Key West History: Small-Group Walking Tour

Discover the rich history of Key West on a small-group walking tour. Explore the island’s first industries, learn about local history, and enjoy a fun-filled walk through the Historic Districts.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Bahama Village - Discover why Key West is affectionately called the Conch Republic and learn who qualifies as a Conch.
  • The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - The guide will reveal why one of the largest pools is located on the property and who was responsible for its construction.
  • Key West Lighthouse and Keeper’s Quarters Museum - This…
What's Included
  • Bike rack on site
  • Ponchos provided if raining
  • Local Guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Food & Drinks
  • No restrooms
Additional Information

Discover Key West’s Historic Past On A Leisurely Group Walk
Have you ever found yourself intrigued by how Key West was founded and how it amassed its wealth? Delve into the island’s past, folklore, and tales with a small-group walking exploration. Whether you yearn to understand more about Key West’s initial enterprises like salvage diving or cigar…

Location
716 Duval St
Duval Street
We meet at the Flamingo Boutique & Mimosa Bar. Please, upon arrival, go inside the store and check in.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Stephanie_r
Dec 15, 2024
Walking tour - AJ was an excellent guide, he told the history of the island clearly, and was very engaging. Would highly recommend this walking tour.
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Diane_m
Nov 25, 2024
Excellent your - highly recommend! - We really enjoyed our tour! AJ was an excellent guide and even after visiting Key West many times we learned more about its history. Great recommendations for restaurants too!
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Thomas_c
Nov 14, 2024
Authentic Key West Experience - AJ provided an outstanding tour of Key West, making history come alive with his fascinating stories and deep knowledge of the area. He guided us through the unique architecture, the influence of different cultural groups, and the city’s rich heritage, all enhanced by photos, maps, and historical documents displayed on his tablet. Beyond the tour itself, AJ went above and beyond by helping us plan the rest of our trip, answering our questions about restaurants, must-visit spots, and how to navigate the island. For an authentic Key West experience, don't miss the chance to explore with AJ!
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Ondrej_n
Nov 2, 2024
pick this one? YES - This was the best (out of five) tour we did in Florida over the past two weeks. Yes we lucked out today cause it was no other guests plus Alejandro brought an e-bike to carry us (extra treatment), but I think even with full group this experience feels more personal and we appreciated some exclusive access that you get.
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Lee_e
Oct 27, 2024
Get to know Key West - AJ was a great guide. Good explanations and easy to converse with Really rounded out or trip lots of interesting facts
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A_c
Oct 10, 2024
Key West Discovery! - Alejandro was a knowledgeable and fun guide! Took us to many important historical points of interest. We truly enjoyed our tour!
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Lindazf4886fh
Jul 10, 2024
Highly recommended! - The tour was excellent! Learned lots of history about the area and saw all of the local sights. AJ was very personable and took the time to answer all questions and provide a personalized experience. Highly recommend!
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Henryd116
Jun 20, 2024
Great history and insight - AJ did a great job showing my wife and I around! He gave a lot of insight on how the island evolved over time with lots of historical photos. He showed us a lot of the buildings from different times and some fun side spots we’d never have even realized were there. He also gave some great restaurant and bar recommendations with the history behind them. This is a great way to see old town Key West, and AJ was a great guide!
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Cristina_d
Jun 7, 2024
Nice historical tour of KW - AJ did a great job walking us through KW, especially the original houses and giving us a glimpse into its history. He tried his best to keep us in the shade and AC as it was hot! The tour was about 2 hours/3 miles. Bring your walking shoes!
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85twofortraveling
Jun 6, 2024
Key West history wonderfully explained! - We had so much fun! AJ was a very informative guide. His enthusiasm for the history of Key West was contagious. I would highly recommend taking this tour first before you explore Key West.
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