Here’s Your Comprehensive Guide To Key West

Famous American author Ernest Hemingway lived in Key West in the 1930s with his second wife Pauline and their two sons. Now, you have the chance to visit his former home that has since been turned into a museum and houses 60 cats, two of which are the special polydactyl, or six-toed, cats.

When you’re standing at this point, you will be 90 (actually 94) miles away from Cuba. This buoy is one of the most visited and photographed attractions in the United States, lines form early in the morning until nighttime. It’s also a great place to watch the sun rise.

If you’re looking for a little adventure, take a kayak trip to see the mangroves that reside in the backcountry of Key West. In shallow water, you will be able to get up close with natural environment, including marine life like: sea stars, jellyfish, and crabs.

This is a charming eatery that has two patio areas, indoor service and a bakery with some of the best pastries I have ever tasted. It serves breakfast until the early afternoon, as well as lunch lunch and dinner. Its drink menu has some specialties such as different types of mimosas that are served at all hours. I highly recommend this place for either brunch or an early dinner.

A fun, outdoor setting with live music and some great key lime pie; who could want more in a restaurant? Blue Heaven is a haven for people looking for an enjoyable dinner before indulging in an exciting night. It balances liveliness and delicious food while providing a delightful environment to enjoy it all!

This beautiful establishment is located right on Duval street, the party place for all of Key West. This means it has some of the best foods and drinks on the key. Choose to be inside or outside, dining on the lower patio or second floor balcony looking over Duval street as partygoers wander the streets in search for their next adventure.

This bar is well-known because of Ernest Hemingway who frequented the bar during his time in Key West. Plastered all around the bar are pictures of the famous writer, there are T-shirts with his face on it, along with a Hemingway lookalike contest. The line to enter is long at most hours of the day so plan to wait for a chance to see this historic bar.

If you love “Nibblin’ on sponge cake, watchin’ the sun bake all of those tourists covered with oil,” then you need to go to the Chart Room Bar. This is where Jimmy Buffett got his big break, singing for shots. Now, it’s known as the unofficial headquarters of the legendary American musician, Despite that he even owns his own bar in Key West, Chart Room is nostalgic if you want to retrieve the Buffett roots. It has great drinks and a spectacular ambiance.

This novelty bar has a great atmosphere to it. Stop by for a quick drink or stay to experience the tiny space in close connection with the other patrons. It has tropical-themed drinks including a key lime pie shot which is amazing.

Located on a quiet street right by Duval Street, this hotel gives its residents access to the best parts of Key West. You are walking distance from beaches, bars, and restaurants. You can even rent bikes to explore more of the key. The rooms are kept cool for the guests as the temperature in Key West barely changes from day to night. It has a pool, hot tub and a cozy ambiance that allows for a relaxing getaway.

This luxury resort gives guests beautiful views of the ocean and walking distance to the best spots in Key West. If you want to stay at the Southernmost Beach Resort and relax, it has tropical gardens to stroll through in addition to elegant rooms, many with balconies facing the ocean. Read a book on a lounge chair with the ocean breeze keeping you cool before heading out for the night to have fun.

This adult-only hotel is located on two acres of property and boasts a variety of options of lodging, including: the mansion, historic inn, and cottages. There is a wide array of pools along with easy access to any type of entertainment you would want during your stay. It is located in Old Town Key West and is steps away from some of the best historic bars in Key West.