The Hemingway Home & Museum was the residence of the renowned author Ernest Hemingway. Hemingway was known both for his grander-than-life personality and his amazing writing, including the books The Sun Also Rises and Farewell to Arms. The rooms and the collections on display give you an insight into the life of this famous writer. Keep a look out for the museum's many polydactyl (six-toed) cats that are rumored to be descendants of Hemingway's pet cat Snow White.
This fascinating museum is housed in a Civil War fort and tower from 1862. The tower, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is one of the best-preserved examples of Martello military architecture in the country. The museum is home to an eclectic collection of artifacts, including model ships, diver's equipment, Civil War memorabilia, fishing items, and other exhibits Narrating the stories of Key West's intriguing past. Also being home to Robert, an old doll that is believed to be haunted, it attracts many paranormal enthusiasts. The lookout tower provides beautiful views of the island and ocean.
Caroline Street is named after one of the sisters of John Whitehead, who was among the first owners of Key West. It is also one of the oldest streets in town. It is now dotted with many restaurants, boutiques, hotels, cafes and art galleries. Set in the Old Town, it also features beautiful Victorian, Colonial and other architectural residential gems. It begins at Whitehead and ends in Grinnell Street. It indeed is a nice place to explore and know a bit of the history of the island.
Set in Key West in Florida, Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park Beach is a beautiful place to visit during the warm summer months. A part of the Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park, this beach offers facilities for a number of activities like fishing, paddling, snorkelling and swimming. This beach is also equipped with picnic tables and benches for visitors who want to enjoy their meal while watching the waves crash against the shore. Hike along the state park’s trail and learn about Fort Taylor’s history.
Before tourism became Key West's major source of income,'wreckers' earned their living by salvaging what they could from ships wrecked on the reefs. At the Key West Shipwreck Historeum, you can learn about the 'wreckers' and see jewelry, china, house wares and other artifacts from the Isaac Allerton, which sank in 1856. An observation tower offers a great view.
Opened in 1934, this educational and entertaining aquarium features diverse exhibits on sea life in the area and live demonstrations. Wander among the many varieties of marine life or take a guided tour. One of the major attractions of the aquarium includes daily feedings of shark and fish. Children usually enjoy the touching area, where visitors can touch marine creatures in shallow pools.