Key West, a Beach Lover’s Paradise
The Florida Keys are famous worldwide for their natural beauty, superb weather, unmatched fishing and diving, and exciting nightlife. By choosing Parrot Key Resort as your ultimate Florida vacation destination, you’ll find yourself in the heart of Key West, enjoying the newest, waterfront resort that is redefining luxury accommodations in the Keys.
Key West is a renowned destination with a fascinating historic district and bustling waterfront. Famed for its nightlife and attractions.
Whether arranging for fishing, diving, snorkeling or theater tickets, we are here to assist you. Please contact the Concierge at Parrot Key Resort.
There are endless things to do in Key West. Here is just a sampling:
Fishing
Key West offers some of the finest fishing in the world. Ernest Hemingway fished these waters, for giant blue marlin as do locals and visitors every day. 225 species of gamefish can be found in the crystal clear waters of Key West. Bring your own boat or let an experienced captain help you hone your skills.
Scuba Diving and Snorkeling
Whether you are an experienced diver or a snorkeling novice, the beautiful reefs of Key West await. Thousands of tropical fish, plants and marine life can be found in Key West, one of the most popular diving spots in the world and the third largest barrier reef.
Coral Reefs:
- Inner Reefs are suitable for both divers and snorkelers, abundant in both coral and marine life. Depths vary from 3-30ft.
- The 35-40ft depths of the Outer Reefs offer opportunities for larger pelagic fish sighting and large gorgonians, seafans, soft corals and sponges.
Wreck Dives:
- Joe’s Tug lies in a depth of 60 to 65ft. Home to moray eels and fish this is an easy dive for both beginners and experienced divers. The vessel is surrounded by soft and hard coral formations and large sponges.
- Cayman Salvage-Master is a 180-foot steel-hulled buoy tender sunk in 1985 and offers diving opportunities at 70 to 80 feet. This is a great place to see large jewfish and moray eels.
Tours & Activities
- Mallory Square for shopping, entertainment and dining
- Dry Tortugas Civil War Fort
- St Paul’s Church
- Kayaking
- Bike rentals and tours
- Swimming with dolphins
- Glass Bottom boat tours
- Key West Cemetery
- Our Lady of Lourdes Shrine
- Southernmost Point
- Golf at Key West Golf Club
- Moped/Scooter Rentals
Museums
Key West offers a variety of museums where natural history, culture, art and local history can be explored.
- Audubon House & Tropical Gardens
- East Martello Museum
- Ernest Hemingway Home & Museum
- Harry S. Truman Little White House Museum
- Key West Lighthouse & Keeper’s Quarters Museum
- Key West Art & Historical Society in the Custom House
- Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Society & Museum
- Pirate Soul Museum
- Turtle Kraals Museum
- Wrecker’s Museum
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