Key West is an exquisite island on the southernmost tip of the Florida Keys. If looking for a great vacation place with plenty of fun and leisure activities, Key West is the perfect area to visit. Many vacationers are attracted to Key West because it offers a stress-free environment. There is a huge assortment of interesting activities such as parasailing, snorkeling, and jet skiing. However, the city also features a multitude of laid-back recreation. Travelers can rent a bicycle and explore Old Town Key West, or participate in a guided walking tour. Since the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean surrounds Key West, travelers can take their pick of several eye-catching beaches.

	Top rated hotels
	1. Nassau House 1016 Fleming Street 4. Simonton Court 320 Simonton St (Lower Keys) 2. Heron House 512 Simonton St (Lower Keys) 5. 1800 Atlantic Condominiums 1800 Atlantic Blvd (Lower Keys) 3. The Wicker Guest House 913 Duval Street 6. La Mer and Dewey House 504-506 South St (Lower Keys) View more Key West hotel info »«

	Top rated attractions
	In Key West 1. See an Outdoor Movie Every Thursday night locals and tourists can gather at Atlantic Shores Resort and enjoy an outdoor flick. Come early and bring your own beach chair. This mid-week tradition is a local's favorite. The movie starts at 8 P.M. and the popcorn is free. Movie selections vary, and some movies may be inappropriate for young children. Contact the Atlantic Shores Resort for a schedule.  « hide 2. Nancy Forrester's Secret Garden Located in the heart of Old Town, Nancy Forrester's Secret Garden is one the best kept secrets in Key West. Maintained for more than 30 years, this naturalized garden features a variety of rare palms trees, cycads, bromeliads, vines, and more. The secret garden is the perfect place to have a wedding ceremony. Visitors can enjoy a self-guided tour, or arrange a guided tour and stroll the beautiful garden paths. The on-site art gallery includes many lovely botanical prints, and there's even a guest house available for nightly rentals.  « hide 3. Sunset Celebration Come to Sunset Celebration and take pleasure in a dramatic view of the sunset every night. Many people say that Key West has one of the most beautiful sunsets in the Continental United States. This nightly presentation begins at twilight, and vacationers can stroll the streets of Mallory Square and enjoy a mixture of live entertainment by street performers. Usual nightly acts include a fire-eater, jugglers, and magicians. Local merchants are conveniently located nearby, and display a host of trinkets, jewelry, and gifts.  « hide 4. Southernmost Scavenger Hunt Voted as one the top 10 tourist attractions in Key West, the Southernmost Scavenger Hunt takes vacationers on an exciting journey. Clues and riddles are provided, and participants travel around the city to solve the puzzle. Along the way, tourists enjoy the local sights and historic landmarks. Some people say that the Scavenger Hunt is one of the best ways to appreciate the beauty of Key West. This hunt is certain to be an unforgettable and enjoyable event for the entire family.  « hide 5. Dolphin World Vacationers who want a memorable experience should visit Dolphin World and swim with the dolphins in the Florida Keys. Guests encounter dolphins in a salt water lagoon, and are the given the opportunity to feed the friendly animals, watch a dolphin performance, and swim with the dolphins. With so many swim options available, there is a dolphin encounter for every budget. Dolphin World is the perfect attraction for couples, singles, families, groups, etc. All swimmers must be at least 5-years-old, and contact with dolphins is guaranteed. Online and telephone reservations are recommended.  « hide 6. Key West Aquarium Stop by the Key West Aquarium and learn about a multiplicity of sea-creatures. Built in 1934, the aquarium is a popular tourist attraction, and home to sharks, sea turtles, tropical fish, and other living things that occupy the waters of Key West. Aquarium tours are comprised of a shark feeding and stroking a real shark. Bring the children and let them observe the horde of sea life, which includes eels, barracudas, tarpons, parrotfish, groupers, and more.  « hide 7. Ripley’s Believe It or Not If looking for a cool, fun-filled family museum, check out Ripley’s Believe It or Not and see hundreds of startling and peculiar displays. The museum features 13 galleries and more than 500 wacky exhibits. Popular attractions include oddities such as bones of a two-headed animal, an eight feet tall mannequin of a man who lived some time ago, and a shrunken torso. Children and adults can also participate in interactive games and experiments, and test their knowledge with trivia questions located throughout the museum. Ripley’s Believe It or Not opens daily at 9:30. Some exhibits are so extreme that tourists won’t believe their eyes.  « hide View more Key West attractions » « View less Key West attractions

