Old Town Key West Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Southernmost Point
Snap a memorable photograph from the edge of North America at this monumental landmark.
South Beach
The southernmost beach in the continental United States is a convenient sandy enclave, just minutes from the center of town.
Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum
Meet six-toed cats and watch as the life of one America’s great writers unfolds before your eyes at his former home.
Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory
With about 60 species of butterfly, an indoor waterfall and a tropical rainforest, this nature conservatory is one of the most popular attractions in Key West.
Clarence S. Higgs Memorial Beach Park
Pay your respects at an impressive African burial site, explore landscaped gardens or snorkel with the family at this oceanfront beach park.
Harry S. Truman Little White House
Visit the winter home of President Harry S. Truman to see where some of America’s most important post-war decisions were made.
Things to do
Key West Morning Snorkel Adventure with Bottomless Mimosas & Breakfast
Historic Key West Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Bucket-List Parasailing In Downtown Key West - Highest & Longest Rides
Key West Dolphin & Snorkeling Tour - Small Group
Half-Day Key West's Ultimate Sandbar Adventure with Mangrove Kayak Tour
Day trip to Paradise from Miami: Key West Tour with Snorkeling, Open bar
Top hotels in Old Town Key West
Southernmost Beach Resort and Guesthouses
"The resort was very nice. The pools were great and the room was updated and clean. Great location on Duval Street. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Casa Marina Key West, Curio Collection by Hilton
"The ocean was not that great because of the sargassum seaweed. but the pool and views were excellent"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Opal Key Resort & Marina, Key West
"Beautiful resort hotel. Location is perfect. Walking distance to just about everything. Room was clean and comfortable. The hotel restaurant Lolita's was wonderful. Great food and service. We ate breakfast, lunch and dinner over the week and were never disappointed. Shout out to Lenka at the bar. ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
The Reach Key West, Curio Collection by Hilton
"Great pool and sandy beach."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
The Southernmost Inn - Adults Only
"Small room, but a very nice comfortable stay. Staff was very friendly and the little pools were very nice."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Southwinds Motel
"Good location"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Key West
Uptown - Upper Duval
If you're spending some time in Uptown - Upper Duval, Duval Street and Florida Keys Beaches are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Key West
While visiting Downtown Key West, you might make a stop by sights like Duval Street and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum.
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 Florida Keys Beaches.
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.
Casa Marina
While visiting Casa Marina, you might make a stop by sights like Florida Keys Beaches and Clarence S. Higgs Memorial Beach Park.
The Meadows
If you're spending some time in The Meadows, Bayview Park and The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Key West are top sights worth seeing.
