Key West, United States

Top things to do in Key West

15 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Southernmost Point Buoy

Snap a photo at the iconic red-and-black buoy marking the southernmost point of the continental United States, just 90 miles from Cuba.

Outdoor & fun

Mallory Square

Experience Key West's legendary sunset celebration at Mallory Square, with street performers, artisans, and stunning views over the Gulf of Mexico.

Museum

Key West Lighthouse

Climb 88 steps to panoramic island views from this historic 1849 lighthouse, now a museum with maritime exhibits.

Neighborhood

Duval Street

Key West's iconic mile-long strip lined with lively bars, unique shops, and historic conch-style architecture.

Museum

Harry S. Truman Little White House

President Truman's winter White House, preserved as a museum of mid-20th-century presidential history and Key West charm.

Entertainment

Sloppy Joe's

Historic bar once frequented by Ernest Hemingway, known for its lively atmosphere and live music.

Religious site

Basilica of St. Mary Star of the Sea (Key West, Florida)

Historic Catholic church and prominent Key West landmark with stunning architecture and ocean views.

Park & nature

Fort Zachary Taylor

Historic state park with a Civil War-era fort, beach, and nature trails offering outdoor recreation.

Museum

Key West Shipwreck Museum

Interactive exhibits and a 65-foot lookout tower bring Key West's 19th-century wrecking history to life.

Museum

Key West Aquarium

One of Florida's oldest aquariums, featuring touch tanks and native marine species in open-air exhibits.

Museum

Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory

A climate-controlled glass dome filled with hundreds of free-flying butterflies and colorful birds.

Museum

Audubon House and Tropical Gardens

Historic home museum featuring original Audubon engravings amid lush tropical gardens in Old Town Key West.

Outdoor & fun

Smathers Beach

Key West's largest public beach with soft white sand, clear waters, and ample space for sunbathing and water sports.

Landmark

Key West Cemetery

Historic cemetery with ornate above-ground tombs, quirky epitaphs, and a serene, shaded atmosphere.

Museum

Ernest Hemingway House

Explore the former home of Ernest Hemingway, where he wrote classics like 'A Farewell to Arms' amid lush gardens and roaming six-toed cats.

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