	Top rated restaurants
	1. Seven Fish Seven Fish, Key West, is a local favorite and features some of the best seafood dishes in Key West. Some refer to Seven Fish as a "diamond in the rough" because the outside appearance is very simple. However, the food is fabulous and travelers are certain to enjoy a memorable meal. Reservations are recommended  « hide 6. Grand Café Grand Café, Key West, creates an incredible dining experience that includes outside eating area, which lets guest dine on the wraparound porch that overlooks Duval Street and the courtyard. The Grand Café invites locals and tourists for lunch or dinner. Enjoy delicious food, fine wines, and the best martinis in Key West.  « hide 2. Pisces Pisces, Key West, has several outstanding dishes and an enormous selection of delicious desserts. Come in and enjoy a hearty portion of Lobster Mango Tango, or Pisces' signature sake-glazed Tuna.  « hide 7. La Trattoria La Trattoria, Key West, has won the People's Choice award and considered one of the best Italian restaurants in Key West. The savory dishes include wonderfully prepared appetizers and perfectly seasoned traditional Italian meals. Bring the entire family, or enjoy a romantic dinner at this eatery.  « hide 3. A&B Lobster House A&B Lobster House, Key West, offers a fine dining experience, wherein guests can enjoy the freshest seafood and mouth-watering meals prepared by an award-winning chef. A&B Lobster House is the perfect place to have a romantic dinner. Eat outside on the dining deck and dance beneath the stars.  « hide 8. Mangia, Mangia Mangia, Mangia, Key West, is a favorite family restaurant that offers fresh homemade pastas and a nice wine selection at an affordable price. This café is perfect for budget-travelers and a favorite among the locals.  « hide 4. Hard Rock Café Hard Rock Café, Key West, is a well-known theme restaurant that's famous for its rock and roll décor and tasty entrée medley. This restaurant features a full menu loaded with classic American meals such as cheeseburgers, fries, and other favorites. The perfect place for lunch or dinner, the Hard Rock Café is roomy and includes a full bar.  « hide 9. Twisted Noodle nd inexpensive prices. Adults can come early for Happy Hour, or come late and take advantage of the nighttime dinner specials and full bar.  « hide 5. Square One Restaurant Square One Restaurant, Key West, offers exquisitely prepared American cuisines and seafood favorites. The ambiance of Square One is very relaxed, but elegant. Guests enjoy a fabulous dining experience which consists of white tablecloths, fresh flowers, wine, and live music.  « hide 10. Shrooner Wharf Bar This trendy open bar is located in Key West’s historic seaport area. Shrooner Wharf Bar is perfect for persons who look for good entertainment and activities. The bar hosts several special events such as a Super Bowl Party, three-hour Happy Hours, and Bikini Fashion Show. Come inside and take advantage of the full menu that includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner entrées. Stay late and enjoy live music from the bar’s house band.  « hide

	Key West Insider tips
	1. Best Rates Available in Early December, Key West Come to Key West in early December and take advantage of great hotel rates. The holiday season is a very active time in Florida, and tourists flock to the area during Thanksgiving and Christmas week. Since tourism is slow throughout the first two weeks in December, several hotels such as the Historic Key West Inns offer unbelievable rates to attract guests. Historic Key West Inns, 1-800-549-4430  « hide 2. Beware of Overpriced T-Shirt Shops To lure business, several T-shirt shops on Duval Street and Front Street advertise free shirts or $5.00 shirts. There is a huge catch to these offers. Before a patron can get a free or cheap shirt, they must purchase two shirts at regular price (2 for 1 deal), or agree to have a free shirt screen printed with a logo, which costs approximately $15.00. Tourists looking for inexpensive souvenir shirts can find great deals from street vendors along Duval Street, flea markets, and bars. Most of the time, the quality of T-shirts purchased from a street vendor is comparable to shirts sold in stores.  « hide 3. Buy Souvenirs near Mallory Square Key West is full of souvenir shops selling sunglasses, shot glasses, island bags, postcards, etc. Tourists can find the best deals in shops near Mallory Square. If a nice item is spotted in one store, don't rush to buy the item. More than likely, the same item will be advertised in another shop at a slightly lower price. This way, tourists can get more souvenirs for their money. Persons who buy merchandise from a street vendor may be able to negotiate a lower price.  « hide

	Key West nightlife
	In Key West 1. Bourbon Street Complex Spend the night dancing to disco at the Bourbon Street Complex. Within the complex are five bars and two restaurants, which give locals and tourists ample entertainment options. Nightly entertainment includes male dancers, comedians, drag shows, and dancing to disco classics.  « hide 2. Bull and Whistle Complex Enjoy two nightclubs in one. The Bull is a high-energy nightclub that features live music and dancing until the late hours. If you want a break from partying, stroll over to Whistle and relax in a “chilled” environment. Order a cocktail and listen to music. Whistle also includes several billiard tables and open view of the lively Duval Street.  « hide