This street is the bustling heart of Key West, and a great spot to experience the city's culture and nightlife. It's filled with fantastic restaurants, lively bars, art galleries, and shops selling unique gifts, clothes, and hand-rolled cigars. And don't forget to stand in line to take a photo at the Southernmost Point Buoy, which is just a block away. In the evening, you can sip on a margarita and enjoy an al fresco meal, or join a haunted pub crawl and ghost tour of the area.
Don't leave Key West without seeing the nightly Sunset Celebration on the Mallory Square Dock where the crowd is as colorful as the sky. Entertainers like jugglers, tight-rope walkers, psychics and musicians all compete for your attention. Local artists have their wares on display, such as hand-crafted silver jewelry, painted t-shirts, and underwater photography. Vendors sell everything from coconuts with straws to conch fritters, while the real star of the show sets a blazing trail to the horizon.
This popular conservatory houses over 50 different types of butterflies from all over the world, against a lush backdrop of greenery. Take a walk among hundreds of free flying butterflies, exotic birds and 2 glorious flamingos inside the soaring glass-domed tropical butterfly habitat. Proudly honored to be chosen “Best Place to Take the Kids” and “Best Attraction in Key West”.
Foodies and Key West first-time visitors can get to know the food and culture of the island by booking a small-group tour that includes hearty tastings across town. With a guide to show you to the local-favorite mom and pop eateries, you can separate yourself from the crowds of tourists that flock to chain establishments.
Discover the many sights of Key West stress-free on the hop-on hop-off trolly. Visit the Ernest Hemingway House, Mallory Square, and more without the worry of finding parking or getting lost. An unlimited 1-or 2-day pass allows you to get off at any of the stops, then catch the next trolley when you're ready to move on.
Explore the Key West mangroves on this guided kayaking tour. Learn about the geology of the Florida Keys and the region's coastal environment as you paddle shallow back country waters with a guide. Tropical fish, crabs, jellyfish, sea birds, and other animals make their home in the mangroves, so be on the lookout for local wildlife on your eco-adventure.