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

Half Buck Freddie's  You will get deep discounts and bargains on gifts and clothing. Half Bucks is the clearance store for Fast Buck Freddie, an upscale department and gift shop on Duval Street  with TONS of ambiance.
920 Caroline Street | 305.294.5049

Nancy Forrester's Secret Garden is a lush tropical garden complete with flowers, reptiles and birds. Some get married there, most enjoy the peace and the tranquility of nature. Six dollar admission. Bring a picnic!
1 Free-School Lane Off the 500 Block of Simonton | 305.294.0015 nfsgarden.com

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

White Street Pier A wonderful place to walk, ride bikes and see the ocean.
1400 Atlantic Avenue

Snorkeling - Para Sailing - Boat Trips Find a captain to take you SNORKELING or on a SUNSET CRUISE. Avoid the booze cruises . They usually can start out festive and end with most of the guests leaning over the side of the boat sick. Not pleasant!

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

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

Louie's Backyard Upscale four star dining with a bar overlooking the ocean. Gourmet dining prepared by chefs who are true culinary artists.
700 Waddell Ave | 305.294.1061 www.louiesbackyard.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

Waterfront Market is a natural organic grocery store and deli. This is Key West's version of Wild Oats and Whole Foods.
201 William St. | 305-296-0778 www.naturalretail.com/htm/wf19.htm

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.
301 Whitehead Street | 304.293-8484 http://www.kellyskeywest.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

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!
www.patdailey.com

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