Key West

[Uppercrust]

My husband and I are looking at visiting Key West next year in January or February. Is this a good time to visit? Also we probably won't be camping doing a hotel. What are some must do activities in that area? Thanks

[Allworth]

People watch

Chicken watch

Sunset watch

You probably don't want to go during Fantasy Fest or Conch Republic Independence Days, but other than that; relax and enjoy.

[TANDDANDBIGE]

Or fly to Ft Meyers and take a ferry to KW. take a look at "Hibiscus studio" or something like that. Stayed there, was reasonable, full kitchen, grill and walking distance to downtown etc. Yes, sunset at the pier, snorkeling , fishing..... people watching... all great!.

[Ernest]

Our first time to Key West(2016) we stayed at the Hayat thru Booking dot com and got a pretty good rate for February with breakfast included. We had a great time. We're going back in 2018 and staying at Geiger Key RV for 2 months. Can't wait.

[Luke_Porter]

rhagfo wrote:

Skip flying into KW, instead fly into either Miami or Ft.Laurdale and enjoy the drive down the Keys! Have done this many times and it never gets old.

Actually it does get old. I live in Big Pine, hardly ever go north of Marathon. I dread the drive up to Miami. The problem is everyone flying into Miami or Ft Lauderdale and driving down here like they are on vacation, clogging the roads.



And speaking of coming down during summer? It starts getting bad in May. Just going outside and the sweat pours off. I go north for 4 months.



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[agesilaus]

Well that's a regional difference in heat perception. For us it's isn't near as hot as our home in North Florida, plus there is almost always a nice cool sea breeze.

I'm not certain but I think that the CG don't switch to the summer price schedule until April.

[jarata1]

agesilaus wrote:

Uppercrust wrote:
My husband and I are looking at visiting Key West next year in January or February. Is this a good time to visit? Also we probably won't be camping doing a hotel. What are some must do activities in that area? Thanks

Heck no it's the worst time to visit the best would be in the summer. The big must do is watch the sunset from the pier. A crowd of hundreds gather to watch the sun set into the Ocean and their are entertainers and vendors there too. The only other attraction (that I know of) is Hemingway's old house and his 6 toed cats. Otherwise the main entertainment seem to be getting inebriated.

There is a pillar which proclaims itself as the southernmost point in the US that people like to get a photo of them and the pillar.

Wow not really good advise.Dont go in the summer its way to hot,go March-May less crowded.As for things to do sunset cruise,jet skis nrentals,biking around town,beach at the fort has excellent snorkeling,duval crawl,hemingways house,Truman compound,fishing,on and on

[NanciL]

Tripalot wrote:
Don't forget to watch the chickens!

the chickens are in just about all the shopping plazas all the way down the Keys.
Here in Key Largo we have big daddy rooster and his girls at the Publix shopping center

A few years back, someone grabbed a hen from the Winn Dixie plaza on big Pine Key and brought it back to the Bahia Honda state park campground.
It made it's round to all the RV's every day for a hand out and some joker named it "Mother clucker", which stuck.

Jack L

[Tripalot]

Don't forget to watch the chickens!

[paulcardoza]

The drive from Miami to Key West is something everyone needs to do at least once. It is absolutely gorgeous. That said, be ready for some tough traffic, so don't do it if pressed for time.

Having made that drive several times, we now fly into KW whenever heading down there. Booked right now for the last week of March! Do expect some sticker shock when you go to book a hotel!

