Key West activities. (2024)

Sue & I have 3 nights booked in Key West in February. Always interested in suggestions for water-based activities, not necessarily sailing unless we can rent a beach cat perhaps. Thinking about kayak excursion if worthwhile.

There is a ferry that goes out to the Dry Tortugas from Key West. Water so clear that it looks like you're floating on air.
There are several sundown cruises that sail past Mallory Square. Think tourists who shouldn't be on a boat. LOL
I didn't look for Kayak rentals when I was there but it is a 2 mile paddle across the channel to the islets of Key West National Wildlife Refuge.

A kayak excursion sounds great. I would also strongly recommend renting bicycles for a day or so. You will see much more of Key West, up close and personal.

Don’t miss the Key West ballet”.

check out key lime sailing club , right on the waters of buttonwood bay in islamorada. we've stayed there a number of times. each fishing shack comes w a free catalina 22 and all the water toys - paddle boards, 1P 2-P kayaks-- you could want. reasonable rates, little apartments, and a great funky place to stay. on thursdays you go out on paul's big catamaran for sunset cruise, no extra charge. we love it. best food is : mrs. mac's funky diner, in walking distance.. pets welcome too !

On the dock near the road end, there was a fun bar with live music, good beer and food. Funky and outdoor sitting.
Access from the road or the marina boardwalk.

Of course there is always Sloppy Joe's and Margaritaville.

A great place to eat a number of years ago was the Hogfish Cafe on Stock Island.

Mel Fisher's museum is interesting. Not high tech; however, learning about salvaging the Atocha was worth the time and $. You can even purchase real coins from the wreck. Don't forget to find a Cuban restaurant and try some of the Cuban food offerings.

See if you can catch a chicken. You get to take it home with you if you do.

1. Several years ago and Seven Fish restaurant was very good.
2. Take picture at 0.0 Route 1 miles sign.
3. Garden of Eden rooftop bar. (Was down there for Fantasy Fest a couple of times).
4. Drink as others have said.
5. If you did not drive to Key West from the mainland, I would rent a car or scooters and drive the route. It is a beautiful trip everyone
should do.....once.
6. Key West Key Lime Pie Company for pie.