Guide to Key West

Explore the vibrant charm of Key West with our comprehensive area guide. From sun-soaked beaches and water adventures to iconic festivals and historic landmarks, this island paradise offers something for everyone. Discover the best places to eat, drink, and explore, and stay up-to-date with local events and insider tips. Whether you’re planning a family vacation, a romantic getaway, or an adventure with friends, our guide is here to help you uncover the magic of Key West. Dive into curated recommendations, expert blogs, and must-see attractions to make your trip unforgettable.

Things to Do

Explore activities like snorkeling, sunset cruises, biking through Old Town, and visiting historic landmarks.

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What's happening in Key West

Stay up-to-date with Key West’s vibrant event calendar, including Fantasy Fest, Hemingway Days, and Lobsterfest.

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Key West Blog

Get insider tips, travel guides, and local stories to enhance your Key West experience.

Pack your flip-flops and dancing shoes! Book now for the KWSF

At its heart, Key West embraces a laid-back, tranquil vibe, but each spring the island turns up the volume for the Key West Songwriters Festival....

May and June in Key West: Book now to relax, explore and live island life

As spring fades into early summer, Key West enters one of its most enjoyable and underrated seasons. May and June bring warm, breezy...

Mr. Mac and life along Caroline Street: The roots of Old Key West

Key West has always been a crossroads — a place where travelers, wreckers, sailors, spongers, cigar workers and dreamers passed through...

Carpe diem! Extend spring break into a month: Seas the Day reduced rates

Spring break doesn’t have to end after a week. In Key West, early spring invites you to stretch time — to trade schedules for...

Reduced monthly rates for March/April! Enjoy a magical reset by the water at Azur Palm

There’s a certain kind of traveler who understands the magic of staying long enough to belong. Not rushing. Not...

Spend April your way: A curated guide to slow travel, culture & comfort in Key West

April in Key West is a reminder of how refreshing slow travel can be. The air is warm and soft, the crowds are light, and the...

3 reasons to make an impromptu winter escape to the Florida Keys

Winter in the Keys is one of the most joyful travel seasons of the year; mild temperatures, abundant sunshine and a calendar full of reasons to...

Spring in Key West: Why April Is the perfect month for a 30-day island escape

April in Key West feels like the island at its very best: warm but not hot, lively but not crowded, and bursting with color, culture...

Key West: The ideal island destination for every season

Think Key West is only for winter vacations? Think again! From festivals and outdoor adventures to ever-tropical weather and historic charm, Key West is...

Love Island: Romantic adventures this February in Key West

Celebrate love in the sun this February in Key West. From sunset sails and seaside dining to art walks and unique outdoor adventures, discover the most...

Your island winter escape awaits: Rare seasonal availability on select Key West rentals

Winter in Key West feels like a secret you can’t wait to share. While much of the world bundles up, our island is...

Swap winter boots for flip-flops: Your December island escape in idyllic Key West

 When winter’s chill sets in, imagine trading snow-boots for sandals, hot cocoa for mojitos, and the gray skies of...

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