In between all the watersports, sightseeing, and relaxing you will be doing on your Key West Vacation why not uncover the islands rich Maritime Heritage at the Key West Shipwreck Museum.
Lose yourself in time and imagine living during the golden age of sail, at what time over 100 ships a day passed by Key West daily.
Learn about the days when “Wreck Ashore” would echo everywhere on the island and the wreckers would race their boats towards the reefs to become the “Wreck Master”.
The Wreck Master became the boss and took control on the recover operation and received the largest share of the profit. Find out on a Key West vacation how the city grew to become the richest city in America at The Shipwreck Museum!
Key West Vacation – The Mallory Square Sunset Celebration
known the world over as being an event to enjoy a varied assortment of street performers, and observe one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world. A visit to the Sunset Celebration on your vacation is a must-see !
Get there early to reserve a spot and witness fine entertainers…One of the featured acts is Will Soto, his juggling and high wire act is amazing, and continues to be entertaining at the Sunset Celebration for over 20 years.
The Great Rondini will leave you speechless featuring magical and escape stunts, culminating with an awesome escape from a strait jacket while being suspended upside down.
Everybody loves those cat videos on Utube? At the Sunset Celebration there is even a Cat show …… the Cat Man is still around, with his incredible skilled house cats. His show is enjoyed by people of all ages. Catch his act, and others at the Sunset Celebration.
Hey! Where’s all the beaches ?
Upon arriving in the Florida Keys you may be amazed by the limited quantity of beaches. Reasons being, these coral islands were previously coral reefs, millions of years ago when the oceans were much deeper.
With barrier islands inhibiting wave action and the coral reefs having very little sand to begin with, sandy beaches are somewhat scarce. With that being said, there are several great opportunities to get in some beach time. Make sure to bring your masks and fins along, for some fantastic inshore SNORKELING !
Key West Beaches
- South Beach
South Beach is appropriately named, since it’s the southernmost beach in the United States and is adjacent to the Southermost Hotel. Located at the end of Duval Street it’s very attractive to visitors and tourists alike. It’s the one of the sandiest beaches and is tucked amongst resorts and a concrete pier. You’ll be able to rent just about everything for water sporting activities there. Snorkels and fins are a must, to check-out the tropical fish around the pier pilings and small patch reefs.
- Smather’s Beach
Smather’s Beach is the largest Beach at two miles long. Vendors, concessions, beach-sport rentals are lined-up along S.Roosevelt Blvd. You’ll have enough chow and drinks for the day. Snorkelers have zones just offshore for some convenient snorkeling.
