Location: Key West
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Top 10 Things to do Good for Kids in Key West, Florida (FL)
Does time ever pass in the Florida Keys? Everyone and everything in Key West seems to go at its own pace, right down to the ice melting slooooowly in your margarita glass. Of course, it’s not all limes and leisure – Key West is known as the “Winter White House” because of its appeal to visiting U.S. presidents, and the island has been home to literary greats like Ernest Hemingway and Tennessee Williams. The diving here is phenomenal, as is the kid-friendly Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center.
Restaurants in Key West
1. Saint Mary Star of the Sea
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 966 reviews
Reviewed By KeyWestJay - Key West, United States
Astounding church located in old town Key West, corner of US 1, and Windsor lane. Very accepting church, considering it’s location a few streets from the noise, rowdiness of Duval St. plenty of free parking, and as an added bonus, the western side of the church (near the basilica) is a stone prayer grotto, with stone seats, and kneelers, as well as a candle devotion area. History states people would visit the grotto before oncoming hurricanes, as well as light a candle, donate a few dollars to protect our lovely city. I have personally done so, in the face of oncoming hurricanes and storms. Go, visit, and pray.
2. Dry Tortugas National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5,302 reviews
Reviewed By Vacation736046 - Boynton Beach, United States
We are so grateful we got to do this before the coronavirus shut everything down. Fabulous history and fabulous birds ( magnificent frigate birds, sooty terns, etc)..The boat ride over is pleasant with breakfast and lunch provided and info from a guide...This was a bucket list item and it exceeded all expectations!
3. Key West Firehouse Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 289 reviews
A museum dedicated to the history of fire fighting in the Florida Keys
Reviewed By floridakeyz - Lower Keys, United States
We went and thoroughly enjoyed the tour with Chief Eddie. He told a lot of history about the Fire House and we were surprised how much we learned that day.
4. Truman Waterfront Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By Explorers377 - Horsham, United States
This place is a true hidden gem. We traveled to KW with our 17 month old and this park is a true hidden gem. We visited 3 days in a row! Not only does it have several different playground apparatuses, but the splash pad is awesome as well! The bathrooms were super clean. We loved being next to the coast guard ship and watching people playing with their dogs in the fields. This park was not mentioned in any guide I read beforehand. My husband went running one morning and just stumbled upon it. If I were hotel staff and had people visiting with children, this is one of the top places I would suggest.
5. Mallory Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14,573 reviews
Welcome to Mallory Square where the fun starts and the sun sets. Everything Key West is famous for comes together in this one special place set on historic waterfront. Mallory Square is home to shops, restaurants, and many of the islands most popular attractions. Come for the day and stay into the night. There's always something happening in Mallory Square.
Reviewed By EJAALOUK
Key West butterfly and nature conservatory and Mallory Square sunset celebration as well as Duval Street bars and restaurants and all the beautiful beaches in Key West are a must see.
6. Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,798 reviews
Historic site of a Civil War-era fort, currently being excavated; also has a beautiful beach for swimming and snorkeling.
Reviewed By dansD4938BT - Key West, United States
Fort Taylor has the best beach in Key West the friendly staff that runs the park is excellent they do have a nice concession stand on the beach and chairs and umbrellas to rent highly recommend if you’re going to Key West to spend the day at this place
7. The Overseas Highway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,886 reviews
A charming 110 mile highway running the length of the Keys.
Reviewed By A3444WAmartinp - Malmö, Sweden
It was really like a dream when we drove to key west. Weather was perfect so many stops you can make on the way I would recommend to stop by right after 7 mile bridge bound key west and walk onto the old bridge and also Irie island eats as it’s one of the best food trucks we have ever eaten lunch at and we have tried many world wide!
8. 65′ Lookout Tower
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 125 reviews
Reviewed By RailroadMike - Foley, United States
Between the lighthouse and the tower we would give the tower the best view honors that we tried and the best part of the shipwreck museum .
9. Key West Historic Seaport
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 700 reviews
The Key West Historic Seaport has something to offer for people of all ages. What has been a global maritime trade base for the last 200 years is now also home to a 20 acre facility that hosts many of Key West's finest destinations. At the Key West Historic Seaport, you will find restaurants offering some of the freshest seafood on the island, one of a kind bars, unique boutiques and art galleries, engaging museums highlighting Key West's history, fantastic hotels and the departure point for the islands, charter fishing, boating and water sports excursions. Key West Historic Seaport - Your Gateway to Everything to do in Key West!
Reviewed By jmkn_12 - Naples, United States
Wonderful to walk around and feel the breeze in these challenging times. So many boats, yachts and canoes. Lovely to enjoy clouds and scenery and watch the world go by.
10. West Martello Tower
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 612 reviews
West Martello Tower has tropical gardens set in a historical fort. Home to Key West Garden Club, it is one of the island's last remaining free tourist attractions with free parking. Our mission is to provide educational opportunities for the community relating to tropical gardening and to this National Historic site. The fort is located on the ocean edge. During these times, your safety is our concern. We are asking visitors to wear masks, observe 6 ft. distancing and limiting your groups to 10 or less. Enjoy our beautiful garden!
Reviewed By barbaraw154
The West Martello Tower is a unique free stop on the waterfront on Atlantic Blvd in Key West. This Civil War fort ruin is now home to the Key West Garden Club and beautifully enhanced with an amazing variety of native and decorative plants that thrive in the sub tropical climate. It is a great picture opportunity and a totally different experience that one would expect in KW.
