Duval Street is one of the most popular tourist strips that you should not give a miss. This place is all packed with amazing restaurants and shops to roam around and have fun too. It is specially made to entertain the passengers and let them have a relaxing time here. Plan up your first day of the city here and explore out some historic homes and tourist attractions to enjoy.
This park is popular due to archipelago of seven reef islands. The park is mostly occupied with ample of turtles. The sad part is the island does not have the fresh water and hence, government has added certain features to the park which includes the dry land and the garden key. There is also a fort in the park, which was used as a prison for the people involved during the civil war.
One of the famous writers called Ernest Hemingway had lived here. He purchased it during the year 1851 and lived till 1940. However, along with its famous writing, his home became popular too for its amazing architecture which was also featured with some tropical garden and salt water pool which was literally worth to enjoy. Although this place almost made him a brook, but if you take a closer look, you will understand that he has put all his efforts to build this house. Although his descendants still hold this property, but the home has been turned into a museum and is now open for the tourist to see the life of such a great writer more closely.
If you have a keen interest in the colonial furniture, or any type of period architecture or tropical greenery, then end up your curiosity at Audubon House & Tropical Gardens. It is located in Old town and hardly far from Duval Street. You must check out the house décor and the colorful garden full with orchids, herbs and tropical plants.
This place is said to be the prominence of the Key West in U.S.A. You will see here the performers and street vendors selling off the stuff at a great deal. You can buy some great souvenirs. Also enjoy the performance of some great people showcasing their talents. You can spend the entire day roaming at this place and also enjoy a good food option quite enough to keep you full for the long time.
The cruise from Key West Harbor gives a complete view of the island’s beauty and is also said to be the best place to enjoy a snorkeling experience. It is more sort of adventurous and ideal for the people who love to perform such activities. There are some amazing glass bottom boats from where you see the reef without even getting your feet wet. Lucky people also get the view of dolphins as well.
This place is located in Old Town in the year 1847. You will find here some great inscriptions that have been actually placed here like "At least I know where he's sleeping tonight." Each tombstone reflects the casual lifestyle of the island with typical inscription. You will also see the burial plots that have stacked the multiple people on one another.
People who have a keen interest in history must visit Fort Zachary Taylor. It was made during the civil war to protect the part of Florida's coast. It is known for the beach place to enjoy and also for the historical importance which it holds. This swimming beach has some other activities for you, like fishing, picnic grounds and snorkeling.
The World Famous Conch Tour Train will help you have a city tour in a unique and memorable way. It stops at different locations in town and also lets you enjoy the tropical scenery. You can explore out the tourist places that include Duval Street, Old town and waterfront to name a few. This can also be an interesting way to learn history and explore the city together.
Originally built in the year 1890, this place was earlier the naval Headquarters during World War I and II. However, now the place has been restored into a museum, which exhibits the role of this city in the naval conflicts. This place has got some great revealing history, which you certainly will be excited to unlock.
