Explore Key West
Key West Cemetery
Type: Historic Sites, Sightseeing
10Best Says
Nowhere is Key West's lively spirit more evident than in the city's cemetery. Cheeky epitaphs like "I Told You I Was Sick" and "At Least I Know Where He's Sleeping Tonight" cover the gravestones. The... Read More
Nowhere is Key West's lively spirit more evident than in the city's cemetery. Cheeky epitaphs like "I Told You I Was Sick" and "At Least I Know Where He's Sleeping Tonight" cover the gravestones. The tombs are stacked above ground since the rocky soil made digging down impossible. Explore and see what you uncover. The main entrance offers a map that details some of the more interesting plots, and an unusual amount of the tombstones detail information about the deceased life. Go early in the morning or you'll be facing the scorching southern sun "dead on" in the afternoon. Online brochures are also available for those interested in planning ahead. Avoid at night.
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Hours:
- Summer: Daily 7am-7pm
- Winter: Daily 7am-6pm
Admissions:
- Free
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Claudia Miller
Key West Local Expert
- Free Things to Do: "Grave-rubbing normally makes for great souvenirs, but it is a hefty $500 fine in Key West."
- Best Attractions & Activities: "Download and print the map and self-guided tour before you leave home."
- Best for Free Things to Do, Best Attractions & Activities Because: Headstones dating back to the 1800s showcase Key West's melting pot of cultures and quirky residents with downright lighthearted epitaphs.
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Amber Nolan
Travel Expert
- Historic Sites: "Grab-rubbing normally makes for great souvenirs, but it is a hefty $500 fine in Key West."
- Best for Historic Sites Because: Numerous stones date back to the 1800s and showcase Key West's melting pot of cultures and quirky residents.
