Old Town landmark
The 1848 lighthouse and keeper's quarters across from the Hemingway home, about $17 adult (cheaper online) as of 2026, open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Key West Lighthouse & Keeper's Quarters Museum
An 1847 lighthouse and restored keeper's quarters run by the Key West Art & Historical Society, climbable for a rooftop view over Old Town directly across from the Hemingway Home.
Area Old Town Category Experiences Last checked
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Travelers wanting a climb and a view across a hot or rainy afternoon.
Old Town
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Old Town landmark
Travelers wanting a climb and a view across a hot or rainy afternoon.
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Skip it when another part of Florida would make the day simpler, calmer, or more honest.
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Old Town landmark
The 1848 lighthouse and keeper's quarters across from the Hemingway home, about $17 adult (cheaper online) as of 2026, open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Best for: Travelers wanting a climb and a view across a hot or rainy afternoon.
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What to know
Key West Art & Historical Society lists 938 Whitehead Street, open daily with an 88-step tower climb.Pairs on the same block as the Hemingway Home for an efficient half-day Old Town history stop.
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