Visitors flock to 'The Bight', the old harbor, to arrange The streets of Key West are alive with life, buskers providing impromptuĮntertainment for those lingering at sidewalk cafes or browsing the Hosts innumerable pageants, parades and festivals, has a busy theatre Offshore fishing opportunities, and lively nightlife. Hemingway, Tennessee Williams and Harry Truman, because of its relaxedĪtmosphere, colorful neighborhoods, legendary bars and restaurants, It is a city that has been the favored haunt of greats like Ernest
Quarter lined with palms, tropical flowering plants and pastel-painted Republic', has a distinct Caribbean flavor, the streets of its old To the Caribbean, between the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico,Īnd in close proximity to Cuba. Packed with sights and attractions this historic island city supportsĪ vibrant community, including a large gay population, and boastsĪ long seafaring and naval tradition, situated as it is at the gateway In store for visitors to the USA's most southernmost city, Key West,Īt the tip of the Florida Keys and at the end of US Highway 1. Seafood at one of 250 or so restaurants is but one of the pleasures Watching a splendid sunset while dining al fresco on delectable Monthly Climate Averages for Key West USA Live Nautical Chart with Wikipedia Markers M= Mallory Square B=Pier B OM=Outer Mole Pier Metered taxis are available in town, but unless you are traveling to the beach, most things are within walking distance in this compact town. If your ship is anchored, tenders take you into the Old Town section If your ship docks there, trolleys will shuttle you off the base and into Old Town. Some ships, however, dock at the Outer Mole Pier (aka Navy Mole) on the outskirts of town. Duval Street is only 2 blocks from the pier. Most ships will dock at Mallory Square or the Truman Annex (Pier B.) Both are within easy walking distance of Old Town. Interactive World Cruise Map Home | Cruise Ships | Port Expenses | Hints and Tips There is a stop by Port Everglades north : YOUR CRUISE GUIDE TO 1200 PORTS OF CALL The water taxi (more of a hop on-hop off boat service) is a unique way to get around. Fare is only 50 cents and $2 for a day pass (Jan 2014). You can change trolleys at Los Olas Blvd, to head towards downtown. It picks up at the bus stops and one route goes from the Publix supermarket to the beaches. The other option is the Sun Trolley which runs Fridays, Mondays and weekends daytime only.
To return to the ship from Galleria Mall, the bus stop is outside the main entrance by the Blue Martini restaurant. Fare is $1.75 adults/$0.85 seniors and youth and a day pass is $4/$3 (Jan 2014). The closest stop to the cruise terminal is by the Walgreens at SE17th and Eisenhower Blvd. This route runs every 20-30 minutes with reduced frequency on Sundays. Take bus 40 westbound to go to Downtown Fort Lauderdale and eastbound to go to Galleria mall or the main beaches. SE 17th St is served by public buses and a private trolley. When dining in restaurants or taking taxis, it is customary to leave 15-20% tip since workers make minimum wage. Near Port Everglades, there are banks and ATM's along SE17th Ave including a Bank of America.
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