Key West Travel Guide

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Explore Key West

Tropical Key West is visited by millions every year for its beautiful beaches. However, locals know that there are some real gems among these sandy shores if you know where to look. Here are some of the gems we have found to make your Key West vacation an exciting and unique experience.

Things to Do in Key West

Two-story white house with balcony, framed by palm trees and lush greenery.
Dolphin leaping out of turquoise ocean water with splash under a cloudy sky
Jet ski with orange seat floating on turquoise water near a sandy beach under a blue sky
Historic coastal fort with grass-covered ramparts, stone walls, and a blue sky over the sea.
Aerial view of a small island fortress surrounded by turquoise water and several sailboats
Marina with white buildings, red-roofed house, docked boats, and turquoise water under a blue sky
Sunset over calm ocean with a boat’s bow at right and orange reflections on the water
Green sign for Harry S. Truman Little White House Museum, National Register of Historic Places
Monarch butterfly perched on a bright pink flower against a blurred garden background
Aerial view of a colorful seaside town with waterfront buildings, docks, and calm blue water at sunset
Red Jeep parked on a bright sandy beach beside turquoise water under a sunny blue sky
Sailing ship deck with wooden planks, rigging, ropes, and blue sky over the ocean
Sunrise at Southwold Harbour with the East of Britain’s most easterly point marker by the sea
Two scuba divers over a colorful coral reef with fish and a sea turtle

Key West Restaurants

Romantic seaside dinner table set at sunset with champagne and flowers, overlooking the ocean
Steak dinner with lobster tail, asparagus, and mashed potatoes on a plate, on a wooden table
Hands raising colorful cocktails with mint around a table in a social toast
Key lime pie with whipped cream and lime slices on a cooling rack, with a slice removed
Plated shrimp with cherry tomatoes, basil, and olives on a white dish.
Plated shrimp with parsley and a lemon wedge on a dark table
Pasta with mushrooms and vegetables on a white plate, garnished with herbs
Grilled fish fillets on a white plate with asparagus and salad on a striped cloth
Plate with rice, grilled meat topped with salsa, fried plantain, and a lime wedge
Two fish tacos on a blue plate with avocado slices and a lime in the background
Two golden-brown croissants on a tray with a striped cloth and a jar of jam nearby
Eggs Benedict with hollandaise, ham, roasted potatoes, and greens on a white plate
Fresh shrimp pizza on a wooden board, sliced and topped with herbs and cheese
Spaghetti topped with marinara, melted cheese, and basil on a white plate
Gourmet plated dish with seared meat, red sauce, herbs, and sliced vegetables on a black rectangular plate

Key West Cocktails

Dark amber liquid pouring into a glass with ice, against a blurred wooden barrel background
Assorted liquor bottles lined up on a bar shelf, glowing in warm orange light
Hands toasting colorful cocktails at a table with flowers and napkins
Colorful assorted cocktails in tall glasses on a bar counter, with ice and citrus garnishes
Three colorful cocktails on a bar, including a pink drink, amber drink, and martini with olives.
Iced lime cocktail in a glass with a lime slice on a stone table against a warm orange backdrop