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PRIVATE Welcome to Key West Walking Tour

20 Reviews 4.90 out of 5 stars Based on 20 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 95% of reviewers | Key West, USA

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90 to 180 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Welcome to Key West! Stroll through Old Town Key West with a long-time local, see & learn about the unique places you can visit during your vacation.

This is private tour is customizable, meaning you can request to adjust the meeting point to better suit your day, and even request what kind of stories you'd like to hear. Perfect for wedding party, couples, family & friends, bachelor/bachelorette, birthdays, reunion, corporate groups, and more!

**If it's too far or too hot to walk, you can hop on the Duval Loop bus with your guide** It's air-conditioned with several convenient stops throughout Old Town.

The best part about your own private tour is you can ask questions and customize the tour to your interests!

Feel free to include notes in your booking about:
- what you want to know about Key West
- points of interest you'd like to include
- if you're celebrating an event
- mobility challenges or other needs we can accommodate

Total distance about 1 1/2 miles.

What's Included

  • Friendly Knowledgeable Tour Guide
  • Duval Loop bus with your guide for only $1 per person
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Wall Street
Key West, FL 33040, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Greene Street
Key West, FL 33040, USA

We end the tour in the Mallory Square area. Your guide will point you in the right direction of your next destination.

What To Expect

Key West

Walk with a local through iconic Old Town Key West.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory (Pass By)

Your guide will show you where this extraordinary butterfly house is located. One of Key West's best attractions, your guide will tell you what it's like inside and what to wear to encourage the butterflies to use you as a landing zone.
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Southernmost Point

Visit the Southernmost Point in the Continental United States! Your guide will take your picture in front of the marker and knows how to take the shot without standing in line!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum

Walk to the home of Ernest Hemingway so you can later take an incredible tour of this historic landmark. Take a picture from the sidewalk & hear a few fun stories about Hemingway's life in Key West.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum

Your guide will show you where the best vantage point is to view and photograph the Key West Lighthouse. Learn the history and legends of the Key West lighthouses.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

US 1 Mile Marker 0

Stop for two photos at this location! Heading South is the beginning of US Highway 1 and heading North is the End of US Highway 1. Find out why the road ends here when it really continues, and why South is the beginning and North is the End. (So confusing, but your tour guide will explain!)
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Duval Street

Walk a few blocks on Duval Street and find some places you'll definitely want to come back to. Shopping, restaurants & bars, tattoo parlors, and more! The people-watching is world-class on this street!
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Key West Historic Seaport (Pass By)

Walk the docks and see the schooners, sailboats, fishing boats, mega-yachts, snorkel excursion boats, and sunset sail charter boats in the historic Key West marina. Find a variety of local seafood restaurants, happy hour locations, and learn the history and culture of this special part of Key West.
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Duval Street (Pass By)

Revel at world-famous Duval Street, the "Longest little Main Street in the World". It stretches from the Gulf of Mexico to the Atlantic Ocean! See famous bars, and maybe famous people too! Learn some history and hear stories while you sightsee and people-watch.
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Key West Aquarium (Pass By)

We'll show you where you can find the Key West Aquarium, our first tourist attraction.
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Mallory Square (Pass By)

Depending on the time you choose for your tour, we'll either experience the daily Sunset Celebration or we'll show you where the it takes place at Mallory Square so you can go on your own. See the world-famous Key West Sunset, browse & purchase local art on display, see amazing performances by local street performers.
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Key West Museum of Art & History at the Custom House (Pass By)

See the towering red brick building that was once the Key West Custom House. Learn about the building and some of the artifacts inside this unique museum.
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Audubon House & Tropical Gardens (Pass By)

Walk by the Audubon House, see the tropical gardens from the sidewalk, and hear the story of how this historic Key West home came to be known as the Audubon House. If you like ghost stories, let your guide know & you'll hear all about the creepy haunting of this location.
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Harry S. Truman Little White House (Pass By)

We'll show you where the Little White House is located so you can visit the place Harry Truman called home for over 150 days of his presidency. It is now a presidential museum full of artifacts and photos of Truman's everyday life in Key West.
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Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Museum (Pass By)

See where you can find real Spanish Treasure! Your guide will tell you the captivating story of treasure salvor Mel Fisher and what you can find inside the museum.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the PRIVATE Welcome to Key West Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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