If ever in Key West then the Hemingway House is a must visit…read more Hit up Duval Street for bar hopping, take a pic at the Southernmost Point, take in an amazing Key West sunset, and do a tour of Ernest Hemingway's home. Our tour guide was terrific, very engaging and insightful. Hemingway lived a very interesting life for sure. A literary giant and man of adventure. He had his flaws, but the man lived his life consisting of adventure, drama, love and tragedy. Such highs and lows. Also, we got to see and pet some of the six toed cats which are famous here.

Ernest Hemingway lived an amazing, volatile, yet somewhat tragic life, and the Ernest Hemingway…read moreHome in Key West, FL, does a great job showcasing this unbelievable American writer's story. I highly recommend the tour, which isn't long and takes you to the various rooms of the Florida home, including one room with a great painted portrait of 30-something Hemingway and pictures of all 4 of his wives, another that has photos of his fishing adventures (Hemingway loved to fish and hunt and also had a place in Idaho), a model of his boat which the real one is apparently still docked in Cuba, a picture of him and his friend Fuentes for which he based "The Old Man and the Sea", a second floor room which shows his war escapades, his injuries and nurse girlfriend who partly influenced "A Farewell To Arms". The tour further takes you to his bedroom to view his bed on which the day I visited two of the property's famous 6-toed cats were obliviously napping, the outdoor pool which apparently was the original location of a boxing ring where Hemingway actually boxed anyone willing (and, of course has a history of swaggering stories that were his life). You can also walk up to Hemingway's writing room comprising his table, chair and typewriter where you can imagine him sitting and composing some of his works. After the Hemingway Home, go to the nearby Key West Lighthouse and climb up the spiral staircase for commanding views of the area. The tickets were about $20 for adults.

Capt Joe was very entertaining and informative. Loved his way of telling a story, make sure you ask…read moremany questions

The museum was lovely! Getting the tickets was a simple procedure. Gentleman in the front was…read morefriendly and kind. Inside it was gorgeous! When you first walk in, it's kind of like you're being transported to the 18th century and you're on a beautiful ship. Very informative as well, all sorts of treasure to learn about! The view at the very top was the cherry-on-top, literally! Stunning. I highly recommend, both kids and adults!

I liked this! I think the ticket price should be lower since there's not much to see, but I loved…read morethe view from the top. Only high up view of Key West I've ever experienced, so it was worth seeing if you like views like this when traveling somewhere. You have to climb the spiral staircase to the top, so I do not recommend it to those who are unable to walk up stairs. It's not too long of an uphill climb, so it's fine for those who are not active. The museum is cute. It takes about 10-20 minutes to walk through the museum if you're stopping to read everything. It wasn't crowded at all, and I went Saturday afternoon in early August.

You get incredible views of Key West from on top of the lighthouse. It is an exhausting 88 steps up…read morebut the view is well worth it. It started to thunder and lightning while we were aloft. That was scary/interesting. The museum and gift shop are nice.

Absolutely loved the Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory! It was so beautiful, quiet, and…read morepeaceful that I kept hoping the walk wasn't coming to an end. I honestly didn't want to leave! Admission was just under $19, and I'd definitely come back with a friend. They give you a butterfly sticker at the end, and there's a cute little gift shop that's hard to leave empty-handed! I took an Uber, so I can't speak to parking. Another plus is that the Southernmost Point buoy is just down the street, so you can stop for a picture afterward.

This was an AMAZING experience!…read more When we were down in Key West it was just a few minutes walk from the Southernmost Hotel. My gal suggested we do this and glad I took her up on it. You're walking in a giant solarium type of structure, a climate-controlled, glass-enclosed habitat, like an encased ecosystem. Filled with all types of greenery, flowers, plants, trees, waterfalls. All along there were hundreds of butterflies of all sizes and colors. It's such a beautiful sight, and very cool when they land on your hand, arm, shoulder. There are also benches to sit in and take it all in. There are also many colorful birds in here. It's a great way to explore some nature, fun, and peaceful at the same time.

The cool thing about this museum is that Mel Fisher displays artifacts from two ship wrecks that he…read morediscovered in the keys. There is scuba video of the discoveries that gives the viewer a realistic feel. One discovery, in 1972, was the slave ship Henrietta Marie which sailed in the 1690s and later. In the ship ruins were found several items like shackles and elephant tusks. It wrecked in the western keys. The other discovery was in the 1980s of a Spanish wreck that contained half a billion in gold and silver treasure. Lots of silver coins and gold bars are on display. Both Florida and the Federal Government tried to own the riches but Mel Fisher won in court. The Supreme Court said "finders keepers".

