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Get to know Key West..
Our condos are a bike ride to one of the best beaches on the island. You are close to Mallory Square where sunset is celebrated every day with world class street theater.
A unique feature of our properties is bicycles! Key West is only two miles by four miles, so nothing is very far away. Fly into the Key West airport and take a cab to Truman Annex You have bicycle transportation throughout your vacation. Big baskets on the bikes will make shopping easy too! If you do drive, a secure parking place awaits you at no extra charge.
For an up-to-date listing of whats happening in Key west, check out the events calendar at floridakeys.net.
MY FAVORITE THINGS ABOUT KEY WEST!!
I feel sorry for those who go on cruises, stop in Key West for a few hours, and never see the uniqueness. You will not find the best of Key West in t-shirt shops on Duval Street.
Here are my recommendations after many years of exploring the true essence of Key West:
What to do!
Fort Zachary Taylor Beach and State Park By far the most beautiful beach on the island. You are practically there when staying at Susan's Key West Condo. Smathers Beach is popular, however, not spectacularly beautiful. You have not been to the best of Key West until you have been to Fort Zachary Taylor beach. The greatest sunset view in Key West is from the shore of Fort Zachary Taylor Beach!
www.fortzacharytaylor.com
Sunset Celebration at Mallory Square You will never find a more colorful group of performers, vendors and artists. Make sure you see Will Soto the juggler, tight rope artist and comedian. Same time, 365 days a year.
www.sunsetcelebration.org
Mel Fisher's Maritime Museum The story of Mel Fisher makes this museum great. Make sure you watch the 20 minute film of his life in the museum theatre before touring the treasures. The museum is very close to the condo.
200 Greene Street | 305.294.2633 | www.melfisher.org
Conch Tour Train This train ride designed for tourists is a great way to see the entire island and get a glimpse of the colorful and dramatic history of Key West. Especially fascinating for first time visitors.
201 Front Street | 305.294.5161 | www.conchtourtrain.com
Key West Cemetery at the corner of Watson and Francis Streets is as unique as the rest of Key West. Look for the headstone that says, "I told you I was Sick."
Margaret and Angela Streets | www.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Key_West_Cemetery
Hemingway Home This tour is an amazing look at the home and life of the legendary author.
907 Whitehead Street | 305.294.1136 | www.hemingwayhome.com
Key West Aquarium Our children LOVED the creatures in this aquarium. The open air aquarium has regular shark and turtle feedings! You can pet the shark!
Mallory Square - 1 Whitehead St | 305.296.2051 | keywestaquarium.com
White Street Pier A wonderful place to walk, ride bikes and see the ocean.
1400 Atlantic Avenue
FURY WATER ADVENTURES After much research, we have found the best and most affordable fun, from sunset cruises with live music to full-day multiple-sports, aboard FURY Water Adventures. They will take you to North America's only living reef for snorkeling. (You can see photographs of Bruce getting snorkel instruction and a cold beverage from Stephannie of Fury in our Key West photo gallery) Go parasailing for the greatest above water views of Key West. Do it all with the Ultimate Adventure. Cruises often include meals and beverages depending on the adventure. Tell them Susan's Key West Condo sent you!
Westin Marina | 305-294-8899 | www.furykeywest.com
Harry Truman's Little White House If you find presidential history fascinating, don't miss this museum on the site of Truman Annex. 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 museum as well as a retreat and place of government business by our nation's leaders.
111 Front St. | 305.294.9911 | http://www.trumanlittlewhitehouse.com
Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center The Florida Keys Eco Discovery Center is free and on the grounds of Truman Annex. Take a journey into the world of the native plants and animals of the Keys, both on land and underwater.
End of Southard Street in Truman Annex | (305) 809-4750 | floridakeys.noaa.gov
What to Eat!
Blue Heaven is located a short walk from my condo. At this Caribbean style restaurant, you will enjoy the most unique decor including live chickens! In house bakery makes fresh bread as you dine.
729 Thomas Street | 305.296.8666 | www.blueheavenkw.com
Pepe's Cafe Don't leave KWF without having Pepe's daily breakfast special!
806 Caroline Street | 305.294.7192 | www.pepescafe.net
Bo's Fish Wagon serves the best limeade and fish sandwiches on island.
801 Caroline St | 305.294.9272
Half Shell Raw Bar Key West atmosphere is almost as great as the steamed shrimp and raw oysters.
231 Margaret St. | 305.294.7496 | www.halfshellrawbar.com
Help Yourself Foods has the best smoothies ,healthy sandwiches and salads on the island. They have an excellent breakfast burrito too. This is counter service, so you can eat at their picnic tables outside or take your creations for a picnic.
829 Fleming Street | 305.296.7766 |
www.helpyourselffoods.com
Harpoon Harry's looks like a coffee shop but serves food to exceed expectations. My favorite breakfast is Lobster Benedict!
