Key West Excursions

Key West is a great place to get out and explore. Whether you're looking to visit the town's historic homes, snorkel in the coral reefs, experience some of the town's infamous bars and restaurants or just stroll down Duval Street, you'll find lots of things to do in the Conch Republic.

Most of the cruise ships visiting Key West dock at either Pier B or at the Mallory Square dock; both docks are located in or adjacent to the Old Town section of Key West. Some ships will dock at the "Old Mole," which is located in the the Truman Annex; if you're docked here, you will take a 5-minute shuttle ride into the Old Town area.

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Beach, Snorkel & Sailing

Key West Deluxe Beach Break/ Key West Beach Break/ Beach Break in Key West

3 to 6 hours

Enjoy a day on Smathers beach, where you can take in the sun on the white sand and partake of refreshing beverages. A shuttle is also available to take you to Old Town.

Catamaran Sail & Snorkel/ Fury Catamaran Sail and Snorkel

3 to 4 hours

Relax as you sail a state-of-the-art 65 foot catamaran to North America's only living coral reef. The snorkeling is great among the coral formations and the abundant marine life, and professional instruction is available to help make your trip truly memorable.

Glass Bottom Boat

1½ to 2½ hours

Cruise the crystal blue waters of the Caribbean as you view North America's only living coral reef from the comfort of a glass bottom boat.

Key West Parasailing

1 hour

See Key West from a new perspective: 400 feet above the sea.

The Big 3/ The Big 3: Snorkel, Kayak & Dolphins/ The Big 3: Kayak, Snorkel and Dolphin Watch

4 hours

Experience three of the most popular activities in Key West: kayaking through the marine sanctuary, snorkeling, and observing a local pod of wild dolphins.

White Knuckle Thrill Ride/ White Knuckle Thrill Boat Ride and Island Tour/ White Knuckle Thrill Boat Ride

2 to 2¼ hours

Get your adrenaline up and your mojo working again as you take 360° spins and speed through the water around Key West on a jet-powered boat. After your first ride, you'll want another!

Biking

Lloyd's Original Tropical Bike Tour

2½ hours

Discover the charm of Key West while cycling through the town's lesser known, quaint streets and secret lanes. It's a healthy, fun and sensuous adventure.

City Tours

Conch Train/ Old Town Trolley Tour/ Old Town Trolley & Conch Train/ Conch Train Tour/ Little Trolley Train

1 hour

The classic Key West experience is not to be missed! Your journey will take you through the streets of Key West, accompanied by the narration of wise-cracking drivers.

Discover Key West

2 to 2½ hours

This combo tour starts off with a one hour narrated introduction to Key West on the Conch Train/ Old Town Trolley. Then you're dropped off in Mallory Square, where you'll have time to explore the Key West Aquarium and the Shipwreck Historeum.

Electric Car GPS Tour

4 hours

Take an eco-friendly tour of Key West in an electric-powered car with a GPS Ranger that offers a video tour of the city--all at your own pace.

GPS Walking Tour/ Key West Highlights GPS Walking Tour

1 to 3 hours

This self-guided tour of Key West is a good way to see the town. Your GPS Ranger provides video and audio about the places you'll visit, and they throw in a complimentary drink at Pat Croce's Rum Barrel.

Key West Homes & Gardens Tour/ Secret Gardens and Historic Homes

2 hours

Visit three of Key West's historic homes and enjoy the tales of their residents and the charm of their gardens.

Key West Walking Tour

2½ hours

Enjoy a stroll through Key West's enigmatic streets and lanes, and discover the city's history, funky architecture and lifestyles. The tour concludes at the Shipwreck Historeum.

Orchid Gardens Walking Tour

2 hours

Orchid lovers unite! This tour takes you to the gardens of three of Key West's historic homes: Heritage House, Nancy Forrester's Secret Garden, and Casa Antiqua, once the home of Ernest Hemingway.

Self Guided Historic Homes Tour

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See Key West your way when you visit some of the most interesting homes in Key West. Among the places to visit are the Heritage House for the Robert Frost Cottage, the Audubon House and Casa Antiqua, once home to Ernest Hemingway.

Cultural Tours

Ghosts & Legends Tour of Key West/ Key West's Ghosts & Legends Haunted Tour

1½ hours

Key West is recognized as having some of the most interesting haunted homes in the country. You'll visit the Audubon House, the morgue, Marrero House, the Cemetery and the Otto Mansion, among others.

Hemingway House & History Tour/ Hemingway House & Key West Walking Tour

2½ hours

This walking tour will take you on a journey into the fascinating history of Key West, from wreckers to pirates to cigar makers. You'll also take a guided tour of the Hemingway House.

