TOP 10 Things to Do In Key West
The "must-do" list when in Key West
KEY WEST, FL. Even if your Key West vacation lasted an entire month, you’d still have a list of unexplored places to see, adventures awaiting you, and loads of things to do (and eat and drink!). If you are feeling daunted by planning your itinerary, have no fear! We’ve done the work for you, so read on for our Top 10 Things to Do in Key West:
1 Stroll along
Duval Street
Duval Street is to Key West what Bourbon Street is to New
Orleans. In other words, it’s the center of all the action! This street
stretches the width of the Island – from Gulf to ocean – and along it you will
find a slew of bars, restaurants, shops and cafes. This is the ultimate Key West
party experience, and as you stroll, you can stop every few feet to cool off at
an outdoor bar with an ice cold frozen libation under refreshing water
misters.
2 Ernest Hemingway
Home & Museum
Walk the halls of the home of perhaps the most famous Key West resident in the island’s history, Ernest Hemingway. The stormy and
mysterious writer penned some of his most famous works in this house, including
“The Snows of Kilimanjaro” and “To Have and Have Not.” Hemingway’s extravagant
home was the first ever to have a swimming pool (which cost a whopping $20,000
in 1928!), one of the first to have indoor plumbing, and boasts many fun and
interesting architectural details (including a urinal Hemingway scored from his
favorite watering hole “Sloppy Joe’s”, which he turned into a fountain in the
front yard for his many 6-toed cats!). Travel back in time and get a feel for
how Ernest Hemingway lived in Key West.
3 Conch
Train
This classic sightseeing train has been around long enough
to give Key West legend Ernest Hemingway a ride! It’s actually a motorized
trolley on wheels rather than a train, and it will take you around to every
major sight on the Island with an entertaining guided tour. It’s a great way to
get a feel for the town, and to enjoy the sights without having to exert
yourself. The staff is super friendly, and the company prides itself on an
enjoyable ride – so much so, they offer a no-questions-asked, money back
guarantee. You can also purchase a photo of you and your traveling companions on
the train as a souvenir.
4 Key West Bight
and Boardwalk
Key West comes up with its own names for things, and a
“bight” is actually a harbor. This harbor is a beautiful place to walk (and it’s
a pretty short walk, so no worries about overexertion!), and it’s a fantastic
place to catch live music, and a hopping restaurant and bar scene. Enjoy the
stunning vista of blue sky, crystal waters, boats and birds, as you enjoy some
of the finest seafood in the country, or cool off with a cold beer. http://partyinkeywest.com/pages/keywestattractions.html
5 Key West Sunset -
La Concha Hotel TOP IS CLOSED
It doesn’t get any more romantic or magical than watching
the sunset in Key West. The sky is ever changing, and every night the sky
promises a different show. Hands down, the best place to witness this marvel is
the rooftop deck of The La Concha Hotel. The hotel is notably the tallest
building on the island (a whopping 5 whole stories!), and the roof deck has a
bar, seating, and is free and open to all, even if you aren’t staying at the
hotel. Come sit with your honey, and enjoy the end to a perfect day in the most
perfect place on earth.
6 Key West
Lighthouse
The southern tip of the Island is home to the famous Key
West Lighthouse, built in 1848. This beautiful white structure stands strikingly
against the brilliant blue Key West sky. If you are feeling ambitious, climb the
88 stairs of the lighthouse, and reward yourself with an absolutely stunning
panoramic view of the island and surrounding waters. You won’t regret it.
Besides, there is always a cold drink waiting for you somewhere on the island to
cool off with!
7 Audubon
House
This gorgeous place has a fantastic guided tour for kids
and adults both. You can view the works of famous artist and naturalist, John
James Audubon, which are displayed throughout the house. The building was home
to a famous 19th-Century Key West captain, Captain John H. Geiger,
and you can experience what life was like back then as you walk through rooms
filled with exquisite antique furnishings and architecture. The home also boasts
lush and flamboyant tropical gardens, including a spectacular Koi fishpond and
1850's medicinal/herbal garden.
8 Key West
Aquarium
This charming little aquarium was built during the Great
Depression way back in 1935, and was the first of its kind. A great tour for
kids, this aquarium hosts a 30-minute, interactive walking tour, where visitors
can feed stingrays, and even touch a shark on the tail!
9 Shipwreck
Museum
“Wreck Ashore!” These are the words called out in the 1800s
when a shipwreck touched shore. Back in the “Golden Age of Sailing,” Key West
was home to some of the bravest sailors in treacherous waters – which means it
was one of the capitols of shipwrecks. Visitors can see artifacts from actual
shipwrecks, hear lore, and exciting tales from guides that look like the
pioneers of old Key West!
10 Custom
House
This is a history buff’s dream. For only 9 bucks, you can
tour this 1891, four-story national landmark building, which used to be home to
the island’s district courts, post office and custom’s office. Today, it serves
as a museum, where you can experience two floors of exhibitions that weave
together two centuries of history, art, people, and events.
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