

Things to do in Key West
Key West is a boat town. The only living coral barrier reef in the continental US sits seven miles offshore, and reef trips, sunset catamarans and backcountry kayak runs are the core bookings, alongside Hemingway house and Duval history walks. Our ranking weighs boat capacity and reef site rotation, which separates the good operators from the party cruises.
Quick answer
What are the best things to do in Key West?
Outty ranks 357 bookable experiences in Key West, United States. The highest scoring is Guided Bike Tour of Old Town Key West at 93 out of 100, followed by Half-Day Trip from Key West with Kayaking, Snorkeling & Sunset, Shark and Wildlife Viewing Adventure in Key West, Southernmost Food & Cultural Walking Tour by Key West Food Tours. Prices start at $10 per person and 5 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club. December to April, dry season and calm reef water.
- Ranked experiences
- 357
- In the 90+ Club
- 5
- From
- $10 per person
- Bookable today
- 120
Top attractions in Key West
Landmark by landmark: every ranked tour, ticket and guided visit in one place.

Mallory Square
38 experiences • 4.7/5

Key West Historic District
37 experiences • 4.8/5

Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary
27 experiences • 4.7/5

Southernmost Point of the Continental USA
23 experiences • 4.6/5

Fort Zachary Taylor
18 experiences • 4.7/5

Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum
16 experiences • 4.5/5

Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum
15 experiences • 4.7/5

Duval Street
13 experiences • 4.5/5

Harry S. Truman Little White House
11 experiences • 4.6/5

Smathers Beach
11 experiences • 4.7/5

Sand Key Reef
11 experiences • 4.6/5

Mel Fisher Maritime Museum
9 experiences • 4.4/5
Top tour operators in Key West
The companies behind the experiences, ranked by how much of Key West they cover.
taxiGo.online - Booking Transfer & Taxi
1964 experiences across 302 cities
taxiGo Limo Airport Service
1250 experiences across 304 cities
taxiGo DMC
1181 experiences across 264 cities
VoiceMap Audio Tours
703 experiences across 222 cities
Guydeez
382 experiences across 158 cities
Let's Roam
373 experiences across 156 cities
Alley Kat Adventures
343 experiences across 203 cities
Questo
335 experiences across 154 cities
Most Popular in Key West
The experiences travelers book most right now.


Half-Day Trip from Key West with Kayaking, Snorkeling & Sunset

Shark and Wildlife Viewing Adventure in Key West

Southernmost Food & Cultural Walking Tour by Key West Food Tours

Key West Mangrove Kayak Eco Tour

Key West Full-Day Ocean Adventure: Kayak, Snorkel, Sail
Most Highly Reviewed in Key West
Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.

Guided Bike Tour of Old Town Key West

Half-Day Trip from Key West with Kayaking, Snorkeling & Sunset

Shark and Wildlife Viewing Adventure in Key West

Southernmost Food & Cultural Walking Tour by Key West Food Tours

Key West Mangrove Kayak Eco Tour

Key West Full-Day Ocean Adventure: Kayak, Snorkel, Sail
Last Minute in Key West
Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

Guided Bike Tour of Old Town Key West

Half-Day Trip from Key West with Kayaking, Snorkeling & Sunset

Shark and Wildlife Viewing Adventure in Key West

Southernmost Food & Cultural Walking Tour by Key West Food Tours

Key West Mangrove Kayak Eco Tour

Key West Full-Day Ocean Adventure: Kayak, Snorkel, Sail
Family Friendly in Key West
Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

Shark and Wildlife Viewing Adventure in Key West

Kayak + Guided Snorkel & Morning Sail hosted by Honest Eco

Key West Half-Day Fishing Charter

Key West Ghost and Mysteries Guided Tour

Small Group Key West Adult Sunset & Moët Sail & Amazing Cheeses

Key West: Sunset Sail + Reef Snorkel & Sandbar
Food & Drink in Key West
Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

Half-Day Trip from Key West with Kayaking, Snorkeling & Sunset

Southernmost Food & Cultural Walking Tour by Key West Food Tours

Key West Historic Seaport Food & Walking Tour

Key West Craft Cocktail Crawl

Key West Small-Group Sunset Sail with Wine and Hors d'oeuvres

Key West Dolphin Watch and Snorkel Tour - Eco Adventure
Culture & History in Key West
Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

Half-Day Trip from Key West with Kayaking, Snorkeling & Sunset

Southernmost Food & Cultural Walking Tour by Key West Food Tours

Key West Full-Day Ocean Adventure: Kayak, Snorkel, Sail

Key West Historic Seaport Food & Walking Tour

Biologist Owned & Operated: Dolphin Watching & Guided Snorkeling

Key West Small-Group Sunset Sail with Wine and Hors d'oeuvres
Outdoors in Key West
Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