Mel Fisher Maritime Museum

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See some of the booty brought from the wrecks of three Spanish galleons recovered off the coast of Florida. You'll also gain insights into life of the 17th century inhabitants of the Caribbean.

Pirate Soul & Shipwreck Historeum/ Pirate Soul & Shipwreck Museum/ Pirates & Plunderers

2½ hours

For folks who want to learn more about the true pirates of the Caribbean, the Pirate Soul Museum is not to be missed. Containing some of the world's most interesting pirate artifacts, the Pirate Soul Museum also boasts interactive displays and has a fully stocked gift shop. And at the Shipwrreck Historeum, discover Key West's unique maritime heritage and how it became the richest city in the United States.

Pirate Soul Museum/ Pirate Soul at Leisure

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Pirate aficionados call the Pirate Soul Museum the "ultimate pirate experience." Here you'll see hundreds of pirate artifacts, from Captain Kidd's logbook to Blackbeard's blunderbuss.

President Truman's Key West/ Truman Little White House & Train/Trolley

2 hours

See Key West on a narrated tour of the city on the Conch Train or the Trolley, and then take in the historic Truman Little White House.

Ripley's Believe It or Not! Key West Museum/ Ripley's Believe It or Not!

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Beginning in the 1920s, Robert Ripley scoured the earth to find the oddest, most bizarre things imaginable. He then displayed his findings in his company's Odditorium museums throughout the country. This is their Key West offering. Have fun!

The Trails of Margaritaville Walking Tour/ Trails and Tales of Key West

2 hours

Parrotheads, you know who you are! Trace the origins of Jimmy Buffet and his early life in Key West on this fun walking tour.

Trolley, Truman and Hemingway House

2¾ hours

Begin with a tour of the city on the Conch Train, followed up by visits to the Truman Little White House and the Hemingway House. This is a good introduction to Key West.

Eco Tours

Butterfly Conservatory & Key West Aquarium/ Butterfly Farm & Key West Aquarium/ Key West Butterfly Conservatory and Aquarium/ Natural Treasures/ Key West Aquarium and Butterfly Conservatory

2 to 2½ hours

For butterfly fanciers, Key West's Butterfly Conservatory provides a fascinating look at these gentle creatures. Top off your visit by a trip to the Key West Aquarium, Key West's oldest attraction, to view some of the sea life that inhabit the waters surrounding the Florida Keys.

Fishing

World Class Light Tackle Fishing/ Light Tackle Fishing

3 to 4 hours

Enjoy the thrill of fishing in Key West's legendary waters, home to tarpon, sailfish, king mackerel, tuna, grouper and more! A fun catch-and-release experience!

Food & Drink

Key West Pub Crawl/ Key West Pub Tour

2 to 2½ hours

Visit five of Key West's legendary watering holes. It's a roving party in paradise!

The Taste of Key West/ Taste of Key West

2½ hours

Combine a walking tour of the town with a sampling of Key West cuisine, and you've got a recipe for fun. Try the conch fritters, mahi mahi fingers and legendary key lime pie. Yummy!

Watersports

Boat Cruise and Wildlife Kayaking Experience/ Eco-Kayaking Adventure

3 hours

This adventure takes you into the Key West National Wildlife Refuge to discover and experience the real Florida Keys.

Nature Kayak Tour/ Key West Nature Kayak

2½ hours

What could be better than spending a few hours kayaking through the mangrove islands and salt ponds of Key West while you check out the marine creatures below?

Snuba/ Snuba of Key West

2½ hours

Take in the bounty of the undersea world of the Caribbean with Snuba--a cross between snorkeling and scuba diving. You'll take a 30-minute underwater Snuba experience on this aquatic adventure.

Important Information

Notes on the above cruise excursions:

• The information on the cruise excursions listed above was developed from publicly available sources.
• The cruise lines may elect to add to, change, delete or otherwise alter the itineraries of the excursions above;
• The cruise lines may restrict the number of passengers allowed to go on any particular excursion.
• The cruise lines may impose other restrictions on any particular excursion, including height, weight, minimum age, etc.; make sure to check with them to determine if there are such restrictions.
• There may be seasonal limitations on certain excursions or tours, such as whale watching. Be sure to check with your cruise line to determine if the tour in which you're interested is available when you're on your cruise.

Why buy a tour through the cruise lines?

• They have selected tour operator partners who are safe, reliable, licensed and insured.
• They offer a wide selection of tours, purchasing convenience and can provide expert advice on the most appropriate tour for you.
• They offer a one price, no surprises policy, with no hidden fees.
• They will be happy to credit your onboard account if you've already booked an excursion and there is a change in itinerary of the ship.
• They will wait for you if your tour is late.

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