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Key West, Florida 

Enchanting Key West has two mottos that express the truth about this gay paradise at the southernmost tip of the USA. The first is “One Human Family” and the second is “Almost Perfect – Never Normal.”. 

Event Calendar

STONEWALL GALA 2024

Standing on the Shoulders of Heroes.

Embrace the spirit of unity and progress as we honor the legacy of LGBTQ+ heroes. Check out the event details and secure your spot for a night of inspiration and camaraderie.

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Orlando Pride Afterparty

Party with Pride! Join us for Orlando Pride's official after-party on Saturday, October 21, 2023. Celebrate love, diversity, and unity in the heart of Orlando. Get your tickets now, and let's keep the Pride spirit alive! 🏳️‍🌈🎉


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Accommodations

MARQUESA Hotel

The Marquesa Hotel and Café Marquesa is the finest combination of a boutique hotel and casual restaurant Key West has to offer.

Conveniently located in the center of the historic district of Old Town Key West, the Marquesa compound, with its two locations across the street from each other, offers three sparkling pools and lush interior gardens. Dinner at Cafe Marquesa will make your stay complete. 

The Marquesa is a quiet retreat which awaits those looking for luxury, privacy, excellent food and service.

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H2O Suites

Experience Key West luxury redefined. Relax in your residential-inspired suite featuring a balcony or private patio with plunge pool. Venture upstairs to enjoy the sweeping views at our rooftop pool and bar. Take a short stroll to the excitement of Duval Street or popular Key West attractions within walking distance.

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Island House

Island House Key West has been called'The Best Gay Resort in the World' by a number of national and international gay publications, including OUT Traveler and The Travel Channel UK. But what makes Island House truly special are the amazing men that keep coming back year after year to spend their hard earned vacations with us.

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Key Lime Inn

Key Lime Inn offers an authentic feel that gives you an immediate sense of belonging the moment you enter the property. Adjust your latitude and ease your attitude'. to an island pace with an unmistakable Key West vibe.

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La Te Da

Over the years La Te Da has evolved into one of the most sophisticated venues in the Keys while meticulously maintaining a true old-world Key West style.

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Wicker Guesthouse

"Wicker Guesthouse, A Duval Street Bed & Breakfast and Inn


When you arrive on Duval Street, you will see people exploring the infamous mile-long street on foot, bike and scooter. You will find countless art galleries, restaurants, bars, shops and attractions. On the 900 block of Duval Street, you will encounter a white picket fence that surrounds a bed and breakfast shaded by tropical trees and flowers."

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Southernmost Beach Resort

Tucked on Key Wests serene Atlantic Coast in Historic Old Town, lies an oasis in the middle of the party. A short walk from the eclectic shops, famed nightlife, and signature architecture of Duval Street, the Southernmost Beach Resort offers an island retreat away from the hustle and bustle. Where tradition meets modern luxury, you'll find lush garden pathways, endless sea views, sandy beaches, and us'on this quaint stretch of Americas Southernmost point.

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Pier House

"Waterfront Key West Hotel - Where the Sea Meets Duval


Part romance, part adventure, all paradise, Pier House Resort & Spa is a legendary Key West oasis on the edge of Old Town. Situated where the clear blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico meet vibrant Duval Street, our historic Key West resort offers a private white sand beach and a perfect location steps from all the entertainment and adventure that makes our island famous."

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24 North Hotel

Our hotel is located at the point of entry to Key West and is convenient to everything in Old Town and across the island.

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Attractions

Audubon House

The grand home that is now known as the Audubon House was built by Captain John Huling Geiger in the 1840s as a residence for his family, who lived there for more than a century. Slated for destruction in 1958, the Geiger mansion was saved by the Mitchell Wolfson Family Foundation, a nonprofit educational organization.

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Florida Keys Audubon

The mission of the Florida Keys Audubon Society is to promote the appreciation, conservation, and restoration of ecosystems in the Florida Keys. We aim to educate and encourage others to participate in environmental stewardship and advocacy in their community. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization.

