Key West – an island city located in the Florida Keys is a town famous for its laid-back lifestyle, marine life, underwater playgrounds and Ernest Hemingway. There are endless things to do in this town and you may never want to leave after your first visit. Key West has a lot of history and charm so we wanted to give you a list of things to see and do on your trip down south. Enjoy and if you have ever been to Key West, leave us a comment with things our readers may want to do on their first visit. XOXO

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Things to See and Do

First stop on your trip needs to be to the Southernmost point, which is one of the most iconic spots and probably the most visited. It is an anchored buoy that marks one of the extreme points in North America. It is probably best to get their early to avoid the lines and beat the heat.

For any history buff or lover of reading you must check out the Ernest Hemmingway house. He of course was a literary genius and a very well-known person in the city of Key West. He owned the property until his death in 1961. Today it is listed as a U.S National Historic Landmark and the museum is home to a crew of cats that live on the property. So, if you are allergic, better take your allergy meds before visiting.

• Location: 907 Whitehead Street, Key West, Florida

Key West Christmas Tree

Check out The Key West Tropical Garden, which is the only frost-free, natural conservation habitat, botanical garden in the continental United States. Beautiful native plants and rare, fresh water ponds are must see.

https://www.keywest.garden/

• Check out Sloppy Joe’s historic bar which is one of Hemingway’s old haunts.

• Check out Mile Marker 0 located at Fleming and Whitehead Street. Just a cool photo op for visitors who want to prove they have been to one of the most extreme spots in the U.S.  United States.
• Beaches to check out include: South Beach, Smathers Beach and Simonton Street Beach.

Where to Stay

Courtney’s Place B&B

If you want to be close to the party and all of the bars and shops then check out Courtney’s place. It is a B&B located a street over from Duval Street and minutes from everything. It offers a lot of amenities and great rates as well.

https://www.courtneysplacekeywest.com/

Southernmost Beach Resort

The Southernmost Beach Resort is one of the most beautiful places to stay in Key West and is also in the heart of everything,  about a block from Duval Street. You really don’t even need to leave the hotel because it has everything you need from 4 bars, 3 pools, fitness center, a private pier to the beach and a full-service spa. It has epic views of the ocean and lush tropical gardens.

https://www.southernmostbeachresort.com/

Casa Marina Key West- A Waldorf Astoria Resort

If you are looking for luxury then look no further than Casa Marina Key West, a Waldorf Astoria resort. You have 1,100 feet of reserved beach just for guests.

You can stay in an Oceanfront Suite with a balcony for direct access to the ocean. You also get access to water sports, deep sea fishing, wind surfing, and catamaran cruises. It is located less than 3 miles from the airport and close to all of the excitement of Duval Street.

http://www.casamarinaresort.com/