832 Caroline St | 305.294.8744
Kermit's Key West Key Lime Pie Shoppe My favorite offering is the frozen slice of key lime pie on a stick dipped in chocolate. A taste of heaven!
200A Elizabeth Street | 305-296-0806 | www.keylimeshop.com
Faustos will deliver groceries, beer and deli treats to you here in Truman Annex. This is the closest Deli/grocery to Truman Annex. Walk a few minutes to Fleming Street.
522 Fleming Street | 305.296-5663 | www.faustos.com
Croissants de France You don't have to go to Paris to experience a fine
French bakery or bistro. The bakery makes carry out exquisite confections
and bread. The Bistro serves outstanding French breakfast, lunch or dinner.
THE only restaurant on Duval Street that I recommend.
816 Duval Street Key West | 305.294 2624 | www.croissantsdefrance.com
Kelly's Caribbean Bar, Grill and Located on the site of the original Pan
American Airlines hangar. Locals know Kelly's is the site of the best priced
HAPPY HOURS. Owned by former movie star Kelly McGillis you might remember
from Top Gun.
900 Catherine Street | 305-296-4184 | http://www.kellyskeywest.com
El Siboney Authentic Cuban dining in a family atmoshphere. GRANDE servings with low prices. One of the best on a budget meals on the island. You might feel you are in Cuba amongst the locals.
301 Whitehead Street | 304.293-8484 | http://www.elsiboneyrestaurant.com
Latitudes at Sunset Key Make reservations for a ten minute boat ride to Sunset Key. Upon arrival you will find a casual upscale restaurant with the most gorgeous beachside view of Key West. Lunch is more affordable. The best grouper sandwich I have ever tasted along with fine dining and atmosphere.
301 Sunset Key | 304.293-8484 | www.westinsunsetkeycottages.com/latitudes
Refreshments
Schooner Wharf is my favorite because they have live music almost every night! Usually classic rock being performed by outstanding talent. The quality of musical talent is only outdone by bartenders who have been trained to really mix quality drinks. You will find spicy Bloody Mary's with fresh shrimp! The food at Schooner Wharf is surprisingly good too!
202 William Street | 305.292.3302 | www.schoonerwharf.com
La Concha is the bar with the best view of Key West. Go to the seventh floor of La Concha at the corner of Duval and Fleming. The mixed drinks don't impress so stick to beer and wine while enjoying the most amazing 360 degree view of Key West.
430 Duval Street | 305-296-2991 | www.laconchakeywest.com
Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar is a sing-along, clap-along bar.
Extremely fun for those who love to watch piano players with the talent of Jerry Lee Lewis rock the house with classic tunes. From Elvis to Eminem, Abba to ZZ Top, Neil Diamond to AC/DC. Other popular selections are Billy Joel, Dave Matthews, Bon Jovi, Willie Nelson, Elton John, Frank Sinatra.Two baby grand pianos grace the space. Located across the street from Sloppy Joe’s.
218 Duval St | www.petesduelingpianobar.com
Green Parrot blends quality affordable drinks and live music with Key West local flavor. Very close to the condo.
601 Whitehead St. | 305.294.6133 | www.greenparrot.com
Pat Dailey Go see him if you want to see the most talented singer and song writer. He plays for the whole month of February and first week of March at Sloppy Joe's Bar. If you are lucky enough to be in Key West when he is playing, you are very fortunate. He is more talented than Jimmy Buffett and Willie Nelson. Pat was a very close friend and collaborated with Key West's legendary writer Shel Silverstein. Shel and Pat created a children's CD, "Underwater Land." Pat's show is for adults!
Realtor
Mike Caron lives a few doors down from this condo in the Shipyard. He is kind, trustworthy and FUNNY! Be careful if you choose to take a tour of homes with Mike, he might help make your dreams come true! Did for me!
201 Front Street, Suite 101 | 305-296-7078 | www.compass-realty.com/contact.htm
Bike Shop
Eaton Bikes has two locations at 830 Eaton Street and 326 Southard Street. If you have any mechanical difficulties with the bicycles, take them to Eaton Bikes or they will come to you for repair by calling 305-294-8188. Let Chris and Yolande know Susan sent you! We have a service agreement with these nice folks. I will pay for repairs. If you need to rent more bikes, they will deliver bikes to you or you can pick them up at one of their two locations.
326 Southard or 830 Eaton Street | (305) 294-8188 | www.eatonbikes.com
Photographer
Rick Fatica Portrait Photography specializes in bringing out the beauty, joy and goodness of your wedding, honeymoon, reunion and vacation in Key West. His talent is HUGE and his prices are reasonable.
rick@faticaphoto.com | 216-820-0904 | www.faticaphoto.com
Charter Boat Captain & Weddings
John Bollinger has a gorgeous sailboat and he will take you on a private fishing or leisure trip.
John is also a notary republic who performs WEDDINGS! John can perform your wedding service aboard his sailboat, a beach, state park, restaurant or the location of the couple’s choice.
404-580-4325
