Fun Cooking Class and Poolside Dinner
hosted by Charles
(A La Julia Child style)
$45 per person
at
Alexander’s!
Key West
What’s Cooking with Charles!
American Boy Key West
A great store with “nicer” Key West memorabilia and stylish gifts to take home. They have created their own line called American Boy Key West which includes great sporty shirts as well as many other items. Continue reading “American Boy Key West” »
The Green Pineapple
The Green Pineapple was born from a vision to promote sustainability through an eclectic offering of beautiful and conscious consumer goods from around the world. Continue reading “The Green Pineapple” »
Key West Healthy Retreat November 10-13
Conch Republic Now Offers Rejuvenation & Relaxation
With the Launch of Key West Wellness Retreats
(Key West, March 7, 2011) Key West Wellness Retreats
Dog 30
1025 White Street Key West, FL 33040. Feel free to give us a call at 305.296.4848 if you’d like to talk to us. Continue reading “Dog 30” »
Leather Master
418 Applerouth Lane
Key West, FL 33040-6535
Maintaining a 30+ year proud tradition of hand crafting leather in Key West, Florida – made in the USA! Continue reading “Leather Master” »
Blue~Clothes for Women
Located near the historic seaport district in Old Town Key West, blue – Key West is the island’s premier contemporary clothing boutique. A walk into this store will calm the senses and ignite the imagination
Fairvilla Adult Costume and Toy Store
520 Front Street
Key West, FL 33040-6658
(305) 292-0448
Sugar Apple
917 Simonton Street
Key West, FL
Your complete source of herbs, homeopathic remedies, vitamins, literature and hard-to-find items for a healthy lifestyle. Walk in window to order a healthy take out lunch! Have a healthy rejuvenating picnic in the sunshine!
Evolution
701 Duval Street
Key West, FL
Club style clothing with beach-y flair!
The Key Lime Shop
Don’t miss The Key Lime Shop, located at the corner of Greene Street & Elizabeth Street which, as the name implies, makes and sells items made from the legendary local citrus fruit. They will ship right to you!
Besame Mucho
Besame Mucho at 315 Petronia Street, right off of Duval, offering a romantic collection of international delights including French beauty products, exotic chocolate, housewares, and original jewelry. Ooooh La, La.
Waterfront Playhouse
Phone: 305-294-5015
Email: garysymons@att.net
310 Wall Street/PO.Box 724
“The Best Professional Theater in Florida” FLORIDA MONTHLY MAGAZINE, 2010
Tropic Cinema Downtown off Duval
Our favorite little movie theater and they serve beer and wine too! Great Marilyn Monroe statue right in front. Continue reading “Tropic Cinema Downtown off Duval” »
Theater of the Sea
Phone: 305-664-2431
Email: info@theaterofthesea.com
84721 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada
Since 1945, 2nd oldest marine park in the world.17 acres of tropical beauty featuring tours, shows and interactive programs with dolphins, sea lions, rays & sea turtles.
The Studios of Key West
Phone: 305-600-1406
Email: jay@tskw.org
600 White Street
Our mission is to support local creative people, celebrate the island’s unique heritage and sense of place, and foster new collaboration and artistic production.
The People’s Theater of Key West
Phone: 305-849-2987
Email: newtheater@rocketmail.com
142 Simonton Street, Suite 200
Key West’s own local theater. Our vision states, “To provide a safe and inclusive environment promoting personal and audience enrichment through the theater arts.”
The Key West Pops
Phone: 305-296-6059
Email: kwpopsinfo@cpmcast.net
PO Box 6206
Since October of 1999, the Pops has been producing some of the most popular and successful concerts given in Key West.
Tennessee Williams Theater
South Florida Symphony Orchestra
Phone: 954-522-8445
Email: jlorber@southfloridasymphony.org
221 SW 3rd Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Starting in Key West, Sebrina Maria Alfonso created a concept which allowed a small, but cultured community, to enjoy the privilege of a first class symphony.
Reef Relief
Phone: 305-294-3100 * Fax: 305-293-9515
Email: reefrelief@gmail.com
PO Box 430
Reef Relief is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to improve and protect our coral reef ecosystem. Visit the Reef Relief Environmental Center at 631 Greene St Mon – Fri 10am – 4pm.
Red Barn Theater
Phone: 305-296-9911
319 Duval Street
Established and intimate small theater featuring live productions. Details the season’s performance schedule at their Duval Street location. What great shows they put on!