[rhagfo]

welove2drive wrote:
Fly in to KW airport. Rent bikes/walk. Parking is at a premium. Angelina Guest House 302 Angela St. and Key West Harbor Inn both have excellent reviews on Tripadvisor.
Things to do or see:
Schooner Jolly Roger (red mast) at the Harbor - Day sail $35 for 2 hrs (we did this, we enjoyed it), Ft. Zachary Taylor Beach, Simonton Beach, a very small beach at the end of Simonton Street (quiet sunset view area), Bo’s Fish Wagon, a site not to miss 801 Caroline & Williams Cash only,US 1 mm0 sign is at the end of Truman, Southern most Buoy is at Whitehead Street & South St., Large concrete Pier at the end of White Street, West Martello Tower & Garden, near pier, free 7 days week 9:30 a.m.- 5 nice garden in an old fort maintained by the KW garden club, Smallest Bar at 124 Duval Two bar stools. It is between two buildings,The Bull (bar) 1st floor, The Whistle (2nd floor w/balcony) and The garden of Eden (roof top clothing optional),Smokin’ Tuna bar, 4 Charles St. & Telegraph St., Turtle Kraal Bar, & Tower Bar, turtle races 6 p.m. Mon-Fri,Jimmy Buffets recording studio is next to Conch Republic. No sign. Harbor walk is right next to the building. White block building at the waters edge, Check the 6toejam.com website to see who is playing and where, Key West web camera above the door at Sloppy Joe’s bar, check it out online. http://www.liveduvalstreet.com/
Have a great time!
Marcia

Skip flying into KW, instead fly into either Miami or Ft.Laurdale and enjoy the drive down the Keys! Have done this many times and it never gets old.

[welove2drive]

Fly in to KW airport. Rent bikes/walk. Parking is at a premium. Angelina Guest House 302 Angela St. and Key West Harbor Inn both have excellent reviews on Tripadvisor.
Things to do or see:
Schooner Jolly Roger (red mast) at the Harbor - Day sail $35 for 2 hrs (we did this, we enjoyed it), Ft. Zachary Taylor Beach, Simonton Beach, a very small beach at the end of Simonton Street (quiet sunset view area), Bo’s Fish Wagon, a site not to miss 801 Caroline & Williams Cash only,US 1 mm0 sign is at the end of Truman, Southern most Buoy is at Whitehead Street & South St., Large concrete Pier at the end of White Street, West Martello Tower & Garden, near pier, free 7 days week 9:30 a.m.- 5 nice garden in an old fort maintained by the KW garden club, Smallest Bar at 124 Duval Two bar stools. It is between two buildings,The Bull (bar) 1st floor, The Whistle (2nd floor w/balcony) and The garden of Eden (roof top clothing optional),Smokin’ Tuna bar, 4 Charles St. & Telegraph St., Turtle Kraal Bar, & Tower Bar, turtle races 6 p.m. Mon-Fri,Jimmy Buffets recording studio is next to Conch Republic. No sign. Harbor walk is right next to the building. White block building at the waters edge, Check the 6toejam.com website to see who is playing and where, Key West web camera above the door at Sloppy Joe’s bar, check it out online. http://www.liveduvalstreet.com/
Have a great time!
Marcia

[TrailerTravele1]

Conch Train Tour as an orientation to the island, Fort Zachary Taylor State Park (nicest beach on the island, but remember, the Keys are NOT known for beaches), Key West snorkeling cruise, Key West Cemetery, climb the lighthouse, sunset at Mallory Square, Schooner Wharf Bar, stroll the wharf - find a place that suits your fancy and have a happy hour drink & appetizer. There's usually some type of event going on that can be lots of fun - check the freebie local newspapers. January & February can be chilly or glorious - be sure to be ready for either. ENJOY!

[agesilaus]

Uppercrust wrote:
My husband and I are looking at visiting Key West next year in January or February. Is this a good time to visit? Also we probably won't be camping doing a hotel. What are some must do activities in that area? Thanks

Heck no it's the worst time to visit the best would be in the summer. The big must do is watch the sunset from the pier. A crowd of hundreds gather to watch the sun set into the Ocean and their are entertainers and vendors there too. The only other attraction (that I know of) is Hemingway's old house and his 6 toed cats. Otherwise the main entertainment seem to be getting inebriated.

There is a pillar which proclaims itself as the southernmost point in the US that people like to get a photo of them and the pillar.

[All_I_could_aff]

Lots of bars with live bands. Everything from jazz to rock bands. Gas monkey bar is fun for car guys
Consider renting bikes while there