Art & Culture In Key West
Description:
Throughout the Florida Keys there is an innate cultural heritage, displayed profoundly through the eyes of hundreds of local artisans. Art festivals and galleries (easily walkable in Key West), touring literary homes and events can fill your entire stay. Choose from a bounty of eclectic B&B's, and enjoy this pedestrian city's art.
Author: Julie
Day 1 - Key West
Let the conductor do the driving! Conch Tour Train is the easiest and fastest way to see a great deal of Key West's cultural hot spots, in seated comfort.
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Conch Tour Train
Location:
view in google mapsOne Key Lime Square
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 294 5161 / +1 800 868 74822
Turtle Kraals Museum
Location:
view in google maps200 Margaret Street
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 294 02093
Museum of Art & History in the Custom House
Location:
view in google maps281 Front Street
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 295 6616 x164
Alonzo's Oyster Bar
Location:
view in google maps700 Front Street
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
305 394 58806
Mangoes
Location:
view in google maps700 Duval St
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
305-292-46067
La Pensione Inn B&B
Location:
view in google maps809 Truman Avenue
Between Windsor and Margaret sts
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 292 9923Day 2 - Key West
See one of the world's most unique parks, steeped in history and reminiscent of the maritime culture of the Keys. It's a full day trip, and unwind for sunset back in Key West at Mallory Square - don't miss the "cat man"! Trained cats do loads of crazy tricks!
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Dry Tortugas National Park
Location:
view in google mapsGarden Key
Key West, FL 33041
Phone:
+1 305 242 77002
Mallory Square
Location:
view in google maps300 Duval St
(at Front St)
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 296 4557Day 3 - Key West
There are dozens of art galleries throughout Key West, all with an individual interpretation of the natural beauty these islands have to offer. Today is a day all about observing and appreciating art, in all its forms. Supporting local artisans is what the Keys are all about! Blue Heaven is one of the grooviest, eclectic restaurants on the island. Savor the flavors!
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The Conch House Heritage Inn
Location:
view in google maps625 Truman Ave
Key West, FL 33040-3233
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Loeber-Stanton Studio
Location:
view in google maps1619 Atlantic Boulevard
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 296 89963
Art in the Park
Location:
view in google maps897 Southard Street
Key West, FL 33041
Phone:
+1 305 292 67134
Pura Vida Gallery
Location:
view in google maps517-519 Fleming
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 295 09735
Mary O'Shea's Glass Garden
Location:
view in google maps213 Simonton Street
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 293 88226
Louie's Backyard
Location:
view in google maps700 Waddell Avenue
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 294 10617
Blue Heaven Restaurant
Location:
view in google maps729 Thomas Street
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 296 8666Day 4 - Key West
Not only are the visual arts a must-see here, but Key West is heralded as a famous literary city. Not only is Hemingway famous here, but Robert Frost, Tennessee Williams, and more. Travel writers, fiction authors and poets all flock here to share in the inspiration.
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Restaurant at La Te Da
Location:
view in google maps1125 Duval St
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
305-296-67062
East Martello Museum & Gallery
Location:
view in google maps3501 S. Roosevelt Blvd
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 296 39133
Harry S. Truman Little White House
Location:
view in google maps111 Front Street
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 294 99114
Audubon House & Tropical Gardens
Location:
view in google maps205 Whitehead St
Between Greene and Caroline sts
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 294 2116 / +1 877 294 24705
Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum
Location:
view in google maps907 Whitehead Street
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 294 11366
Caribe Soul
Location:
view in google maps1202 Simonton
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 296 00947
Duval Street Wreckers Museum
Location:
view in google maps322 Duval Street
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 294 95018
Custom House Museum
Location:
view in google maps281 Front Street
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 295 66169
Old Town Trolley Tours
Location:
view in google maps6631 Maloney Avenue
Suite 224
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 296 668810
The Wicker Guest House
Location:
view in google maps913 Duval Street
Key West, FL 33040
Day 5 - Key West
If you haven't found nearly enough pieces to adorn your walls yet, scope out more galleries and photo studios - the work is stunning. Kelly McGillis helped make Top Gun famous, you must try her menu and pick a favorite! PanAm airline's old office is historically interesting to browse through after dessert.
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Gingerbread Square Gallery
Location:
view in google maps1207 Duval Street
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 296 89002
Alan S. Maltz Gallery
Location:
view in google maps1210 Duval Street
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 294 00053
Stone Soup Gallery & Framing
Location:
view in google maps802 White Street
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 296 20804
Kelly's Caribbean Bar, Grill & Brewery
Location:
view in google maps301 Whitehead Street
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
305 293 84845
Salt Studio
Location:
view in google maps1120b White Street
(next to Lucky Street Gallery)
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 296 4763 / +1 866 380 7258 (Toll Free)6
Pisces
Location:
view in google maps1007 Simonton Street
Key West, FL 33040
Phone:
+1 305 294 7100Day 6 - Key West
Though you may not squeeze it in the car or on the plane with you, a sculpture from Reworx is worth a look-sy. Notable, local artisans participate in shows around the world.
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Reworx
Location:
view in google maps825 Duval Street
Key West, FL 33040