Paradise Ballet Theatre Presenters
Phone: 305-294-2943 * Fax: 305-294-7740
Email: j.stahl@bellsouth.net
@ Tennessee Williams Fine Arts Center
Producers of the popular, local version of “Nutcracker Key West” ballet every other year at the Tennessee Williams Fine Arts Center.
Original Ghost Tours of Key West
Nancy Forrester’s Secret Garden
Phone: 305-294-0015
Email: nancy_forrester@yahoo.com
1 Free School Lane
Rainforest treasure! 10am – 5pm, $6. Botanical tours at 11am $20. “…get lost in the beauty of the place.” – Charles Kuralt.
Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden
Phone: 305-296-1504
Email: kwbgs@kwbgs.org
5210 College Rd
Outdoor living museum with rental facilities for events, ceremonies, and parties.The only “frost-free” botanical garden in the continental United States.
Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory
Phone: 305-296-2988 * Fax: 305-296-2901
Email: info@keywestbutterfly.com
1316 Duval Street
Take a stroll through a tropical paradise…walk through an exotic and inviting environment filled with hundreds of the most beautiful winged creatures in nature – butterflies.
Key West Art & Historical Society
Phone: 305-295-6616 x 106
Email: gsidoti@kwahs.org
281 Front Street
Enjoy our colorful Art & History: Fort East Martello, 3501 S. Roosevelt Blvd., Key West Lighthouse & Keeper’s Quarters, 938 Whitehead St., Custom House Museum of Art & History, 281 Front St.
Hemmingway’s House
Open 365 days a year.
From 9:00am to 5:00pm.
907 Whitehead Street,
Key West FL 33040 U.S.A.
Email: info@hemingwayhome.com
Harry S. Truman Little White House
Phone: 305-294-9911 * Fax: 305-294-9988
Email: bwolz@trumanlittlewhitehouse.com
111 Front Street
Florida’s only presidential museum, the Harry S. Truman Little White House has hosted presidents, prime ministers and kings. As President of the United States, Truman spent 11 of his working vacations at the house. Open daily from 9 am to 4:30 pm.
Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary
Phone: 305-289-2288
Sanctuary Friends Foundation of the Florida Keys (SFFFK) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization created to provide and sponsor education, training and research programs for the education of the public to understand how unique the coral reefs adjacent to the Florida Keys are and the importance from an ecological and economic point of view that they be protected.
Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center
Conch Tour Train
Phone: 305-294-5161 * Fax: 305-292-8993
Email: conchtrain@historictours.com
301 Front Street
Entertaining visitors to Key West since 1958. Over 100 points of interest on our fully narrated 90 minute tour covering historic Old Town. 100% Money Back Guarantee.
CityView Trolley Tours of Key West
Phone: 305-294-0644 * Fax: N/A
Email: greg@cityviewtrolleys.com
330 Elizabeth St., Key West
offers luxury trolley tours of Old Town Key West. We avoid the Hotel District and concentrate on the history of this island paradise. Also available for private charters and shuttle service.
Blu Q Catamaran Gay Sailing for Men
Phone: 305-923-7245
Email: info@bluqkeywest.com
201 William Street
Voted # 1 All Gay Watersports Activity in Key West. Sailing, Snorkeling, Kayaking & Sunset Adventures. This is a men only trip, except for the Sunset cruise which is Gay and Lesbian.
Venus Charters Gay & Lesbian Boat Tours
Phone: 305-304-1181
Email: info@venuscharters.com
Garrison Bight Marina
We offer the finest in personalized, eco-friendly charters. Snorkel trips to the reef, dolphin watching in the Gulf, or back country and exploration.
Call today!
Gay Trolley Every Saturday Morning!
Departs Every Saturday at 11am
Enjoy a fabulous tour of Key West…with a twist. A gay twist that is! Get a unique tour of Key West and learn about our colorful history that includes the famous and the infamous. Departs from the City Hall Parking Lot, located on the corner of Angela and Simonton. Tickets $25. Can be purchased ONLINE or at the trolley, our G&L Visitor Center (located at 513 Truman), and many of our distinguished gay and lesbian guest houses.
Bring Fido on Vacation
Need help deciding where to stay, play, or eat with Fido in Key West? Get the scoop on our favorite pet friendly hotels, dog friendly activities, and restaurants that allow dogs in Key West below. Or, visit the Key West Dog Forum to talk to local dog owners about the best places to bring Fido in the city.
