Old Town Key West Literary Walking Tour
Recommended by 98% of travelers
Key West, USA
- 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Explore the literary highlights of Key West during this walking tour, inspired by David A. Kaufelt’s original literary walking tour. An in-the-know guide whisks you around the Old Town to the former homes and favorite haunts of writers that have called the island home, including Shel Silverstein, Tennessee Williams, and Robert Frost. Since this is a small-group tour, you’ll have plenty of time to ask questions, too.
- Literary walking tour of Key West with excerpts and commentary
- Visit the former homes and favorite haunts of Williams, Frost, and more
- Starts and ends at a convenient central meeting point in the Old Town
- Choose from morning or evening times to best suit your schedule
What's Included
- Local guide
- Tour escort/host
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 700 Fleming St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Meet on the steps of the Key West Public Library
End point
- 200 Elizabeth St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
The foot of Green Street at the corner of Elizabeth and Green streets
Itinerary
1
Monroe County Public Library Key West Branch
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- A maximum of 12 people per booking
- Stroller accessible
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 101 reviews
John_B, Apr 2025
This is a pleasant, informative walk through part of Old Key West. Our guide, Scott, was knowledgeable and entertaining.
Mary_w, Feb 2025
Lovely slow paced walk through charming Old Town Key West! Lots of interesting anecdotes about the many creative individuals who have lived here. The Guide was fun and full facts!
Julie_H, Feb 2025
Guide was very informative! He said he would send us some info, I'll enjoy revisiting the memory from that.
Lots of Key West history that I wouldn't have known otherwise.
Phyllis_S, Jan 2025
I knew some of the famous literary figures who have lived on Key West, but I learned there were so many more! Scott, our guide, was well informed and presented pleasantly and professionally.
Eelin_R, Mar 2023
Fantastic, personable tour guide balanced thorough meander of homes of past/current writers (while respecting their privacy) and reciting snippets of their work. 10/10, no notes as they say
Diane_C, Feb 2023
Our guide did not take into consideration that those of us over 75 could not keep up with his fast paced walk.
Response from Host, Feb 2023
We're sorry you weren't able to keep up with the tour. As you can imagine, with up to 12 people on each tour, there has to be some give and take when it comes to the speed of the tour. We do our best to accommodate all participants, so that each can get the most enjoyment out of the tour. The tour itself is approximately one mile of total walking in 90 minutes. Thank you for your feedback.
Rebecca_B, Jan 2023
Scott was a great guide! I really appreciate the emailed links for more information on the authors we discussed.
Rachael_M, Apr 2022
The tour was packed with information, from the serious to the amusing. We took the tour our first morning in Key West, and it also proved to be a wonderful introduction to the major landmarks--and not-so-touristy--things to see in town. Highly recommend!
Sherri_W, Mar 2022
Excellent tour - Scott was the perfect tour guide! He was very knowledgeable about authors, poets, and other creative artists. Thank you for giving ideas of great books to read.
Dana_C, Jan 2022
Sarah was very knowledgeable and also a great story teller. She made me feel as though I could see the authors in the Key West of their time. The history alone was worth the tour. Highly recommend this tour!
David_A, Mar 2021
Sarah was terrific! This is the third time I have done this tour and she managed to keep it fresh and entertaining.
Robin_M, Feb 2020
Sarah was very prompt and vivacious. She had vast knowledge on the subject matter. I would recommend this very positive experiences
carldonnelly7, Jan 2020
Our guide, 15 year resident of Key West was very knowledgeable about the authors and the background of their homes and lives. She had visual aides depicting the writers and recited several of
their quotes that added to the background of the tour.
Very informative and well presented.
Worth the time and the investment.
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per personup to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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