Immerse yourself in the beauty and history of Key West with this self-guided audio tour. Discover Hemingway’s paradise, hear stories of pirates and shipwrecks, and explore the vibrant culture of this unique island.
Immerse yourself in the beauty and history of Key West with this self-guided audio tour. Discover Hemingway’s paradise, hear stories of pirates and shipwrecks, and explore the vibrant culture of this unique island.
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Southernmost Point of the Continental U.S.A. - Notice the prominent red buoy ahead? It’s unmistakable, as it’s the last landmark before the ocean. This signifies the southernmost point in the Continental United States! Well, almost. Allow for some clarification.
NOTE: This 2.3+ mile-long tour highlights the key attractions of Florida Key West in…
- Southernmost Point of the Continental U.S.A. - Notice the prominent red buoy ahead? It’s unmistakable, as it’s the last landmark before the ocean. This signifies the southernmost point in the Continental United States! Well, almost. Allow for some clarification.
NOTE: This 2.3+ mile-long tour highlights the key attractions of Florida Key West in just 1 hour.
Purchase once, enjoy for a year! Perfect for extended stays and return visits over the next 12 months.
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Historic Cedar House - Approaching on the right is the Historic Cedar House. It’s quite noticeable, given its name! Why is it called the Cedar House? Observe the house and the surrounding fence. Indeed, both are crafted from cedar. This is one of the few homes in Key West constructed entirely of cedar.
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The Kapok Tree - Ahead on the left is the renowned Kapok Tree. It’s the large one with expansive branches extending from the trunk. Kapok trees are among the tallest flowering trees globally, reaching over 200 feet in height. They thrive in warm tropical climates and hold sacred significance in many cultures.
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Zero Mile Art - The upcoming intersection marks the start of US Highway One. Mile marker zero is just ahead on our left. We’ll approach from the back of the sign, so be sure to walk around to the front for a better view.
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Key West Pirates Well - For a quick detour to a pirate-themed attraction, turn right onto Caroline Street. This leads to the Captain George Carey house, home to the Pirates Well, located just in front of the house.
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Captain George Carey House - On our right is the Captain George Carey House! Have you heard of the “Wreck of the German Brides?” It’s a true story! A shipwreck occurred nearby in the 1800s, and five German women survived. All were single, and each married a man from Key West!
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Truman Little White House - Look to the left. See the sign for Truman’s “Little” Whitehouse? It’s a short walk from here, so if interested, follow the signs. Otherwise, continue down Whitehead Street while learning more about it.
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Audubon House & Tropical Gardens - On our right is the Audubon House and its lush tropical gardens. It’s hard to miss! Built in 1849, it was once the residence of Captain John Geiger, one of Key West’s wealthiest individuals.
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Capt. Tony’s Saloon - Approaching Greene Street, home to a notable Key West landmark: Captain Tony’s Saloon! The barstools here bear the names of celebrities who have visited. Want to drink where Robert DeNiro, Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, and Clint Eastwood once did? This is the spot.
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Sloppy Joe’s - On our left is the new location of Sloppy Joe’s. Time to clarify history. As mentioned, this isn’t the original Sloppy Joe’s. But did you know neither was Captain Tony’s Saloon? So where was the original?
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The Oldest House Museum & Garden - Believe it or not, the white house with the porch on our right is the island’s oldest house! Built in 1829, it was home to the notable wrecker, Captain Francis Watlington, who lived there with his wife and nine daughters. Yes, nine!
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St. Paul’s Episcopal Church - Notice the large white church to our left? That’s St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, one of the area’s most stunning buildings. Despite its appearance, the church has endured its share of tragedies and disasters over the years.
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San Carlos Institute - Recall the fire of 1886? The white building with three archways on our right is the San Carlos Institute, where that fire started! Today, it’s a museum, library, theater, and school. Plus, an art gallery. It’s also recognized as one of Florida’s most beautiful landmarks.
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Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory - Just ahead on our right is the Butterfly and Nature Conservatory. Here, you can observe over 50 butterfly species from around the globe, along with gardens filled with flowering plants, exotic birds, and cascading waterfalls. It’s like a paradise within a paradise.
- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- Comprehensive…
- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
- Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
- Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories.
- Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Discover stunning coastlines, intriguing history, and captivating wildlife with this self-guided walking tour of Key West. Learn about the renowned author Ernest Hemingway and how the island inspired his work. Listen to tales of pirates, shipwrecks, and calamities while admiring the lush tropical gardens and coastline. Then, wander along Duval Street,…
Discover stunning coastlines, intriguing history, and captivating wildlife with this self-guided walking tour of Key West. Learn about the renowned author Ernest Hemingway and how the island inspired his work. Listen to tales of pirates, shipwrecks, and calamities while admiring the lush tropical gardens and coastline. Then, wander along Duval Street, the vibrant center of Key West, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of this unique island.
After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require a reliable internet/Wi-Fi connection. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route.
Purchase once and enjoy for a year! Perfect for extended stays and return visits over the next 12 months.
Please note, this is not an entrance ticket. Verify opening hours before your visit.
- How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and text with instructions: • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password • Download the tour MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular Works offline after download
- How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
- Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
- Savings tips: Walking tours: couples can share one tour by splitting headphones
- Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.