Key West Historic District Small-Group Walking Tour
Overview
Ever wondered how the island of Key West was discovered and became so rich? Explore Key West’s history, lore, and legends from the ground up with an intimate walking tour. Whether you want to learn more about the island’s first industries such as shipwrecking and cigarmaking, are curious about local history, or are looking for a fun-filled walk, Key West’s Historic Districts are waiting for you!
This small-group walking tour offers both an educational experience and unparalleled delight for the lovers of history and culture. Our experienced local tour guides will lead you on an impressive stroll through the scenic streets of the Old Town where you can connect with the culture of a historic city. This unique experience is enjoyed by visitors from across the world and is a must-do while in Key West!
What to bring and to wear:
Comfortable clothing and shoes, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, water.
Inclusions
- Local Guide
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Southernmost Point, Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040
Join us for the best walking tour in Key West!
You will be amazed by how much history and culture our small island has! Local Guide will take you on a time travel adventure. As you stroll through the scenic streets of the Old Town, you will learn how the island was discovered and became one of the richest cities in the USA!
Hear the stories of the first industries on the island, such as shipwrecking, sponge harvesting and cigarmaking. Also, learn what key role Key West played in the Cuban fight for its independence and find out why Key West declared the war against the United States.
What to bring and to wear:
Comfortable clothing and shoes, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, water.
Pass By: Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Museum, 200 Greene St, Key West, FL 33040-6516
Learn who Mel Fisher is and how his dream became a reality!
Pass By: San Carlos Institute, 516 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040-6553
Learn about Cuban heritage in Key West and how Key West became a cigar capital of the world.
Pass By: Bahama Village, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Learn why Key West is also known as the Conch Republic and who is a Conch.
Pass By: The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum, 907 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040-7473
The guide will explain to you why there is one of the largest pools on the property and who build it.
Additional information
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Stroller accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Parking: If you come on a bicycle there is a bike rack where you can lock it. There is meter parking available for the cars on Fitzpatrick, Whitehead and Front streets. Plan accordingly so you arrive on time and have time to park.
- Must be able to walk 1.4 to 1.8 miles at moderate speed in warm weather.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Alejandro was very informative and flexible as rain delayed our start time! Our group of 4 had a great time walking around Key West and learning about its history. We really enjoyed the tour.
Alejandro was very informative and flexible as rain delayed our start time! Our group of 4 had a great time walking around Key West and learning about its history. We really enjoyed the tour.Our tour guide was great! Great walking tour! All the history we learned about Key West was great. Seeing where Ernest Hemingway lived and the story about him. Walking on Duvall Street was great too!
Our tour guide was great! Great walking tour! All the history we learned about Key West was great. Seeing where Ernest Hemingway lived and the story about him. Walking on Duvall Street was great too!Great experience and worth the price. Great tour guide and recommend to new comers. Saw a lot and super informative
Great experience and worth the price. Great tour guide and recommend to new comers. Saw a lot and super informativeI would highly recommend this walking tour to learn about the history of Key West and the Keys. Alejandro, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable and presented the facts and history with photos and a ton of information that was very interesting. It was an easy two hour walk around the heart of Ke...
I would highly recommend this walking tour to learn about the history of Key West and the Keys. Alejandro, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable and presented the facts and history with photos and a ton of information that was very interesting. It was an easy two hour walk around the heart of Key West. You won’t be disappointed. Well worth the cost. Joe D.Alejandro was an outstanding guide and knew the history of the area. We take walking tours every destination we go. He was fantastic! Grateful, Karen & John
Alejandro was an outstanding guide and knew the history of the area. We take walking tours every destination we go. He was fantastic! Grateful, Karen & JohnOur guide was very knowledgeable about the history of Key West and took us to the important landmarks to help explain the history. Very personable and patient. Would recommend this tour if you like to walk. This tour is not for anyone that does not like to tour on foot…it burns calories for an...
Our guide was very knowledgeable about the history of Key West and took us to the important landmarks to help explain the history. Very personable and patient. Would recommend this tour if you like to walk. This tour is not for anyone that does not like to tour on foot…it burns calories for an excellent seafood dinner.