Compass Realty’s Guide to Key West Landmarks
Key West packs centuries of history, culture, and coastal beauty into a small island, and its most famous sights sit within easy reach of one another. Exploring Key West’s top landmarks is one of the best ways to understand what makes this southernmost city so...
Visit Fort Jefferson: A Historic Key West Day Trip
Key West is packed with sights, but one of the most unforgettable experiences sits 70 miles offshore. Fort Jefferson, a massive 19th-century fortress rising straight out of the turquoise Gulf, is one of the best day trips you can take from Key West. While Dry Tortugas...
A Guide to Rum in Key West: Distilleries, Tours, & More
Few things capture the spirit of Key West quite like a cold rum drink in hand as the sun slips into the Gulf. Key West has been tied to rum for well over a century, and that story is still bubbling away today. Whether you are a rum enthusiast or simply someone who...
Duval Street Bars: Compass Realty’s Guide to Key West Nightlife
When the sun goes down in Key West, the party moves to Duval Street. Running from the Gulf to the Atlantic, this famous street is the heart of Key West’s nightlife, and the bars on Duval Street are the main event. Live music spills onto the sidewalks, frozen drinks...
Discover Fort East Martello: History & Legends in Key West
When most travelers picture Key West, they imagine sandy beaches, colorful sunsets, and the lively energy of Duval Street. However, tucked along South Roosevelt Boulevard, just steps from the ocean, sits one of the island’s most fascinating and underrated...
Exploring Key West’s Truman Annex: A Neighborhood With History
Few neighborhoods in Key West carry as much history as Truman Annex. Tucked along the northwest corner of the island, this 103-acre community sits on land that was once one of the most strategically important naval installations in the United States. Today, it is one...
Reel in the Adventure: Charter Fishing in Key West
Key West has earned a well-deserved reputation as one of the premier fishing destinations in the world. With warm, crystal-clear waters, abundant marine life, and experienced local captains who know these waters inside and out, it’s no surprise that fishing...
Enjoy Birds & Natural Beauty at Key West Wildlife Center
Key West is home to many quiet, peaceful locations that beckon visitors and locals alike to unwind and escape from the everyday hustle and bustle. One of those locations is the Key West Wildlife Center, a seven-acre property dedicated to wildlife rescue and...
