Perhaps one of the most popular destinations on the island of Key West, Duval Street is the main drag of downtown, running north and south from the Gulf of Mexico to the Atlantic Ocean.
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the Bay (Gulf) side. There are some great places to stay on either side, but the Atlantic side is quieter. On the Bay side you can see (and access) the majority of water activities, like glass bottom boat rides, sunset sails, snorkel and scuba tours, fishing, etc. I would not want to stay near the airport.
The majority of the best beaches in Key West are found on the south side of the island facing the Atlantic Ocean. So the water is a bit chilly to be honest.
While Key Largo is undoubtedly the prettiest of all the Florida Keys, it's also one that's home to plenty of activities for the avid beachgoer. With scenic views like this, it would be tough not to fall in love with such a beachside beauty!
The crime rate in the Florida Keys is low, but you should still use common sense when exploring Key West, especially at night and around hectic Duval Street and Mallory Square. Exercise caution when going into the water as well; be sure to heed all flags and warnings from authorities.
The high season stretches from December through April. December through February are the “coolest” months of the year, all things being relative, with average highs in the mid-seventies. Many consider March and April with their pleasant mid-eighties temperatures to be the best time to go to Key West.
Key West transportation ranges from taxis, shuttles and car rentals to bicycles, scooters and your own two feet. Duval Street and the Old Town area are very walkable. Setting off on foot is a great way to visit the shops, cafes, art galleries and unique buildings and architecture of this tropical Florida Keys location.
For The Clearest Beaches Visit Fort Zachary Taylor BeachFor you beach purists out there, Fort Zachary Taylor Beach is one of the only natural beaches in the Keys. At Fort Zach, you won't find the same soft white sand that other beaches brought in from the Caribbean.
Summer is one of the most popular times to visit, but the weather is as hot as it gets, and hurricanes are a constant threat from June 1 to November 30, with most storms popping up from mid-August to mid-October.
Pack a light fleece jacket, hoodie, or comfy cardigan for evening dockside drinking. Jeans, leggings, joggers, or lightweight active pants are also practical. They can be easily cuffed during the day and let down when the night chills begin.
Visit Key West in the off-seasonThe fall (September–November) is the low season in Key West, and room rates can drop by 50 percent or more. The hot, storm-prone summer months also see lower prices, and you'll find decent discounts in April and May after the winter crowds thin out.
Because there's not really a bad time to visit the Keys, finding a low price can be a challenge no matter what month you try. However, you'll likely have the best luck in “off” months like September and November.
Key West. There are plenty of reasons why Key West is the most popular destination in the Keys. With everything from gorgeous historical buildings (like Hemingway's Home) to bumping nightlife and great food, a stop here is a no-brainer.
Bahia Honda State Park, Big Pine KeyFor years, there has been widespread agreement that the best beaches in the Florida Keys are the beaches at Bahia Honda State Park at MM 36.8.
The Florida Keys Scenic Highway runs from Mile Marker 110, north of the spectacular Jewfish Creek Bridge, to Mile Marker 0 in Old Town Key West. The scenic highway corridor also extends five miles into our crystal clear waters on each side of the highway.