Fun Things to do in Key West
When people think of a vacation in Key West,
Florida they rarely realize that there is so much to do
other than drinking and playing on the water. In fact, Key West
is an old historic town that will appeal to anyone interested in
history or architecture. Of course, there are still plenty of
fun things to do on the water, but in the Florida
Keys many of those activities are as unique as the
islands.
With history comes ghost so while visiting Key West make sure to
go on a ghost tour. This author has experienced one ghost tour
in Key West and it was a blast. Our guide made the tour worth
every penny. The stories were not only scary, but entertaining
and informative as well. Of course, there is much more to do and
see in Key West from historic tours to enjoying the natural
environment.
The Florida Keys are known for their beautiful location stuck
between the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean. If you don't
spend some time enjoying the water you have missed one of the
highlights of the Florida Keys. One way to enjoy the ocean is
with a dolphin eco tour. Swimming with dolphins in the Florida
Keys is a rare event, so make sure to book a dolphin eco tour
through a good company that has been in business for several
years. Avoid any company that uses artificial methods, like
feeding, to draw in the dolphins. There are many eco tours you
can take while in the Keys, from kayaking to bird watching.
While in the city of Key West one of the best things to see and
do is to simply walk around and explore. The old conch houses
and buildings in Key West have a unique architecture that is all
there own. The town has a fun history and the structures are
current records of times past. Many of the old buildings are now
restaurants, stores, and bars. You can tour many of these old
homes and businesses. Favorites are Truman's Little White House
and the Hemingway Home. A Few Top Attractions in Key
West
Hemingway House - If you are a fan of the great American
author Ernest Hemingway, or you are interested in viewing a
beautiful Key West home from another era, you must visit this
place. The tour is worth it just to see the six toed cats. 907
Whitehead St. This tour is worth the modest admission price.
Fort Taylor - This fort was started in 1845 and was
adapted over the years before eventually being abandoned. It was
restored in the 1960s and is now a state park. From this park
you can watch the sunset or swim from the beach. When Florida
decded from the Union on January 13, 1861 Federal troops
immediately occupied this fort and held Key West for the Union
making it the only city in the Confederacy to be held by the
Federals.
Conch Train - If you can't make the walk around Key West,
or if you just want to get off of your feet for a while, the
Conch Train is the best way to see the city. The tour guides are
entertaining and informative.
Audubon House - The Audubon House has 28 original works
from the artist John James Audubon. View the artwork and then
tour the one acre garden.
To learn more about visiting Key West, Florida go to
www.Key-West-USA.com. Key West is a magical place that captures
the hearts of thousands of people each year. Let your soul be
wild and let your imagination go free in Key West.