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Ernest Hemingway Home

"Welcome to the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum web site. Located at 907 Whitehead Street and nestled in the heart of Old Town Key West, this unique property was home to one of Americas most honored and respected authors.


Ernest Hemingway lived and wrote here for more than ten years. Calling Key West home, he found solace and great physical challenge in the turquoise waters that surround this tiny island."

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Key West Butterfly

Feel your stress fade away as you enter our magical world of butterflies. Relax and be amazed as you stroll through our tropical paradise. Walk through a magical and inviting environment filled with hundreds of the most beautiful winged creatures in nature.

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Ripley's Key West

Discover the strange, the shocking, and beautiful at Ripley's Believe It or Not! on Duval Street. Enjoy incredible eye-popping exhibits where you can pose with the worlds tallest man, lose yourself in some mind-boggling visual illusions, and even see a vampire kit! The array of weird will leave you awe-struck. You've found your one-stop family fun in Key West!

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Key West Aquarium

The Aquarium took two years to complete and opened to the public on February 18, 1935. At that time admission was 15 cents for adults and 5 cents for children. The Key West Aquarium was the first aquarium to use an'open air concept'. This allowed for natural sunlight to illuminate the concrete marine displays. Dr. Van Deusen outlined the future of the Aquarium in his speech on its opening day.

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Oldest House

In the 1950s Key Wests citizens watched as several of their most valued architectural treasures were lost to neglect or new development. These events galvanized preservationists to organize the nonprofit Old Island Restoration Foundation in 1960 to promote the preservation and restoration of historically significant buildings.

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Nancy Forrester

"Nancy Forrester, artist, teacher, environmental activist, and plant & animal lover, has been rescuing, rehoming orphaned parrots for 30 years.


Join Nancy or Steve Snyder from 10 to 11 AM daily for a special presentation ""Parrot 101"" when guests can take pictures of uncaged birds, hold them and ask questions."

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Truman Little White House

Since 1890, history has left its mark on the Truman Little White House. Initially, it served as the naval stations command headquarters during the Spanish-American War, World War I and World War II. In 1946 the historic building first served as the winter White House of President Harry S. Truman and a site for the Cold War response by later presidents. Today, the Truman Little White House is a public, living, Key West museum as well as a retreat and place of government business by our nation's leaders.

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Key West Theater

The Key West Theater is a newly renovated performing arts center that is home to the Key West Theater & Community Stage 501(c)(3) non-profit, Rams Head Promotions, Grateful Guitar, Back Stage Listening Room andDance Key West.

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Bars & Clubs

Smallest Bar

The Smallest Bar Inn Key West, also known as the Old Customs House Inn is a charming island getaway with all of the lodging accommodations that you would ever need on vacation. Another plus is the location of downtown in the historic district on the island of Key West, on the main street named Duval Street in Key West. Location is everything and we are conveniently located and within walking distance to everything Old Town Key West has to offer.

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Green Parrot Bar

The Parrot is a jury of non-judging peers, a rugged and ragged council of friends. It is a place of hi-jinks and misadventures, of understated kindnesses, and everyday miracles. It has seen all manner of human exploits, from poetry slams to divorce celebrations, from memorial services to hurricane parties and pet birthday bashes, from tattoo contests to fundraising benefits.

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Bottle Cap

Bottle Cap Lounge has proudly served thirsty islanders since 1934 and is still considered one of Key West's Top Social Spots!

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Aqua

This place hosts drag shows, karaoke, live entertainment, and late-night dancing.

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801 Bourbon Bar

Nightclub with a gay bar & lively mix of drag shows, bingo, karaoke & other events.

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Bobby's Monkey Bar

Established in 1999, Bobby's Monkey Bar is located at 900 Simonton St in Key West, FL - Monroe County and is a business listed in the categories Bars & Grills, Beer Taverns, Full-Service Restaurants, Bars, Grills & Lounges, Limited-Service Restaurants, Eating Places and Restaurants and offers Beer. After you do business with Bobby's Monkey Bar, please leave a review to help other people and improve hubbiz.

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22 & Co

Fresh cocktails. Fun bartenders. Tutus. Flamingos. Unicorns. Need we say more?

