Key West, FL Hotels

Key West, Florida

One visit to Key West and you are hooked for life. This town’s personality is eclectic, fun and laid back. Beyond its crazy persona there is a beauty that is natural, stunning, and very memorable. There is always something to do in Key West, whether it's 3 in the morning or 3 in the afternoon. Ghost Tours of Key Westwill provide plenty of spookiness while the Tennessee Williams Fine Arts Center offers humour and kookiness for visitors travelling to this little island.

Mallory Square is the place to be for the nightly Sunset Celebration,filled with fun, friends, and a fabulous sunset view.With all that is unique about Key West, be ready to try the local cuisine that features conch as a delicacy. After getting some food in your belly, trek down Duval Street,which runs across the bottom of the island from the Atlantic to the Gulf. For family-friendly excursions, check out Sebago Watersports, Key West Shipwreck Museum, or the Key West Butterfly Conservatory, which the kids are sure to love. No matter the weather where you are, you can always count on sunny days, happy people, and good times on the island of Key West.

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Key West Events

In January, the Key West Food and Wine Festival welcomes visitors to taste the delicious eats, treats, and drinks from the local restaurants.

In February, the Old Island Days Art Festival is situated along Whitehead Street in Key West and hosts artists from all over the country in this nationally recognized show.

The Annual Taste of Key West kicks off spring with a huge event where visitors can eat and drink to their hearts’ content.

Summer heats up with the Cuban American Heritage Festival, which showcases the rich history of Cubans in Key West with fun activities such as Conga lines, a domino contest and street parties.

The Hemingway Day Festival in July celebrates all things Ernest Hemingway, including look-a-likes from all over the country. For 30 years, this wacky festival is hosted at Sloppy Joe's bar in Key West.

Not far from Key West, the Marathon Super Boat Grand Prix offers a summer packed with speed and thrills as visitors watch extremely fast boats race across the ocean.

The famous 10-day-long Fantasy Fest brings funny floats, balls, costume competitions and so much more to the island of Key West.

As summer says goodbye, the Goombay Festival celebrates the Bahamian culture in Key West with dancing, drums and music in the streets.

Pirates of Paradise invites visitors to dress up and join in on this party that includes pirate pub walks, a thieves’ market, a pirates’ feast and many more events that span more than 10 days at the end of November.

The Key West Boat Parade is a memorable sight with lighted boats fully decorated to display traditional holiday spirit combined with true island charm.

When To Go

Mid October through April is the best time to visit Key West, when its warm weather draws visitors from colder climates. This sunny, sandy getaway has daily high temperatures ranging from 82°F (28°C) to 85°F (30°C).

June through August are the hottest and most humid months, with daily temperatures as high as 95°F (35°C). If you’re planning to enjoy the beach, avoid travelling to Key West in August or September, when the island can get up to 5.5 inches (14cm) of rain.

Getting There

Key West International offers flights by US Airways, Delta, and American Eagle. It is important to look for direct flights that won't connect through mainland cities like Miami. If arriving in Marathon Key, be aware that the shuttle drive to Key West is more than 50 miles.

Traveling by car, Highway 1 south will take you straight to Key West. From Florida City it will take approximately three hours to reach the island.

The Key West Express ferry leaves from Fort Myers Beach and features a snack bar, air conditioning and a flat-screen television for passengers.

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