It's definitely a must visit when you're in Key West. Luscious greeneries all over the property…read more Keep an eye on the six-toe cats all around. Some of them occupy the cat house that looks like the Hemingway house itself. Very cute. The gift shop is at the back. You can find some cats there too. Very friendly and helpful staff

If you're visiting Key West, the Hemingway House is practically a required stop, but your mileage…read moremay vary depending on what brings you here. We went during the off-season, so we didn't have to wait long for our tour to start or stand in any real line to get in. By the time we were leaving, though, we noticed a small line starting to form. Personally, I wouldn't wait more than five minutes to get inside unless you're a die-hard Hemingway scholar. The tour itself is totally fine, you get to walk through his small, modest home (which thankfully has air conditioning) and check out some historical memorabilia from his life and writing career. It's neat, but straightforward. Honestly, it seems like most people visiting are just cat people, and fair enough, the grounds are littered with six-toed cats, and they are indisputably the real star attraction of the property. On a side note: after our visit, Ernest Hemingway actually appeared to me in a dream. He made a direct request, asking if I could bring him some Krispy Kreme doughnuts because he is utterly exhausted from people bringing him Dunkin' Donuts. I told Papa I'd do what I could, but if there's a long line at the drive-thru, he's out of luck, I'm strictly not waiting in lines on this vacation.

Dorothy is wonderful at the Chamber of Commerce. Very helpful very informative.Carrie is awesome…read morealso come visit these wonderful ladies when you come to Key West. They even know where playgrounds and water parks or it's fantastic!

This office is really great. Nice lady and lots of information. Based on reading reviews I had very…read morelow expectations. Do not pay $25 to park in near by lot plan ahead and try to find something else. I wasted $25 just to get some info. I suggest calling Fury Adventures and talk to Penny and Danger Charters is good to. DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME AT KEY LARGO VISITORS OFFICE.

Wow , lots of things have changed! First, they have barricaded it so that you don't just sit on the…read moreedge of the floor, hanging your feet in the ocean (ofcourse it's dangerous) This popular town square, adjacent to excellent dining and lively bars, is home to one of Key West's longest-running traditions. Perched on the edge of the Gulf of Mexico (or America?), Mallory Square hosts Key West's Sunset Celebration every evening of the year. Same suggestion: Arrive at Mallory Square 2 hours prior to sunset to see the celebration kicking off. Street performers spread themselves out across the square. You'll have the chance to listen to live music, be amazed by magicians and illusionists, or laugh at the antics of clowns. Enjoy an ice cream as you walk around or pick up some local street food from the food carts that occupy part of the square. As the sun gets closer to the horizon, all eyes turn toward the gulf. Position your group in a good spot to see pink and red tones flood the sky as the sun disappears. Take a photo to remember the occasion. Parking: its $6/hr- street or garage, so plan for it, especially on weekends, or you can be late for sunset have

So I normally write long and detailed reviews, but this one will just be a quick one so I can…read morereview my recent vacation while the memories are still fresh! So obviously I am going to give this Key West cultural landmark and plaza 5 stars because IT SHARES MY NAME!! Like many others have said, this is a tourist hot spot with lots of beachy shopping, restaurants, and museums. My dad made sure to take lots of photos of me by my namesake plaza while we visited Key West on family trips back when I was a kid. I wasn't so enthused to pose back then but I am now as an adult!! Mallory isn't a common name so I have a biased opinion of anything or anyone that is named Mallory. I can't wait to come back and get even more time in MY square! :)

Beautiful old historic theater that became a disco & is now Walgreens. The historic beautiful…read moretheater kept its charm. The Strand Theater opened in 1921 and became the home of the Ripley's Believe It Or Not Odditorium in 1993. The theater was sold in December 2001 and closed in April 2002. Many historic elements of the theater were saved; its façade, marquee, various aspects of the interior, the lobby tile, marble stairs, and wood floors.

Gorgeous building with many historical iterations as time has passed. Currently doing duty as a…read moreWalgreens. Many of the original architectural elements have been beautifully preserved and evokes a lot of nostalgia for a time period over a 100 years ago.

I don't know what impact AIDS has on Key West these days but there is this AIDS memorial to…read morerecognize people that have passed away to AIDS that have lived here, worked here or visited here. It's located directly along the path into the White Street Pier; not very large but its worth taking notice, not because it's overly impressive but to recognize these victims of this terrible disease. There are many many names etched into the granite memorial and if you know of someone that you feel deserves to be added, you can submit a name for nomination. They add names yearly.

It's a very stressful experience to visit the Key West AIDS Memorial. It's a gorgeous looking…read morememorial but looking at all those names of the deceased, for the most part young, a few of whom I knew, brought tears to my eyes. Worse it remains unfinished as HIV victims are still dying. The memorial has been enlarged twice and names are still been added. The Key West AIDS Memorial was built with private funds and donated to the City of Key West in 1997. At that time not only was Key West battling an epidemic few people understood, but it was also becoming a refuge for hundreds of people who were diagnosed elsewhere but felt they could not remain at home in what many considered to be hostile environments. So they moved to Key West, which drove the "real" numbers much higher and put an overwhelming strain on the medical resources of the tiny island community. I might add that the Key West AIDS Memorial was the first municipal memorial to AIDS victims in the world.

Is this ultimate touristy? Sure thing. Is there also a line to wait in to get your picture? Also,…read moreyes. But get there earlier in the day and it's much shorter before the cruise ships come by! The line moved fast and I think they'd done a little building up around the tourist attraction since I last visited in 2014. I say stop if you're ever in Key West!

So I normally write long and detailed reviews, but this one will just be a quick one so I can…read morereview my recent 2026 vacation while the memories are still fresh! You might have to endure a long line to take a picture of yourself, posing with this large buoy, but the line goes fast and there's plenty to do around the buoy, including food trucks, restaurants, and shopping. Get your picture in and enjoy knowing that you are at the southernmost point in the United States!

If you're planning using the City of Key West Transit System to transport you and your bikes from…read moreany of the agencies key to enjoy a pleasant day in Key West and return.........stop right here!! 1. Buses are equipped to carry only two bikes. 2. Bus drivers are hopelessly void of customers service skills. 3. If you're new riders.....as we were...don't expect any help or advice from the bus drivers concerning loading and unloading your bikes. 4. Bus stops are filthy and gross! 5. On our evening return there were no signs or announcements as to up coming stops. Thanks to the young man who kindly helped us determine where to get off. 6. One positive note: our online purchase of two senior seven day passes was a bargain and recommended. Also the online schedule is slightly helpful. 7. This is big.....come and go in daylight.

There's not much I haven't seen during my many visits to Key West but I always seem to find…read moresomething new, it's one of my favorite destinations. Unfortunately it's gone through several transformations over the years even though most people don't recognize or admit the changes. Its still a city filled with tradition and history and it's reputation still says let your hair down and dance like no one is watching. It seems to me that many and I include myself enjoy day drinking in Key West and Duval Street with its many bars providing the opportunity for one to partake in this form of entertainment and fortunately this requires no driving of a motorized vehicle including scooters and mopeds although many seem not to understand this so jaywalking is not encouraged. I love the history here and that it's displayed on every corner, there are so many places to explore and enjoy here so wear your most comfortable shoes and get walking. It would be impossible to create a list of things to do and see here so I won't even go there, so if you're only here for a short visit make your bucket list of items prior to arriving...

Cool art installation/water feature near the Southermost point. Nice spot to cool down and sit.read more