Historic Seaport Travel Guide
Key West





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Popular places to visit

Mallory Square
Arrive at this square at day’s end to find street performers, food carts and one of the most beautiful sunsets in the United States.

Key West Aquarium
Come face to face with huge sharks, feed stingrays and learn about local tropical fish at this great aquarium.

Key West Shipwreck Museum
This interactive museum is home to unbelievable relics pulled from the bottom of the sea and a watchtower with views across the Gulf of Mexico.

Audubon House and Tropical Gardens
Visit a house named after famed naturalist John James Audubon. Learn the history of why the house came to be here.

Oldest House Museum and Garden
With its period décor and vintage documents, South Florida’s oldest house provides an impression of life in the Florida Keys archipelago in the 19th century

Mallory Dock
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mallory Dock during your trip to Key West. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Things to do

Key West Morning Snorkel Adventure with Bottomless Mimosas & Breakfast

Historic Key West Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

Key West Rum & Reggae: Snorkel & Sunset Sail Combo

Bucket-List Parasailing In Downtown Key West - Highest & Longest Rides

Day trip to Paradise from Miami: Key West Tour with Snorkeling, Open bar

Key West Dolphin & Snorkeling Tour - Small Group
Top hotels in Historic Seaport

Pier House Resort & Spa
Great location. The staff was great. The room was very clean.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

NYAH Key West - Adults Only
I liked the location. But the hotel Manager was very insensitive to the fact that our hot water was not working and wifi was in and out - mainly out. When I approached the manager he was not very focused on making us happy or reimbursing us for the 1 night of cold water and no wifi. I emailed the ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Ocean Key Resort - A Noble House Resort
Staff was great. Rooms were spotless. Best location in Key West.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa
The ocean and beach were visible from the room.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Eden House
Excellent service
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

The Marker Key West Harbor Resort
A great place to stay on the island!
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Seaport

Key West Historic District
Travellers to Key West Historic District praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Duval Street and Jackson Square.

Downtown Key West
While visiting Downtown Key West, you might make a stop by sights like Duval Street and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum.

Truman Annex
If you're spending some time in Truman Annex, Harry S. Truman Little White House and Jackson Square are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town Key West
While visiting Old Town Key West, you might make a stop by sights like Duval Street and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum.

Bahama Village
Bahama Village is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Duval Street and Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum.

The Meadows
If you're spending some time in The Meadows, The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Key West and Bayview Park are top sights worth seeing.
