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3 Famous Key West Attractions Worth Seeing
Head to Old Town for some of the island’s best sights
Key West is a remarkably walkable island.
In fact, my partner and I walked a good part of it in one day on a trip there a few years ago. We rented a sailboat as our accommodation for a few days, and then walked or drove everywhere we wanted to go.
At about four miles long and one mile wide, Key West is just small enough to make sightseeing on foot a possibility for those who are avid walkers, but I wouldn’t suggest trying it if you aren’t used to walking long distances or have a family in tow. There are lots of other ways to get around the island as well, such as bicycles, taxis, buses, trolleys, driving yourself, etc.
Since we both love walking and had the time to spare, we spent many of our days wandering around leisurely and stopping whenever something piqued our interest. For us, this was a great way to save money and the headache of parking and logistics. We got to see a lot more of the island by meandering around its streets on foot and taking different routes each day.
Key West has plenty to see and do, even for a short stay. The island’s history and architecture are some of its biggest draws in Old Town, and many of its biggest attractions can be found in what’s known as the…