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Photo courtesy of Amber Nolan
The Southernmost Point
Type: Free Attractions, Historic Sites
10Best Says
Although it's technically not the furthest location in the US (the patch of land nearby is) the colorful, red and yellow cement buoy located on the corner of South Street and Whitehead Street marks... Read More
Although it's technically not the furthest location in the US (the patch of land nearby is) the colorful, red and yellow cement buoy located on the corner of South Street and Whitehead Street marks the Southernmost point in the continental US. The monument (which is an old sewer junction) was erected in 1983 and is now one of the most photographed parts of Key West. The marker proudly states that Cuba is just 90 miles away. The crowds get busy during the day, so expect a wait in order to snap a photo (or go early to avoid the lines of tourists). Plus, sunrise and sunset shots here add an extra flair to your photos.
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EXPERT TIPS BY:
Claudia Miller
Key West Local Expert
- Free Things to Do: "Expect a long line of visitors waiting to snap pics of this iconic landmark. Go early to avoid the crowd."
- Best for Free Things to Do Because: Taking a selfie in front of the Southernmost Point Buoy is a must-do when playing tourist in Key West.