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Bourbon Street Pub

"Gay Key West's Original and Only Video Bar featuring the ""Men Of Bourbon"" Nightly, Live VJ's, Live Shows, 5 Bars,

""MALE ONLY"" Clothing Optional Garden Bar with Pool & Jacuzzi"

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Tattoos & Scars

"Tattoos & Scars is THE local hangout of Key West.


Tattoos and Scars is more than a Key West Bar, its a completely dynamic social experience. Our bar attracts many locals and tourists alike. Since we are open so late, many of the local bartenders, servers, and tour guides come here after their shifts to mingle and drink."

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Restaurants

Sloppy Joe's

The official beginning of Sloppy Joes Bar, the famous and infamous Key West saloon, was December 5, 1933'the day Prohibition was repealed. The bar was destined to go through two name changes and a sudden change of location before it would become Sloppy Joes, seen by millions of visitors to Floridas southernmost outpost.

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Mr Z's

"OUR FAMOUS STROMBOLI IS HOMEMADE, BAKED FRESH WHEN YOU ORDER. PLEASE ALLOW 25 MINUTES BAKING TIME OR CALL AHEAD.

Traditional Stromboli does not come with marinara. Let us know if you'd like us to add a marinara dipping sauce, free of charge!


Don't forget the PIZZA!"

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Mattheessen's

In 1993, the Mattheessens moved to Key West and opened a coffee kiosk named after their daughter, "Kaylas Cafe". Not long after they expanded to open a fudge and cookie store. With the success of Mattheessens Candy Kitchen, they moved once again and now have two very successful, established stores on the world famous "Duval Street in Key West."

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Martin's

Like our feather chandelier'Pulma Cubic' reminiscent of a classic crystal chandelier designed by a Berlin artist Heike Buchfelder, Martins surprises the guest with a classic and tropical mix. As soon as one arrives, one feels surrounded by European sophistication with a touch of the playfulness of the tropics- just like our menu.

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Hard Rock Cafe Key West

Experience authentic dining and world class entertainment when you visit Hard Rock Cafe Key West. Located on world-famous Duval Street, you'll enjoy the most delectable dishes served on our little island paradise. After a delicious meal of freshly prepared authentic American fare, take a stroll through musical history with a collection of rock n' roll memorabilia you can only find at Hard Rock Cafe Key West.

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Cafe Sole

Café Solé has captured the hearts and palates of locals and visitors lucky enough to discover this culinary gem off the beaten path since 1995. Chef John Correa, together with his wife Judy, combine his French mastery of sauces with fresh locally caught seafood. John has created a menu unlike any on the island, where every dish is bursting with indescribable flavors.

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Blue Heaven

Blue Heaven Restaurant is located in historical Bahama Village in Key West. It is an iconic landmark for Floridian-Caribbean cuisine, key lime pie and live music in a funky setting.

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Mangia Mangia

Here in Key West, Mangia Mangia is famous not only for their fresh homemade pasta, but also for creating a nourishing meal that envelops you by sight, smell and taste. Choose from spagettini topped with green-lipped New Zealand mussels in a garlicky marinara sauce, Linguine with clams in shallot, white wine, garlic and butter broth, and a delicious variety of other pasta dishes.

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Art / Entertainment

The Studios

The Studios of Key West provides a collaborative and supportive environment for creative experience. We offer studio space, lectures, workshops, residencies, partnership projects and nurture the creation of work. Our mission is to build audiences and support the advancement of established and emerging creative people in the Florida Keys.

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Shipwreck Treasure Museum

"Wreck Ashore! With these words, enter the world of 1856 Key West' the era of the wreckers. At the Key West Shipwreck Museum you will step back into time as you discover Key Wests unique maritime heritage and how it became the richest city in the United States.


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Mel Fisher Maritime Museum

The Mel Fisher Maritime Museum is a 501 (c) (3) accredited, not-for-profit organization existing to research, interpret, and exhibit the maritime history of Florida and the Caribbean in ways that increase knowledge, enrich the spirit, and stimulate inquiry.

