Key West offers a variety of attractions, including Mallory Square for sunset watching, Duval Street for shopping and dining, and the southernmost point monument. Other popular spots include the Hemingway and Truman museums, beaches, and local cuisine.
Key West is a small town with so much to do! Someone will most likely ask you if you’ve seen the sunset in Mallory Square. Located on the northwest tip of Key West, this is where visitors and locals alike gather to watch the sunset and enjoy the many carnival-type activities, including tightrope walkers, fire eaters, and more.
Duval Street runs several blocks through Key West and is home to tons of shops, restaurants and bars. The Conch Tour Train is a great way to get a feel for what you might like to visit. Not only will you hear Key West history along the way, but you’ll be able to cover the area more quickly and know where you’ll want to return to spend more time. There are many other means of transport: electric cars, scooters and tram tours. The city itself is easy to navigate, on foot or by other means, because its streets are mostly grid-like.
The southernmost point is a popular destination for taking photos. The point is marked with a brightly colored buoy-shaped monument labeled “only 90 miles to Cuba.” Another popular attraction is the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. During a tour of the house where the author lived for a little over ten years, you’ll learn about Hemingway’s life and books, and get an up-close look at the descendants of the author’s six-toed cat.
Another popular Key West attraction is the Harry S. Truman Little White House Museum. The venue is on the National Register of Historic Places and is the only presidential museum in Florida. You can choose a guided tour or you can guide yourself through the botanical gardens.
While there isn’t much beach in Key West, it is there if you know where to find it, which is on the side of the Atlantic Ocean. One of the most popular is Dog Beach because it is dog friendly. Other beaches include Smathers Beach, Higgs Beach, Rest Beach and Broken Glass Beach. Beach activities include swimming, volleyball, snorkeling. Another favorite beach can be found at Fort Zachary Taylor State Park.
Of course, with all of this touring and exploring, you’re going to need nourishment and refreshment. Be sure to try the Key West specialties: key lime pie, fresh seafood, and a tropical drink.
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