Duval Street: The Heartbeat of Key West
Duval Street sits at the center of Key West. Stretching from the Gulf of Mexico to the Atlantic Ocean, you'll find museums, art galleries, and restaurants all packed into a single mile. At night, hit one of the famous bars and party like a local, or spend a day at the shops of Mallory Square. The southern end of Duval marks the southernmost point in the continental United States, perfect for a photo op.
Dining
Hop next door from our inn to the Green Parrot Bar, voted the best bar in Key West. As you stroll down Duval Street, you'll find many restaurants and bars, including the original Margaritaville. Make sure you visit Sloppy Joe's, once frequented by Ernest Hemingway and now home to the annual look-alike contest. You'll never go hungry on Duval Street. Be sure to leave room for a slice of Key lime pie.
Restaurants
- Green Parrot Bar: 90 feet
- DJ’s Clam Shack: 0.2 miles
- Margaritaville Restaurant: 0.2 miles
- Rick’s Bar: 0.4 miles
- Sloppy Joe’s Bar: 0.5 miles
- Hog’s Breath Saloon: 0.5 miles
- Blue Heaven: 0.2 miles
- Santiago's Bodega: 0.3 miles
Annual Area Events
There's always something happening on Duval Street. In April we celebrate the Conch Republic's "independence" with a week-long festival of music, food, and more. If you're looking for good food, try June's Key Lime Festival, Lobsterfest in August, and the Goombay Festival each October. Other annual events include motorcycle runs, a sculpture parade, and of course Hemingway Days each July.
- January: Key West Fishing Tournaments
- February: Mile 0 Fest
- March: St. Baldrick’s Block Party
- April: Taste of Key West
- May: Papio Kinetic Sculpture Parade
- June: Key Lime Festival
- July: Mel Fisher Days, Hemingway Days, Schooner Wharf Bar Dock Party
- August: Lobsterfest
- September: Brewfest
- October: Goombay Festival, Fantasy Fest, Zombie Bike Ride
- November: Film Festival, International Sand Art Competition, Super Boat International
- December: Lighted Bike Ride, Nutcracker Key West, Key West House & Gardens Tour, and NYE Drops at Sloppy Joes