Guided Bike Tour of Old Town Key West

Half-Day Trip from Key West with Kayaking, Snorkeling & Sunset

Key West Mangrove Kayak Eco Tour

Key West Full-Day Ocean Adventure: Kayak, Snorkel, Sail

Key West Craft Cocktail Crawl

Key West Small-Group Sunset Sail with Wine and Hors d'oeuvres
Nightlife in Key West
After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

Shark and Wildlife Viewing Adventure in Key West

Key West Full-Day Ocean Adventure: Kayak, Snorkel, Sail

Key West Craft Cocktail Crawl

Key West Small-Group Sunset Sail with Wine and Hors d'oeuvres

Key West Sunset Sail Aboard Legendary Schooner Appledore

All-Inclusive Sandbar Safari with Dolphin Playground Encounter
Highest rated in Key West
The top of the Outty Ranking across 357 local experiences
- 1Guided Bike Tour of Old Town Key West2h • from $5992.7
- 2Half-Day Trip from Key West with Kayaking, Snorkeling & Sunset4.5h • from $12592.4
- 3Shark and Wildlife Viewing Adventure in Key West2h • from $9991.7
- 4Southernmost Food & Cultural Walking Tour by Key West Food Tours3h • from $9490.9
- 5Key West Mangrove Kayak Eco Tour2h • from $8090.6
- 6Key West Full-Day Ocean Adventure: Kayak, Snorkel, Sail6.5h • from $15989.7
- 7Key West Historic Seaport Food & Walking Tour3h • from $9486.4
- 8Key West Craft Cocktail Crawl3h • from $9986.0
- 9Biologist Owned & Operated: Dolphin Watching & Guided Snorkeling4h • from $14385.5
- 10Key West Small-Group Sunset Sail with Wine and Hors d'oeuvres2h • from $13585.3
- 11Key West Dolphin Watch and Snorkel Tour - Eco Adventure3h • from $7385.3
- 12Guided Clear Kayak Eco-Tour Near Key West2h • from $8985.0
People also ask
What are the top 15 things to do in Key West?
Our ranked guide lists the 15 best experiences in Key West with prices, time needed and quick picks for families, rainy days and last-minute plans. Read the answer
Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary or Mallory Square: which should I do first?
A side-by-side of price, time needed, ranking and flexibility, with a clear verdict. Read the answer
Mallory Square or Southernmost Point of the Continental USA: which should I do first?
A side-by-side of price, time needed, ranking and flexibility, with a clear verdict. Read the answer
Fort Zachary Taylor or Mallory Square: which should I do first?
A side-by-side of price, time needed, ranking and flexibility, with a clear verdict. Read the answer
Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum or Mallory Square: which should I do first?
A side-by-side of price, time needed, ranking and flexibility, with a clear verdict. Read the answer
What is the best Mallory Square tour?
We compare all 38 ranked ways to see Mallory Square, best first. Read the answer
What is the best Key West Historic District tour?
We compare all 37 ranked ways to see Key West Historic District, best first. Read the answer
Planning questions about Key West
- What are the best things to do in Key West?
- Guided Bike Tour of Old Town Key West is the highest ranked experience in Key West, scoring 93 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 2,744 traveler reviews. Half-Day Trip from Key West with Kayaking, Snorkeling & Sunset, Shark and Wildlife Viewing Adventure in Key West, Southernmost Food & Cultural Walking Tour by Key West Food Tours, Key West Mangrove Kayak Eco Tour round out the top five. Outty ranks 357 bookable experiences in Key West, United States, and 5 of them score 90 or above.
- Which attractions should I visit in Key West?
- The landmarks with the deepest choice of tours and tickets are Mallory Square, Key West Historic District, Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, Southernmost Point of the Continental USA, Fort Zachary Taylor, Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum. Each has its own page on Outty listing every ranked way to visit, from timed entry tickets to guided and combination tours.
- How much do activities in Key West cost?
- The median price across everything we rank in Key West is $89 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $10 on Florida Key West Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
- Can I book something in Key West for today?
- Yes. 120 of the top 120 experiences we rank in Key West currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
- Is Key West good for families?
- Yes. 11 of the experiences we rank in Key West are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
- How many days do you need in Key West?
- Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
- When is the best time to visit Key West?
- December to April, dry season and calm reef water. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
- Can I cancel a booking in Key West?
- 115 of the 120 experiences we rank in Key West offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
- How does the Outty Ranking work?
- Every experience in Key West gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Key West so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.