Key West Attractions
Dry Tortugas National Park
240 Margaret St, Key West, FL 33040
(800) 634-0939
Embark on an unforgettable adventure aboard the Yankee Freedom to Dry Tortugas National Park, a unique eco-attraction located just 70 miles west of Key West. This pristine destination, comprised of seven small islands, features the iconic Fort Jefferson—a historic Civil War-era fort and former prison that tells a captivating story of American military history.
Visitors can explore Fort Jefferson ...
Fort East Martello Museum
3501 S Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040
Fort East Martello Museum in Key West, Florida stands as one of the island’s most fascinating historic and cultural landmarks. Originally constructed by the U.S. Army in 1862 to defend against a Confederate sea assault, the Civil War-era fort was abandoned before completion. Decades later, in 1950, the Key West Art & Historical Society restored the structure, transforming it into the city’s fi...
Fort Zachary Taylor State Park
601 Howard England Way, Key West, FL 33040
(305) 295-0037
Fort Zachary Taylor State Park is one of Key West’s most treasured destinations, combining natural beauty with rich history. This 54-acre National Historic Landmark offers visitors a chance to walk through the island’s past while enjoying the best of its tropical setting.
At the heart of the park stands Fort Zachary Taylor, a Civil War-era fortress where guided tours showcase original cannons and...
Higgs Beach
Higgs Memorial Beach Park, 1000 Atlantic Blvd, Key West, FL 33040
Higgs Beach in Key West, Florida, is a hidden gem on the Atlantic Ocean situated next to the Casa Marina Resort, promising a relaxed and tranquil coastal experience for travelers of all ages. Part of a network of parks—Clarence S. Higgs Memorial Beach Park, CB Harvey Rest Beach Park, and the historic Fort West Martello—this seaside haven caters to those seeking fun, leisure, and a bit of history. ...
Key West Shipwreck Museum
1 Whitehead St, Key West, FL 33040
(305) 292-8990
Step back into 1856 Key West at the Key West Shipwreck Museum, where maritime history and adventure collide. This unique museum transports visitors to the height of the wrecking era, a time when salvaging ships made Key West one of the wealthiest cities in America. Through interactive exhibits, live actors, films, and authentic artifacts, the gripping story of wreckers and their daring missions un...
Key West Turtle Museum
200 Margaret St, Key West, FL 33040
Key West Turtle Museum: History, Culture, and Conservation
The Key West Turtle Museum offers a fascinating look into the maritime history and cultural heritage of the Florida Keys. Archaeological evidence reveals that early inhabitants relied heavily on sea turtles, while explorers like Ponce de Leon in 1513 described the waters as teeming with loggerheads—so many, in fact, that he named the isla...
Nancy Forrester's Secret Garden
518 Elizabeth St, Key West, FL 33040
Nancy Forrester’s Secret Garden is a boutique parrot sanctuary and educational hub in Key West dedicated to rescuing, rehousing, and training abandoned parrots. Located at 518 Elizabeth Street, Key West, the sanctuary has served the community for 30 years, specializing in macaws with eight macaw species and two hybrids on site. The sanctuary emphasizes Adopt - Do Not Shop and follows rigorous stan...
Oldest House Museum & Gardens
322 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040
The Oldest House Museum and Garden in Key West is one of South Florida’s most treasured historic landmarks, preserved and maintained by the nonprofit Old Island Restoration Foundation since 1960. Built in 1829 by Richard Cussans using Bahamian-style construction and durable Dade County Pine, the home is the city’s oldest surviving residence. The site showcases Key West’s early architecture, mariti...
Sails to Rails Museum
901 Caroline St, Key West, FL 33040
The Sails to Rails Museum in Key West offers one of the most comprehensive overviews of Florida Keys history, bridging two transformative eras: the Age of Sail and the rise of America’s railroads. Guests can journey through centuries of maritime heritage, when tall ships carried treasure fleets, defended trade routes, and fueled industries such as sponging, fishing, and cigar making. The decline o...
Tennessee Williams Museum
513 Truman Ave, Key West, FL 33040
(305) 204-4527
The Tennessee Williams Museum in Key West celebrates the life and legacy of one of America’s most influential playwrights. Tennessee Williams, a two-time Pulitzer Prize winner and author of classics such as The Glass Menagerie, A Streetcar Named Desire, and Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, called Key West home for more than thirty years. His time on the island shaped both his personal life and literary care...
