Key West
Key West, the southernmost point in the United States, is famous for watersports, lively nightlife, beaches, historic sites and its pastel, conch-style architecture.
Duval Street, one of the most energetic strips of shops, bars and cafes anywhere, offers Sloppy Joe’s bar, a favorite Key West hangout of novelist Ernest Hemingway. And, for the more sober-minded, there’s Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. (Look for the celebrated six-toed cats).
Walking tours of Key West are the best way to see the island’s intriguing homes, courtyards, and gardens. Start in the center of town at the Key West City Cemetery, which offers a glimpse of Key West’s past and its offbeat sense of humor, as exhibited by gravestones that read, “I told you I was sick,” and “At least I know where he’s sleeping tonight.”
Time to refuel? Key West Food Tours offers nourishment for the body and soul.
Plan your trip at The Florida Keys & Key West.
BEACHES
Swim, snorkel, and sunbathe at Key West’s beaches.
- Smathers Beach
- Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park
- South Beach
- Clarence S. Higgs Memorial Beach Park
- Simonton Street Beach
FAMILY FUN
Key West has much to offer families of all ages.
- Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory
- Key West Aquarium
- Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden
- More family-friendly attractions
MUSEUMS, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Experience film, museums, galleries and visual arts, and literature.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
Explore the great outdoors, island-style.
PET-FRIENDLY ADVENTURES
Dogs love Key West, from the beach to boats to bars.
ACCESSIBILITY
Key West is full of accessible attractions for travelers with disabilities, from museums to state parks to beaches.
DINING & NIGHTLIFE
Florida Keys cuisine melds diverse, local, and delicious influences.
SHOPPING
Key West is a walkable town with plenty of shops and retail areas, including famed Mallory Square.
PLACES TO STAY
There are plenty of ways to stay in Florida's southernmost subtropical paradise.
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Quick Facts
Island style, southernmost point
Nearest Airport
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