Although Island City House may be the oldest guesthouse in Key West, it is still grand, beautiful and a wonderful place to stay. Inside the complex, the garden paths wind you through the property and take you away to a quiet and tranquil place. The pool is perfect for a quick cool off dip or morning laps, but who really wants to exercise while on vacation? Located at 411 Wiliam Street, the...
Historic Walking Tour
Cypress House – Historic Walking Tour
Dade County pine and Cypress woods were used during the 1800's to build homes in Key West. Because of their durability and natural resistance to pests, they never required a protective coating...
The Steam Plant – Historic Walking Tour
Between Caroline Street and the US Coast Guard Station is 281 Trumbo Road. There you will find the The Steam Plant. This section of Key West is on man-made land that once was part of the Gulf of...
US Weather Bureau – Historic Walking Tour
Located at 57 Front Street in the Truman Annex stand the old Weather Bureau building. I have always been fascinated with weather. I took Meteorology as my science in school and loved every bit of...
Key West Armory the initial home to The Studios of Key West
The Armory is located at 600 White Street on the corner of White and Southard. In 2006 the Key West Armory became the initial...
Fire Station No. 3 and Museum
Fire Station No. 3 is located at 1026 Grinnell between Virginia Street and Truman Avenue. It was built in 1907. When it...
Patterson Baldwin House – Oldest Schoolhouse – Historic Walking Tour
Located at 336 Duval (Corner of Eaton and Duval) is the Oldest Schoolhouse also known as the Patterson Baldwin House. It started...
Oldest Drug Store – Historic Walking Tour
Located at 500 Simonton Street is the Oldest Drug Store. This is one of the oldest commercial buildings in Key West. Dr. John...
Casa Antigua – Historic Walking Tour
This historic stop is located at 314 Simonton Street between Eaton and Caroline. Originally built as the Trev-Mor Hotel, it was...
James Haskins House – Historic Walking Tour
The 1886 fire missed this home by 20 feet. This home is located at the corner of Fleming and Simonton streets. James Haskins, a...
Dr. Joseph Yates Porter House – Historic Walking Tour
The house is located at 429 Caroline Street between Duval and Whitehead. Originally built as a two-story house in 1839 a third...
The Oldest House – Historic Walking Tour
The Oldest House is located at 322 Duval Street. The house and gardens are open to the public from 10am to 4pm daily. There...
Key West Woman’s Club – Historic Walking Tour
The Key West Woman's Club is located at 319 Duval Street between Eaton and Caroline Street. This red brick home was built by...
Historic Walking Tour
Key West Woman’s Club – Historic Walking Tour
The Key West Woman's Club is located at 319 Duval Street between Eaton and Caroline Street. This red brick home was built by...
John Dewey House – Historic Walking Tour
The John Dewey house is located at 504 South Street. Although, Mr. Dewey never owned his own home in Key West, he did spend...
E. H. Gato Cigar Factory
The E. H. Gato cigar factory is located at 1100 Simonton Street at the corner of Simonton and Amelia Streets. This is the second...
Key West Roosters
Key West roosters are the most photographed inhabitants of Key West. A rooster is a male chicken and the term "rooster"...
The Artist House – Historic Walking Tour
The Artist House is located at 534 Eaton Street. It was built in 1887 by Thomas Otto. Thomas lived in the house for about 40...
The Southernmost House – Historic Walking Tour
The Southernmost House is located at 1400 Duval Street at the corner of Duval and South Streets. William Curry came to Key West,...
Custom House
The Custom House is located at 281 Front Street. This big red brick building was built as the U.S. Custom House. It opened in...
Mallory Square
Mallory Square is the center of all activities in Key West. It won't take you too long to realize that sunset is a celebration...
St. Mary, Star of the Sea – Historic Walking Tour
St. Mary, Star of the Sea is located at 1010 Windsor Lane. This is the first Catholic Church in Key West, dedicated on February...
West Martello
Located at 1100 Atlantic Blvd on Higgs Beach, the West Martello is one of three Civil War era forts on the island. The shape and...
Fort Zachary Taylor
Fort Zachary Taylor State Park is located at the end of Southard Street in Truman Annex. Fort Zachary Taylor construction began...
Mallory Steam Line – Historic Walking Tour
The Mallory Steam Line ticket office is located at 402 Wall Street. The Mallory Ship Line was formed in the 1860's by Charles...