Happy International Museum Day! Here's a brief review of one of the museums I visited on my cruise…read morein March 2026. Although a bit overpriced ($17.50 for adults) for the size and scope of this museum, Mel Fisher's Maritime Museum in Key West, Florida is an important stop for those interested in maritime archaeology and shipwrecks. This museum, which opened in 2000 in a historic building, focuses on the artifacts from a few 17th-century shipwrecks, especially on the historic find of the Spanish galleon ship, the Nuestra Senora de Atocha which sunk off the Florida Keys in 1622. The history behind the ship, the wreck, and its discovery are all incredible so do a deep dive on your own. As for the museum part of it, the exhibits are pretty permanent - this isn't the kind of place with rotating exhibits - and they could use a dusting/refresh. The gift shop up front is decent, the staff were nice, and the section that focused on the slave ship, Henrietta Marie was a sobering at the cruel treatment and conditions human beings subjected to other human beings. I had a good visit, spending about an hour here in all, and was pleased to have crossed it off my very long list of museums I want to visit!

This was my favorite touristy tours we took while visiting Key West. I learned a lot about the area…read moreand President Truman. I was very impressed with the restored home and real lived in items as historic pieces on display. They still have more work to keep this museum going and protected, but it can be done. They also had a nice gift shop, with great tour guides. Bravo!

From 1946 through 1952, President Harry Truman used this house as his winter vacation home, and…read morebecause he spent 175 days of his presidency here, it became known as the Little White House. Originally built by the U.S. Navy in 1890, the Little White House served as naval command headquarters during the Spanish-American War, and also played roles in both World Wars and the Cold War. Since Truman's days, many other presidents have also vacationed here, including Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton. Today, the Little White House has been restored and turned into a museum. Also, don't forget to check the famous limousine while you are there. The only way to see inside the Truman Little White House in Key West is via a guided tour. But there is a small section near the gift shop that is free for visitors.

We were in Key West during a cold snap. The high on this particular day was only in the 50's so we…read morewere looking for some indoor activites as opposed to water or beach activities. The Art and Historical Society is housed in a historic buidling that has served a variety of uses in the past - including serving as the island's customs office, a post office, courthouse and the U S Navy. This four-story architectural marvel was built to be a prominent structure near the water in order to collect customs. After the Navy moved out, it was vacant for a number of years until it was acquired by the Art and Historical Society which completed an extensive, multi-year renovation of the building. Seeing the building itself is worth a visit but the museum includes a wealth of art and history of the Key West are that shoudn't be missed. Allow at least 2 hours.

Located in Mallory Square, this museum depicts the paths of citizens of the southernmost town when…read moreit was the richest and largest city in Florida in the 19th century. Here we see local, national and even international exhibits of art and history. I enjoyed drawings of Ernest Hemingway's Old Man and the Sea. There are 59 drawings on the walls from the 1st to the 3rd floor. Open daily from 10-4:30 pm. Elsewhere I wasn't super impressed. Admission charge 13.00 and less for kids. Self guided.

This self-guided museum may be of interest to a die-hard Williams fan, but for the casual visitor,…read moreit was a bit lackluster. Mostly old playbills and reviews. I was also interested to know that the paintings displayed of Williams' were just prints. The originals are in the Custom House Museum.

"I've always depended on the kindness of strangers", one of Tennessee Williams' more famous lines,…read moremay be relevant to the Yelp experience as well. Useful reviews and kind compliments sent by complete strangers? I'll take that any day! OK now more about the museum itself: The Tennessee Williams Museum is a bright modern (circa 2021) space dedicated to the life and literary works of the famous playwright. The small building houses an impressive collection of material ranging from prints of TW's paintings, first edition books, playbills, videos of his interviews and a model of his home in Key West. Admittedly I'm a major fan, but the place would probably appeal to just about anyone with some interest in Key West's colorful history. Admission is reasonable ($7 for adults and $5 for seniors), with discounts available for pre-booking on the museum website. Friendly helpful staff member allowed me to linger a good long while with no hassle. The gift shop has some great finds as well. A unique and wonderful place all around.

Excellent service and quick turn around time for questions and work on a ring I bought. Worth the…read morepurchase and ring came with helpful care instructions. Highly recommend!

John and Dan are both knowledgeable, and personable salesmen on some amazing treasures that have…read morehistory, and the experience you add to that history in buying a piece of it. They have selections for most any price point (seriously, you don't need a private helicopter to buy here) that carry substantiation of their legitimacy. Even better, they offer a 5% military/veteran discount. So go get a memory that won't take up tons of space, ships easily, and actually appreciates in value. You won't regret just visiting the store, as it's better than many museums that would actually charge you for admission. Looking is free :)

Sure, its an Instagrammable photo op and most everyone does it when at this landmark. While in Key…read moreWest not too long ago for a friends wedding we stayed at the Southernmost Hotel which was a short walk to the Southernmost Point Buoy. As its written on the buoy its 90 miles to Cuba and its the southernmost point in the continental USA. That's about it. Once you see it, snap a few pics, head back to bar hopping on Duval.

Ever since we moved to Florida, we've wanted to come down to Key West and take a picture with this…read morelandmark! My husband is originally from Northern Maine, so we've basically been to both ends of the highway now! There really isn't a ton to do here itself. It's mainly a tourist landmark for grabbing that iconic photo, with a place nearby to grab a drink. But I think it's a really cool stop for what it is! If you're visiting Key West, you might as well stop, snap the picture, and say you've been to the Southernmost Point!