There is a whole webpage for Fido Friendly Places…..just click here…
Virgilio’s Key West Martini Bar
801 Bourbon Street
Speakeasy Rum Bar
Phone: 305-296-2680 1117 Duval This landmark offers an elegant and romantic retreat. The Speakeasy Inn was the home of Raul Vaquez, who was a cigar selector at the Gato cigar factory. Raul’s true passion was rum-running between Key West and Cuba. Enjoy spectacular cocktails while watching the passers by on the wrap around porch. Rum Bar open daily from 11 to 11 (or later).
Schooner Wharf Bar
The Porch
Point 5 Lounge @ 915 Restaurant
Pearl’s Patio Bar & Grill
La Te Da
KWEST Men
Island House Bar + Cafe
Phone: 305-294-8859
1129 Fleming
The café and bar at Island House are set in lush tropical gardens beside the resort’s clothing optional pool. Men Only. Island House Bar + Cafe
Sloppy Joe’s
201 Duval Street
9am-4am
Live music and entertainment…and Hemingway’s old haunt!
Hog’s Breath Saloon
Grand Vin Wine Bar
El Meson de Pepe
Cork & Stogie
Bourbon Street Pub
I Love the Nightlife…I Got to Boog-ay…
Aqua Nightclub
Phone: 305-294-0555 * Fax: 305-294-0750
Email: aquakeywest@aol.com
711 Duval Street
Key West’s largest gay dance club, drag shows with the Aquanettes, Karaoke, Dueling Bartenders, Happy Hour Trivia, Texas Hold’Em and Live Entertainment. Three Bars including an outside wet bar. Open til 4am.
Phone: 305-294-0555 * Fax: 305-294-0750
Email: aquakeywest@aol.com
711 Duval Street
Key West’s largest gay dance club, drag shows with the Aquanettes, Karaoke, Dueling Bartenders, Happy Hour Trivia, Texas Hold’Em and Live Entertainment. Three Bars including an outside wet bar. Open til 4am.
Bottle Cap Lounge
Bobby’s Monkey Bar
Phone: 305-294-2655
Email: gizmodads@aol.com
900 Simonton Street
Gay locals’favorite watering hole. Open noon-4am daily. Pool table, jukebox, karoake, special events frequently.
Email: gizmodads@aol.com
900 Simonton Street
Gay locals’favorite watering hole. Open noon-4am daily. Pool table, jukebox, karoake, special events frequently.
Spoil your soul with the best things in life: Dessert, Wine & Romance…
Better Than Sex is a full service dessert only restaurant and lounge unlike any other. A little gem nestled on Petronia Street, just off Duval, it incorporates homemade desserts, sexy ambiance, hot waitstaff, and live guitar music.
Continue reading “Spoil your soul with the best things in life: Dessert, Wine & Romance…” »
Tapas from Around the World…
When we think of tapas, we think small portions,very small portions. Not so at Santiago’s Bodega, while still remaining in the “tapa” category, the portions are just right for sharing, the salads are overflowing and the wine is ever pouring!
Table With A View Please…
A view of the ocean, great food, casual elegance, these make the ritual of dining even more Divine.
While there are many restaurants in Key West, here our the ones that really draw our attention…
When I Seafood…I Eat It…
When guests visit Key West, many ask…”Where can I get the best seafood?” Here are our secret places…off the beaten path:
Audubon House
Phone: 305-294-2116
Email: audobonhouse@audobonhouse.org
205 Whitehead Street
Weddings, tours, Audubon prints, and Tropical gardens.
A Taste of the Mediterranean in Key West
AZUR Restaurant is a unique dining experience featuring Mediterranean specialties. Whether you choose our shaded terrace or the comfort of our cool blue dining room, please join us for a hearty breakfast featuring a few new twists, an al fresco lunch by the waterfall, or an intimate dinner with offerings including old favorites and new creations. For a completely different dining experience in Old Town, AZUR is a must on your list of innovative-chef restaurants in Key West.
Tropical Heat Party For Men, August 18-21, 2011
This year’s Tropical Heat kicks off at Island House with an all-male party featuring adult entertainers, open bar, and food. Other events include a midnight skinny dip pool party at the Bourbon Street Pub Garden Bar with live DJ and VIP lounge for All-Access Passholders, daytime pool parties at Big Ruby’s, Alexander’s, and Island House, a fetish party at Saloon One, VIP party at Kwest and Saturday night’s Exhibition event at Bourbon Street Pub featuring a live film set and your opportunity to be Tropical Heat’s featured entertainer.
Hello Friends!! Pridefest June 6-10, 2012
PRIDEFEST 2010 Key West welcomes visitors from around the world! Join us for fun and festivities on Duval or relax by the pool and catch just a few events. The heartbeat of Key West still beats LOUD AND PROUD!!