Key West Historic District
Key West
Visit Key West Historic District
Popular places to visit
Duval Street
Along one of the southernmost streets in the continental U.S., enjoy a lively area filled with shops, pubs, restaurants and lots of sidewalk acts and vendors.
Mallory Square
Arrive at this square at day’s end to find street performers, food carts and one of the most beautiful sunsets in the United States.
Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum
Meet six-toed cats and watch as the life of one America’s great writers unfolds before your eyes at his former home.
Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory
With about 60 species of butterfly, an indoor waterfall and a tropical rainforest, this nature conservatory is one of the most popular attractions in Key West.
Harry S. Truman Little White House
Visit the winter home of President Harry S. Truman to see where some of America’s most important post-war decisions were made.
Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum
Climb to the top of this historic lighthouse for unparalleled photo opportunities and then visit the former home of Key West’s lighthouse keepers.
Things to do
Day trip to Paradise from Miami: Key West Tour with Snorkeling, Open bar
Key West Morning Snorkel Adventure with Bottomless Mimosas & Breakfast
Historic Key West Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Key West Sunset Sail with Live Music, Drinks and Appetizers!
Key West Dolphin & Snorkeling Tour - Small Group
Bucket-List Parasailing In Downtown Key West - Highest & Longest Rides
Top hotels in Key West Historic District
Southernmost Beach Resort and Guesthouses
"The bar tenders were great"
Reviewed on 31 May, 2026
Casa Marina Key West, Curio Collection by Hilton
"We were really disappointed by the beach. It’s rocky and was covered in seaweed (during our visit). The pools are beautiful, staff was lovely. The room was enormous and well maintained. I just wish we had more transparency regarding the condition of the beach."
Reviewed on 30 May, 2026
Hyatt Centric Key West Resort and Spa
"Poor and jacuzzi were under construction, the air conditioner were not central and loud, expensive for what to offer, no access to the beach"
Reviewed on 29 May, 2026
Pier House Resort & Spa
"Resort was in a convenient area with plenty of entertainment and stores. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. The private beach was also great. This will likely be a mainstay for us when we return to Key West again."
Reviewed on 31 May, 2026
Opal Key Resort & Marina, Key West
"The property was very nice the only complaint is that with paid for an ocean view room and on 2 of our 4 days a cruise ship docked and obscured the view from 8am to 5pm."
Reviewed on 29 May, 2026
The Reach Key West, Curio Collection by Hilton
"I got charged by Expedia and the hotel. I believe thus to be an unresolved issue between Expedia & Hilton leaving me to pay both bills. Very expensive! Expedia and Hilton need to resolve this issue and make a refund to ky credit card!"
Reviewed on 29 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Key West Historic District
Downtown Key West
While visiting Downtown Key West, you might make a stop by sights like Duval Street and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum.
Old Town Key West
While visiting Old Town Key West, you might make a stop by sights like Duval Street and Southernmost Point.
Historic Seaport
If you're spending some time in Historic Seaport, Duval Street and Florida Keys Beaches are top sights worth seeing.
Bahama Village
Bahama Village is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Duval Street and Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum.
Uptown - Upper Duval
If you're spending some time in Uptown - Upper Duval, Southernmost Point and Duval Street are top sights worth seeing.
The Meadows
If you're spending some time in The Meadows, Bayview Park and The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Key West are top sights worth seeing.
