Fort Zachary Taylor vs Mallory Square: which should you do first?
If you only have time for one, do Mallory Square first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 81 against 76 for Fort Zachary Taylor, and it has 38 ranked ways to see it versus 18. With a full day in Key West, pair them: plan Mallory Square in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Side by side
| Fort Zachary Taylor | Mallory Square | |
|---|---|---|
| Ranked experiences | 18 | 38 |
| Top Outty Ranking | 84 | 85 |
| Average ranking (top 10) | 76 | 81 |
| Cheapest experience | $43 | $43 |
| Average time needed | 2.2h | 1.9h |
| Free cancellation | 100% of options | 100% of options |
| Free to visit | No | Yes |
Best ways to see Fort Zachary Taylor
- 1. Key West Sunset Sail with Open Bar, Live Music and Hors D'oeuvres
Outty Ranking 84 · from $75 · 2h
- 2. Key West Schooner Sunset Sail with Bar & Hors d'oeuvres
Outty Ranking 83 · from $123 · 2h
- 3. Key West Champagne Sunset Catamaran Cruise
Outty Ranking 80 · from $43 · 1.5h
- 4. Classic Key West Schooner Sunset Sail with Full Open Bar
Outty Ranking 79 · from $109 · 2h
- 5. Key West Sunset Sail with Live Music, Drinks and Appetizers
Outty Ranking 79 · from $73 · 2h
Best ways to see Mallory Square
- 1. Key West Sunset Sail Aboard Legendary Schooner Appledore
Outty Ranking 85 · from $59 · 2h
- 2. Sunset Sail in Key West with Beverages Included
Outty Ranking 84 · from $79 · 1.5h
- 3. Key West Sunset Sail with Open Bar, Live Music and Hors D'oeuvres
Outty Ranking 84 · from $75 · 2h
- 4. Key West Schooner Sunset Sail with Bar & Hors d'oeuvres
Outty Ranking 83 · from $123 · 2h
- 5. Key West Champagne Sunset Catamaran Cruise
Outty Ranking 80 · from $43 · 1.5h
Frequently asked questions
Fort Zachary Taylor or Mallory Square: which is better?
If you only have time for one, do Mallory Square first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 81 against 76 for Fort Zachary Taylor, and it has 38 ranked ways to see it versus 18. With a full day in Key West, pair them: plan Mallory Square in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Which is cheaper, Fort Zachary Taylor or Mallory Square?
Ranked experiences at Fort Zachary Taylor start from $43 and at Mallory Square from $43 per person. Mallory Square can also be visited for free; paid options add guides, skip-the-line access or transport.
How long do you need at Fort Zachary Taylor and Mallory Square?
Experiences at Fort Zachary Taylor run 2.2 hours on average and at Mallory Square 1.9 hours, so both fit in one day in Key West with a break in between.
Can you do Fort Zachary Taylor and Mallory Square on the same day?
Yes. Book the longer visit for the morning when crowds are lighter, and keep the afternoon for the other. 100% of Fort Zachary Taylor options and 100% of Mallory Square options offer free cancellation, which makes it easy to adjust.
What is the best tour of each?
For Fort Zachary Taylor: Key West Sunset Sail with Open Bar, Live Music and Hors D'oeuvres (Outty Ranking 84, from $75). For Mallory Square: Key West Sunset Sail Aboard Legendary Schooner Appledore (Outty Ranking 85, from $59).
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