Exploring the most southern tip of the US through Key West tours destinations

The Americas tropical paradise, situated in the most southern point of the country is Key West. This small island is the most popular vacation destination for many years already, and even though the island is not so big, there are plenty of Key West tours that will literary blow your mind away.

Key West is closer to Havana than to Miami, and can offer you indeed unforgettable summer experiences. This island has a very colorful history and you can experience it as well as soon as you find some lodging.
No matter when you decided to visit this island and to experience some of the most popular Miami to Key West tours, you will most certainly have a great weather. Key West doesn't know about the winter as here every day is sunny. Among some of the most popular Key West tours, we can easily say that this island is a heaven for fishermen, writers, pirates and smugglers.

Key West consists of a new part that has been completely developed, and from Old Town where you can still see narrow streets and gingerbread homes which gives a certain touch of charm to this section.
Even though there are plenty of Key West tours destinations, one of the easiest ways to get the lay of the land is to take the Old Town Trolley or maybe the Conch Tour Train. If you prefer to walk, this can be an excellent choice as you will be able to see in peace all the beautiful architecture on the island which is actually a combination of different cultures. Biking can be also a good option as it is easy to cover the area. Key West is not that big as it is only 3.5 miles long and 1.5 miles wide.



Some of the most famous Key West tours include the visit to the old Hemingway house that is situated next to the Olivia and Whitehead Streets. This house is today a home of more than 60 cats which are believed to be all descendants of Ernest´s original six-toed cat. Except for this, it is definitely worth visiting Audubon House, which is now a museum. In the end of the day, a visit to the Key West Lighthouse Museum can complete your Key experience before returning to your accommodation.

The beaches of Key West are beautiful and represent as well one of the Key West tours sports worth of visiting. The beaches are nice and sandy, and are surrounded by calm waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean. There are different beaches though, that invite different types of crowd.

Key West lets you enjoy in different water sports including those underwater ones. One of the most popular Key West tours is exploring the coral reefs and maybe finding lost pirate treasure, watching tropical fish, snorkeling, diving, etc.

Whatever kind of activities you chose, you will definitely not get bored. The locals are wonderfully friendly, and when you get hungry you will have numerous choices of restaurants around Key West Florida.

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The best Key West tours and attractions

One of the most popular tourist spots on Florida is Key West. Thousands of visitors come to the island every year. Key West is not popular only for its beaches and emerald water. There are numerous Miami to Key West tours and attractions that are a part of the history of the island and that are worth seeing and experiencing.

Key West is a small island, only 2 by 4 miles. Because of this, it is constantly crowded, so getting around the island can be very difficult. If you came to the island by car, you can definitely forget about using it. There are numerous reasons for that. First of all, the streets on the island are small and narrow, and there are no many chances that a car could pass through. Also, the problem of having a car on the island is the lack of parking space.
You can always rent a bike though, as this is the easiest and cheapest way to get along the island. There are numerous Key West tours and attractions, and her we will be mentioning only the most popular ones.

Harry S. Truman Little White House – Harry Truman was one of the great US presidents, and he chose key west as a place where he will be able to rest and forget about all day pressures of the White house. The house where he used to live is today open for visitors. An average tour around this landmark is about one hour. The entrance fees are not very big - $11 for adults and $5 for children under 12.

Earnest Hemmingway Home – this is one of the top Key West tours and attractions. A lot of people come to the island exactly because of this. Ernest Hemingway was a famous writer. The house where he used to live was built in 1851. Today, his house was transferred into museum. It is not empty though as it represents a home to dozens of cats. A tour around this landmark takes about 30 minutes. The entrance fees are not very big - $11 for adults and $6 for children under 12.



Key West Aquarium – this is a great and one of the most interesting attractions for children. Dozens of aqua life species can be seen here. This is also one of the oldest tourist attractions in Key West. The tours offered are free. You will be able to see sharks, barracudas, turtles, and many other sea lives. The entrance fees are not very big - $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12.

Key West, Florida is a unique marvelous place to visit. Taking into consideration all the Key West tours and attractions, you are guaranteed to have every day fun.

Key West tours and attractions are a part of the islands history and culture, and by itself one of the most interesting ways of completing your already beautiful stay on the island.

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Key West tours and attractions

The first thing people usually refer to when someone mentions the words "key west" are the beautiful weather and tropical sandy beaches. But, Key West is not only this. Key West is more than beaches, water and sand. Key West is a place with history that everyone should know of. This is why Key West tours and attractions have been created in order to educate people about the island.

Key West is the southernmost point in the continental US and one of the most popular places for vacations. Key West is a paradise. It is a small island, measuring 2 by 4 miles, and yet has enough Key West tours and attractions like any other bigger city in the world.



Before Key West became a part of Spanish colony in 1500s, it was inhabited by the Calusa people. A lot of interesting residents lived a part of their life on this island – pirates, US Civil war soldiers, US president residents, etc. Key West tours and attractions include all the places where famous people used to live, numerous museums, and different historical sites through which the tour guides will be happy to walk you along.

Some of the greatest attractions of Key West are its beaches. You can opt for relaxing on the beach, diving, snorkeling, swimming with dolphins, etc. you can even go on some interesting water tours where you will be able to observe turtles, fishes, rays and sharks.

There are numerous cultural activities and events that you will be able to experience on Key West. Some of the most popular cultural events art exhibits, musical shows and concerts.

Some of the popular Key West tours and attractions include Ghost and Mysteries Tour as well. This is an excellent opportunity to finish the night, and for believers, fun is guaranteed.

Key West has something to offer to the whole family. No matter if you are traveling as a single or with children, there are numerous activities that will blow your mind. Children will enjoy on sandy beaches, boat rides that will take them to see dolphins and even to swim with them, exploring the long lost pirate treasure, etc.

Key West is a unique place and definitely worth of visiting. When planning your vacations, you will have to decide about the best possible accommodation as well. There are numerous hotels on the island, bed & breakfast accommodations, but most of the people opt for beautiful Key West cottages and villas.

Key West tours and attractions are a great way of having wonderful holidays. Some of the most popular points of interest for many tourists include the House and Museum of Ernest Hemingway, Harry Truman's White House, Key West Aquarium, Dry Tortugas national park, and many others. You can decide to explore all of the mentioned landmarks by yourself, or opt for a guided tour where you will be able to learn a few about the history of each of the mentioned island attractions.

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