smaller. – Tripadvisor

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