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.

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

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.

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 Half-Day Fishing Charter

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

Key West Express Day Trip from Miami

Key West Mangrove Kayak Eco Tour
Top hotels in Historic Seaport

La Concha Key West, Autograph Collection
"Beautiful property with the best location"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Pier House Resort & Spa
"Wonderful!!! Great location, beautiful grounds, great food & awesome staff. Spent 5 nights there and couldn’t have asked for a better vacation."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

NYAH Key West - Adults Only
"Great location!! We could walk everywhere we wanted to go"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa
"Poor and jacuzzi were under construction, the air conditioner were not central and loud, expensive for what to offer, no access to the beach"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Heron House Court - Adult Only
"Loved the peaceful atmosphere. Loved the old style and charming set up. Loved the friendly staff. Loved the private pool setting. Especially loved the mature landscape with intimate up-lights focused on bushes and palm trees at night…it was like sitting in paradise, no loud noises, just peaceful ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026

Ocean Key Resort - A Noble House Resort
"Our stay was really nice Great location and really friendly staff. The king size bed was comfortable but very high. Had to place a step stool next to bed to get on it."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
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 Florida Keys Beaches.

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 Southernmost Point.

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, Bayview Park and The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Key West are top sights worth seeing.
