| Things
To Do in
Key West
A visitor to
this island paradise doesn’t need to feel that they are
leaving the world behind, unless they really want to.
There is plenty to see and experience in Key West and,
because the island is small, nothing is very far away
from where you are staying.
Of course,
there are beaches, most of them on the south side of
the island. From the very busy Smathers Beach with its
volleyball games and watersport concessions to the much
quieter beach at Fort Zachary Taylor, you’ll want to
sample them all. There are also several parks on the
island and, again, your choice will depend on what you
want to do. From the 19th century Fort Zachary Taylor
park to the gardens at West Martello Towers, to the ball
fields and tennis courts at Bayview Park, and all the
others in between, you are sure to find something to
suit your chosen activity.
Key West has
lots of history and many museums to show for it. A good
place to start would be a ride on one of the tour trains
or trolleys; the conductor will relate stories with local
color and you will get an idea of places you will want
to revisit to learn more.
A cruise
out to the reef from Key West Harbor will show you the
island’s beauty from a different perspective and will
introduce you to the beauty hidden beneath the waves.
Key West’s waters also provide great diving and snorkeling
experiences for the more adventurous. The less adventurous
may want to hitch a ride on one of the glass bottom boats
that can show you the reef without your getting wet.
Kayaking and ecotours are becoming very popular for the
nature lover, and some even feature dolphin encounters.
The Florida
Keys is a fishing Mecca and there are several private
and party boats that can give you a great deep sea fishing
experience. Flats Fishing is extremely popular and backcountry
guides abound.
For the
visitor that enjoys the cultural experience, there are
movie theaters as well as theaters that feature live
performances. Key West has always attracted artists and
its many art galleries display local talent as well as
national and international artists.
And, for the
golf enthusiast, Key West has a public 18-hole, 200-acre
golf course that wends its way through beautiful tropical
scenery. Facilities include a driving range, clubhouse
and restaurant, and a pro shop.
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