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Things to do in Key West

Key West's landmarks trace its odd history as a wrecking port, cigar town, and literary hideaway, all wrapped up in candy-colored…
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Small, quirky, and personal — Key West's museums lean into shipwrecks, eccentrics, and outsider art rather than grand…
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Old Town Key West is built for wandering on foot or by bike — porch-lined lanes, a chaotic party street, and a working harbor at…
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Tropical, dense, and a little wild — Key West's green spaces double as bird sanctuaries and butterfly houses.
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Key West's beaches are small and rocky rather than powder-sand, but the water is warm and calm nearly year-round.
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Water is the whole point of Key West — snorkeling, sailing, and fishing dominate the activity list, alongside its famous sunset…
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The Overseas Highway connects Key West to the rest of the Florida Keys, making several worthwhile day trips possible by car or…
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Key West after dark trades quiet streets for open-air bars, live music spilling onto sidewalks, and a laid-back party spirit that…
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With Kids

Beyond the historic landmarks, Key West has a playful side built for its youngest visitors. Splash pads, a touch-tank aquarium,…
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Key West runs on a rhythm of festivals, block parties, and sunset gatherings that unfold across the island all year long. From…
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Beyond the crowded piers and famous facades, Key West hides a quieter side: overgrown gardens, oddball museums, and cemetery…
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Key West does not host a European-style Christmas market, but the island still leans hard into a tropical version of the season…
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Explore Key West on the Map

Peak season runs December through April, with warm, dry weather and the biggest crowds/prices (especially around New Year's and Fantasy Fest in late October).…
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Key West International Airport (EYW) has direct flights from several US hubs, though fares run high — many visitors fly into Miami or Fort Lauderdale and drive…
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Duval Street is packed with T-shirt shops and souvenir stands, but look for local Key lime products, hot sauce, and hand-rolled cigars from small…
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Fantasy Fest (late October) — Key West's answer to Mardi Gras, ten days of costumes, parades, and parties. Key West Songwriters Festival (May) draws Nashville…
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Day 1: Old Town Highlights Hemingway House, Key West Lighthouse, lunch on Duval Street, afternoon at the Butterfly Conservatory, sunset at Mallory Square. Day…
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The Southernmost Point buoy at sunrise, before the line forms. Mallory Square at sunset for the classic silhouette shot. The colorful Bahama Village lanes and…
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United States standard: 120V, 60Hz, Type A/B plugs (two flat pins, sometimes with a round grounding pin). Visitors from Europe, the UK, or Australia need a…
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Try Key lime pie at its source — the frozen chocolate-dipped slice-on-a-stick is a local trademark. Conch fritters and conch salad (ceviche-style) reference…
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  • Near the historic core
  • Near the main nightlife strip
  • Quieter residential streets a short bike ride from downtown
  • Marina-adjacent and waterfront lodging
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  • Unmistakable atmosphere
  • The sunset tradition
  • Easy island pace
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  • Budget ($120-180/day)
  • Mid-range ($250-400/day)
  • Luxury ($550-1000+/day)
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  • Key West Historic Sites Combo Pass
  • Go City Key West Pass
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