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Key West Turtle Museum

The Key West Turtle Museum is operated by the Mel Fisher Maritime Museum, a fully accredited nonprofit museum and research facility. Donations made to the Mel Fisher Museum are tax deductible to the full extent allowed by law.

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My Southern Exposure

It is a web based show but formatted similarly to a radio or television show. It is scheduled to be done live every Sunday evening from 7pm to 9pm eastern standard time. It will also be recorded but unedited. What you will see is a live show with all its flaws and unexpected fun. We hope to entertain you. We hope to enlighten you. Topics of the show will vary from week to week.

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Resources

Key West Info Center

Celebrate love and romance in the alluring island escape of Key West.Sensual sunset sails and a delightful dinner on a private island are just a few of the intimate indulgences you'll enjoy with our assistance. Our many years of local experience, relationships, and close connections enable us to deliver a truly special stay in paradise.

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Key West Historical Society

The mission of The Key West Art & Historical Society is to preserve the culture of the Florida Keys through exhibiting and displaying regional art, architecture and history for the purpose of educating the community and visiting public..

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MDLCC - Key West

With over 30 years of history, the Key West Business Guild is the oldest gay chamber-of-commerce-type organization in the country. We're committed to ensuring that the world knows Key West is the premiere gay and lesbian island destination, and that everyone enjoy their stay here. All the businesses listed on www.gaykeywestfl.com are members of our Guild.

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Shopping

Besame Mucho

Besame Mucho is located in a local neighborhood known as Bahama Village on the island of Key West. This romantic shop is a place where one can escape and lose themselves in an atmosphere of charm, an atmosphere that excites, inspires, and calms, all at the same time. Savor some of the old-world simplicity that has been lost to the past.

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Cigar Club and Smoke

"Key West Cigar Club and Smoke Shop


""GRUMPY SEZ . . . IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR CUBANS YOU BETTER START SWIMMING!!!!"" 

We are famous for our fresh hand rolled cigars made right here in Key West by our two Cuban rollers, brothers Raul and Saul. As well as our comfortable, warm and welcoming atmosphere of our cigar shop and staff."

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Graffitti Key West

Since 1987, Graffitti has been the premier men's store in Key West.

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Key West Island Books

Specializing in Key West's local writers, we have hundreds of titles from some of Key West and South Florida's most famous authors, past and present. Come in and browse our local interest section for a taste of local talent.

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Key West Pottery

Originated in 2009 by the artists Adam Russell and Kelly Lever, Key West Pottery (or'Honest Works Island Pottery' as it was originally called) was always meant as a joint endeavor between two creatives for one succinct purpose' FREEDOM. Freedom in all the obvious ways we conceive of it; free use of time, financial freedom, creative freedom, etc'.

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Kino Sandals

Kino Sandals offer over 17 different styles using natural leather uppers and natural rubber soles. They are all hand cut, assembled, and glued in our traditional sandal factory since 1966. It is Located in Kino Plaza at the corner of Greene and Fitzpatrick Streets in Key West Florida.

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Sponge Market

"Key West Sponge Market


Unique gift shop located in Key West."

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Peppers of Key West

Peppers of Key West is the best hot sauce store in the world. Whether you are shopping online or visiting our World Headquarters in Key West, you are sure to find the best hot sauces, hot sauce gifts, and fun products of all things hot sauce and pepper related. We strive to ensure you, our customers, are happy.

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SALT Island Provisions

SALT Island Provisions is a purveyor of fine goods handcrafted in and sourced from the Florida Keys. We offer the indigenous essences of sweet and savory: wild honey and sea salt, harvested in small batches from the sun-kissed islands.

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Stingray Steve

We're a family owned and operated retailer of resort wear and solar protective clothing and accessories right on the water in beautiful Key West! We mostly serve tourists, and we go above and beyond to make sure they've got everything they need to stay cool, protected from the sun, and on top of the latest trends while they're checking out the island or hopping aboard a cruise ship.

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KW Hammocks

KWHammocks is based in Key West, Florida and has been distributing the finest hammocks and hammock furniture to our retail and wholesale customers for the past 10 years.We are dedicated company and take pride in giving you the best prices and service imaginable!!!

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