Port of Calls

Key West, Florida
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Key West, Florida

USA


About

Key West is the southernmost city in the continental United States. The photo is Mallory Square, the waterfront where cruise visitors gather for the sunset celebration, with Duval Street and the Southernmost Point buoy nearby.


Nearest Airport

Key West International (EYW)


Cruise Line that Stops Here

Royal Caribbean; Celebrity; Norwegian; Holland America; Carnival; Explora Journeys


Best Time to Visit

November - April


Shore Excursion Highlights

Watch the sunset at Mallory Square; see the Southernmost Point buoy; walk Duval Street; tour the Ernest Hemingway Home; visit the Harry S. Truman Little White House


Distance from Ship to Town

Mallory Square and Duval Street are a short walk or shuttle from the cruise pier


Safety Tips

Key West is a busy tourist town and generally fine in the main visitor areas; it is hot and humid; scooters and crowded Duval sidewalks need care; stick to well-lit streets at night


Local Tips

Mallory Square's sunset celebration is the classic short port stop; Old Town is walkable or a short ride from the cruise pier; book the Conch Tour Train if time is tight


Food and Drinks Highlights

Key lime pie; conch fritters; Cuban sandwich; fresh seafood; Cuban coffee


Shopping Tips

Duval Street souvenirs; local art; key lime products


Family Friendly

Yes


Currency

USD


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