Old Town / Duval Street
Key West's famous entertainment and dining strip
Best time
November-April (best weather), October for Fantasy Fest
Currency
USD
Language
English
Mid-range / day
USD 300
Is Key West safe for Black travelers?
Key West scores 2.8/5 (Use caution) on the ROAM BLK safety index for Black travelers. Key West is one of the safest and most welcoming places for all travelers, including Black LGBTQ+ travelers. Very inclusive and progressive. Old Town is completely walkable.
Community welcome
3/5
Police climate
3/5
Discrimination risk
3/5
Black-owned presence
1/5
Why this score: Colorful; accepting; but very limited Black-owned presence
Neighborhoods to Know
Bahama Village
Historic Bahamian and Cuban immigrant community — the Black and Caribbean heart of Key West
Midtown / New Town
Where Key West residents actually live
Must-Visit Places
Bahama Village Historic District
Built by Bahamian immigrants — Petronia Street has the best local restaurants and culture
Key West, Florida
Southernmost Point Buoy
Most photographed landmark in Florida — the line is long but worth it
Key West, Florida
Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park
Civil War fort with the best beach on Key West — also has USCT Black soldier history
Key West, Florida
Louie's Backyard
Iconic oceanfront restaurant — sunset dining at its finest
Key West, Florida
Hemingway Home and Museum
Ernest Hemingway's home with 60 polydactyl cats — an only-in-Key-West experience
Key West, Florida
Fantasy Fest (October)
Ten-day Halloween carnival — extremely popular with LGBTQ+ and Black travelers
Key West, Florida
Visa
No visa required for US citizens
Frequently asked questions
Is Key West safe for Black travelers?
Key West scores 2.8 out of 5 (Use caution) on the ROAM BLK safety index for Black travelers. Key West is one of the safest and most welcoming places for all travelers, including Black LGBTQ+ travelers. Very inclusive and progressive. Old Town is completely walkable.
Which neighborhoods in Key West are good for Black travelers?
Old Town / Duval Street, Bahama Village, Midtown / New Town. Key West's famous entertainment and dining strip
Are there Black-owned businesses in Key West?
Black-owned presence in Key West is limited. ROAM BLK maps Black-owned businesses in the app, added by the community.
When is the best time to visit Key West?
November-April (best weather), October for Fantasy Fest
How much does a day in Key West cost?
Budget: USD 150 · Mid-range: USD 300 · Luxury: USD 600 per day, per ROAM BLK estimates.
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