Caribbean · USA
Key West Travel Guide
Key West is the southernmost point in the continental US — Hemingway history, six-toed cats, sunset celebrations, and the best key lime pie in existence. Walkable, bikeable, and effortlessly charming.
How Do You Get to Duval Street?
Walk. Ships dock right in Old Town. Duval Street is steps from the pier.
What Can You See in 6 Hours?
Duval Street — Key West's main street. Bars, shops, restaurants. Walk its full 1.25-mile length.
Hemingway Home & Museum — Beautiful house, 60+ six-toed cats. $18 entry.
Southernmost Point Buoy — Iconic marker. Just 90 miles from Cuba. Expect a photo queue.
Mallory Square Sunset — Performers, food vendors, and the best sunset celebration in the Keys.
Where Should You Eat?
Key lime pie: Creamy, tart, graham cracker crust. Should never be green. Kermit's is the best.
Cuban sandwich: Pressed pork, ham, Swiss, pickles, mustard. Sandy's Cafe makes the best.
Is Key West Worth Exploring Independently?
The ultimate walkable cruise port. Everything is within easy walking distance. Ship excursions completely unnecessary.
Useful Local Phrases
English throughout
Key West is part of the USA
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Local Tips
- •Key West is tiny (2x4 miles). Walk or rent a bike. No taxi needed.
- •Mallory Square sunset celebration happens every evening with street performers.
- •Hemingway's six-toed cats still live at his house.
- •Kermit's Key Lime Shoppe makes the best key lime pie on the island.