Lower Florida Keys
Where to stay in Lower Florida Keys
Key West Historic District
Old Town Key West boasts a rich history with 2485 historic buildings, and is home to popular attractions like Ernest Hemingway House and Mallory Square. Enjoy the lively atmosphere in the central business district.
Old Town Key West
Old Town, the historic heart of Key West, boasts a central business district and numerous tourist attractions. Explore the Key West Aquarium, Ernest Hemingway House, Mallory Square, and more in this vibrant area.
New Town
Though New Town might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Smathers Beach and Key West Tropical Forest and Botanical Garden.
Truman Annex
Mixed-use redevelopment featuring classic conch style homes, high-end condos, a hotel, parks, marina, and museums, including the historic Little White House. Enjoy retail and commercial spaces within the community.
Historic Seaport
While visiting Historic Seaport, you might make a stop by sights like Duval Street and Audubon House and Tropical Gardens.
Downtown Key West
If you're spending some time in Downtown Key West, Duval Street and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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Popular places to visit
Duval Street
Along one of the southernmost streets in the continental U.S., enjoy a lively area filled with shops, pubs, restaurants and lots of sidewalk acts and vendors.
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.
Smathers Beach
Key West’s popular party beach has an electric atmosphere on the weekends and is a destination for water sports lovers.
Sombrero Beach
Play beach games; go swimming, kayaking or snorkeling; and lounge in the sun at one of Marathon’s most visited beaches.
Southernmost Point
Snap a memorable photograph from the edge of North America at this monumental landmark.
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.
Things to do
Morning Reef Snorkel With Unlimited Mimosas & Breakfast
Sunset Dinner Cruise with Unlimited Open Bar
Snorkel Adventure at Coral Reef
- Duval Street
- Mallory Square
- Smathers Beach
- Southernmost Point
- Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park
- South Beach
- Clarence S. Higgs Memorial Beach Park
- Boca Chica Nude Beach
- Harry S. Truman Little White House
- Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary
- Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum
- Calusa Beach
- Mel Fisher Maritime Museum
- Key West Shipwreck Museum
- Florida Keys Eco - Discovery Center
- National Key Deer Refuge Visitor Center
- Fort East Martello Museum and Gallery