Top 5 Key West Cruise Excursions
When your cruise ship arrives at the dock in Key West, the adventure is just beginning. Even if you only have 3 or 4 hours to explore the island, there are numerous activities and excursions you can enjoy and still make it back before your ship continues on to its next destination. Read on to learn more about the top 5 Key West cruise excursions.
1. Make Some Waves on Fury’s Ultimate Express
For 3.5 hours of non-stop action in, on and above the water, get your spot on Fury’s Reef Express Catamaran. The Ultimate Express lasts just the right amount of time for you to have a blast, and then get back to your cruise. All the fun you could ever wish for is packed into this excursion. Spread your wings as you soar above the water on a parasail, ride a Sea Doo Jet Ski, hop in a kayak and swim, splash, jump and play on Fury’s giant water toys. You can choose between a morning or afternoon trip, and both include snacks and refreshments.
2. Take a Ride on Key West’s Original Attraction
In just one hour, you can experience a fantastic journey through Key West’s history aboard the Conch Tour Train. The city’s most popular attraction offers a tour especially for cruise ship guests, and the tour guide even comes to the ship to meet you and escort you to the train. During the non-stop tour, you’ll travel through Key West’s historic district and see sights like the Hemingway House, the Audubon House, the Southernmost Point in the USA, world-famous Duval Street and more. The train’s friendly engineer will entertain you with amusing stories and historical facts about the island. When it’s over, you’ll be dropped off right in Mallory Square with lots of time to return to your cruise ship.
3. Visit the Truman Little White House
Holding a special place in American history, this lovely house was once the winter refuge of President Harry Truman. Truman visited Key West in 1946 seeking a warm place to escape the harsh Washington, DC winter. When he arrived on this tiny island paradise, he fell in love and subsequently ended up staying for 175 days. Today, you can enjoy a guided tour of this historic home that not only served as government headquarters during Truman’s time here, but also hosted many world leaders, US Presidents, dignitaries and more throughout its history. During the tour, you’ll learn all about Harry Truman’s life and presidency.
4. Witness the Wonders of the Reef Without Getting Wet
For an amazing close-up view of Key West’s famous coral reef, get your seat on Fury’s glass bottom boat. The state-of-the-art catamaran will transport you to the only living barrier reef in the United States. Once there, take your seat in the air-conditioned viewing area that features your window to the underwater world. Watch in wonder as vibrant sea life, tropical fish and marine species dart right in front of you and swim gracefully amid the thriving coral. The boat’s expansive deck is the perfect place to soak up the sun on the way out and the way back. This special tour is just 2 hours and the ideal way to experience the reef without getting wet.
5. Dig into the Freshest Seafood on the Island
For today’s fresh catch and views that will take your breath away, head to the Half Shell Raw Bar on the historic seaport. The only restaurant in town with its own fish market, the Half Shell Raw Bar serves up succulent shrimp, shucks oysters right onto your plate and offers fish that just came off the fishing boats. Order some conch ceviche, chilled Key West shrimp and your favorite cocktail, then take in the picturesque views of the boats sailing into the harbor as you savor the flavors of the island.
