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What Bourbon Street is to New Orleans, Duval Street is toKey West.

It’s a must-do for any visitor.

Whether you’re in the market for a mini buoy modeled off of the Southernmost Point, or a slightly offensive, only-in-Key-West statement T-shirt, there are plenty of souvenir shops that line Duval Street. Or check out one of the elegant local boutiques lik

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And in between, you’ll find enough to keep you busy for a weekend.

Start with our suggestions here and build your own Duval Street itinerary.

Embark On The Ultimate Bar Crawl

They don’t call it the Duval Crawl for nothing.

They don’t call it the Duval Crawl for nothing. Start at one of the more infamous watering holes like Sloppy Joe’s, Captain Tony’s Saloon, or the Key West First Legal Rum Distillery. Order a cold drink, listen to a little live music, and then stroll over

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Run With The Bulls

No this isn’t Pamplona, it’s Key West.

The Pulitzer Prize-winning author lived and wrote in Key West throughout most of the 1930s.

(The local ghost hunters say even theHard Rock Cafeis haunted!)

No this isn’t Pamplona, it’s Key West. Every summer Ernest Hemingway look-alikes ride a manmade bull on wheels in a parade during the annual Hemingway Days festival. The Pulitzer Prize-winning author lived and wrote in Key West throughout most of the 1930

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Explore the city by night and hear these spooky tales withGhosts & Gravestones Key West.

But the atmosphere gets extra festive during the annual 10-dayFantasy Fest, held every October.

More than 50,000 costumed revelers descend to Duval Street for a flamboyant parade and party.

More: Best Coastal Ghost Tours If you’re into the paranormal, then you’ve come to the right place. Key West is home to its fair share of ghoulish haunts like the town’s oldest graveyard, historic Victorian mansions and more. The local ghost hunters say e

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To spend the night in one of these historic homes, book a room at theMansion on the Sea.

Start at theSouthernmost Pointand then ride up the strip all the way to Mallory Square on the north end.

You’ll find plenty of places to stop along the way.

Join the crowds at Mallory Square for a nightly sunset celebration. As the sun sinks into the sea, you’ll find acrobats, guitarists, sword swallowers and entertainers like Will Soto performing his juggling high wire act.

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VisitBlue Sky Rentals,Fury Key West Bike Rentals, orWe Cycleto reserve a ride.

On Duval Street, talented divas perform nightly shows atAquaPlex Bar and NightclubandLa Te Da.

Browse through island-inspired collections at places like thePeter Lik Galleryat 519 Duval Street.

It’s completely acceptable to wear costumes year-round in Key West. But the atmosphere gets extra festive during the annual 10-day Fantasy Fest every October. More than 50,000 costumed revelers descend to Duval Street for a flamboyant parade and party.

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Equal parts sweet and tart, it’s a must-try atKermit’s Key West Key Lime Shoppeon Duval Street.

Or head over to the Southernmost Point to snap a tourist-style selfie.

Unlike on Bourbon Street, visitors to Duval Street are not allowed to carry open containers.

Near the end of the 19th century, wealthy business owners began constructing pastel-colored Victorian mansions that many today describe as Key West-style architecture. Spend the night in one of these historic homes and book a room at the Southernmost Hous

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Renting bicycles and cruising down Duval is a great way to explore the entire stretch from end to end. Start at the Southernmost Point and then ride up the strip all the way to Mallory Square on the north end. You’ll find plenty of places to stop along th

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Home to an active and fun-loving LGBTQ community, Key West is a great place to check out a drag queen show or two. On Duval Street, talented divas perform nightly shows at Aqua Nightclub, La Te Da, and 801 Bourbon Bar.

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Because of its colorful history and tropical landscape, Key West has attracted international artists from around the world for years. Browse through island-inspired collections at places like the Peter Lik Gallery at 519 Duval Street.

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Did you know that around 40 six-toed cats live at the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum? Legend has it that the writer was given a white six-toed cat by a ship’s captain and the legacy lives on. At the home, you can also go on one of the daily tours to lea

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Key lime pie is the signature dessert of the quirky island. Equal parts sweet and tart, it’s a must-try at Kermit’s Key West Key Lime Shoppe on Duval Street.

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Perfect for families (kids 12 and under ride free!), the 90-minute Conch Train Tour has been introducing visitors to the unique aspects of Key West since the 1950s. The tour departs from the Front Street Depot, makes a loop through Old Town Key West, and

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While it’s now the restored façade of a convenience store, The Strand Theater was a popular place for live shows in the 1920s, and it’s the perfect backdrop for a unique photo. Or head over to the Southernmost Point to snap a tourist-style selfie. Be on t

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Cuban Coffee Queen

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