How much money should I take to Key West?

How much money should I take to Key West?

How much money will you need for your trip to Key West? You should plan to spend around $170 per day on your vacation in Key West, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, $38 on meals for one day and $41 on local transportation.

Is Duval Street safe in Key West?

Duval is very safe. There is are cops everywhere. Key West in general is a safe city. The only area I tend to avoid after dark is Bahama Village.

How many days do you need in Key West?

I would say a minimum of 4 days to get a feel for the place and the vibe, and longer if you can. For a longer answer to "How long to stay in Key West", and suggested itineraries for different vacation durations, see my post here.

What should you avoid in Key West?

2 Things You Should Never Do in Key West and 10 You Should

• Take the Conch Tour Train. ...
• Go to Fort Jefferson in the Dry Tortuga Islands. ...
• Wander through Old Town's prettiest streets and take photos of doors. ...
• Attend the Lower Keys Underwater Music Festival. ...
• Stroll down Duvall Street. ...
• Tour famous houses.

Is driving to Key West worth it?

The Miami to Key West Drive is absolutely stunning. There are tons of entertaining stops, and the drive itself is lined with brilliant blue beaches and gorgeous green trees. Basically, it's the ideal road trip. Plus, you'll get to see so much of Florida at once.

Is Duval Street in Key West family friendly?

During the day, family friendly. There is a artifact museum, aquarium, conch train to ride, snorkel trips, beaches, a pirate ship cruise. ... There are tons of the typical beach shops with cheap trinkets and tee shirts and a lot of great restaurants.

IS Key West worth the trip?

So, is Key West worth visiting? Yes, it is because you can experience and enjoy so many different activities here and it's a great location for adults and children. In Key West you can enjoy beautiful beaches and sunsets, discover local wildlife and immerse yourself in maritime, literary and political history.

Is Duval Street in Old Town Key West?

Duval Street in Key West Stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico, historic Duval Street is truly the heart and soul of Old Town Key West.

Do any celebrities live in Key West?

FAMOUS CELEBRITIES WHO'VE LIVED IN KEY WEST

• President Harry S. Truman. ...
• Ernest Hemingway. Hemingway is perhaps Key West's most famous resident. ...
• Judy Blume. Another famous author to have a home in Key West is Judy Blume. ...
• Jimmy Buffett. Most people don't realize that Jimmy Buffett got his musical start right here in Key West.

Is it legal to drink in public in Key West?

Alright, so drinking alcohol in public is not technically legal in Key West (contrary to popular belief), but as long as it is in a plastic cup or a to go cup you should be good, or at worse given a verbal warning. Just make sure not to act too rowdy or cause any trouble.

What's the best thing to do in Key West?

Going on a group Key West Pub Crawl is an amazing way to explore Duval Street and make new friends. Having a local lead you around to the best bars to get the most popular drinks is so much better than just aimlessly trying to do it on your own. You get a bit of history, but a whole lot of the party.

Is it free to walk in Key West?

Due to its small size and high density of sights, it is an extremely walkable city. We arrived in Key West via Cruise ship which docks right in the center, perfect for a fun (and completely free) day of exploring this eccentric island.

Where are the free bus stops in Key West?

Duval Loop – We are excited to announce that the City of Key West now has a FREE bus to get around Old Town. The “Duval Loop” has a total of sixteen stops (on Whitehead, Simonton, Caroline, and Fleming Street) -providing easy access to Duval Street, the Historic Seaport, the Southernmost Point, and numerous other points of interest.