Key West

The End of the Road. Margaritaville. The Conch Republic. All of Key West’s many names evoke images of palm trees, beverages, and a laid-back island lifestyle. Famous as a fishing town, a funky village, a pirate hideaway, and an artist retreat, it is a warmhearted place where all are welcome. There’s something for everyone: a colorful history, a vibrant arts community, legendary watering holes, the only living coral barrier reef in North America, and a kaleidoscope of wildlife—on land, at sea, and on Duval Street.

Getting Ashore

Most cruise ships dock at Pier B in the Port of Key West, located in the heart of Old Town, or at Navy Pier, just outside of town.

Fast Fact

Key West is the southernmost point in the continental United States. An anchored concrete buoy marks the spot.

Port Shopping

Guaranteed stores sell island gifts and souvenirs, marine artifacts, apparel, fine jewelry, and watches.

Mallory Square

The hub of Key West is home to shops, museums, live entertainment, and the iconic sunset celebration held nightly.

Southernmost Point

Possibly Key West’s most photographed landmark, the striped buoy is actually closer to Cuba than to the US mainland.

The Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory

A top attraction to stroll among hundreds of butterflies and peruse art and nature novelties.

Ernest Hemingway Home & Museum

See where the American author lived and worked during the 10 years he called Key West his home.

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Key West: The Conch Republic

Cayo Hueso. Skull Island. Thompson’s Island. The End of the Road. Margaritaville. Fantasy Island. The Conch Republic. All of Key West’s many names evoke images of swaying palm trees, aqu...
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Things to do in Key West

A Taste of Key West

Seafood is understandably the kingdom of Key West cuisine. Locally caught Florida spiny lobsters are available from August to March, stone crabs from ...

Key West Beaches & Shores

The beaches on Key West can be somewhat rocky. The only living coral barrier reef in North America protects the coast from the pounding waves of the o...

Old Town Key West

Just a block from Mallory Square is the redbrick terra-cotta Custom House, which houses the Key West Museum of Art & History. The landmark buildi...

Catamaran Sail and Snorkel

Relax on the expansive sundeck of a Fury catamaran as it skims across the Atlantic’s surface on the way to an underwater adventure. At the snorkeling site, explore a thriving coral environment brimming with parrotfish, stingrays, moray eels, grouper, and more. Back on deck, grab an ice-cold beer for the brisk sail back.

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World Famous Conch Train Tour

Journey into the colorful history and characters of Key West aboard the Conch Train. See the Hemingway House and Audubon House. Learn about legendary treasure hunter Mel Fisher’s discovery of the lost Atocha. Travel back to the days of the Flagler railroad and the largest cigar manufacturer in the world.