Admissions not included.
Your purchase is for 30-day access to our self-guided cell-phone tour. Tickets or entry fees
for museums, historic sites, and other attractions are sold separately.
Short on time or want an easy first pass? This self-guided walk threads Old Town’s best—sunset ritual at Mallory Square, lively streets near Duval, and landmark museums by the harbor. Follow a simple mapped route with optional GPS audio so you can wander, pause for photos or a drink, and still catch the big stories: wreckers and treasure, conch houses and hurricanes, writers and roosters. Start anywhere, take breaks when you like, and finish at the water for sunset. It’s the relaxed way to see Key West without missing the good stuff.
Highlights
Mallory Square — waterfront plaza and nightly sunset celebration, learn how a casual gathering became Key West’s signature ritual and where to catch the best street acts.
Shipwreck Museum — 19th-century salvage museum in a period warehouse, discover how wreckers found fortune, signaled distress, and saved lives off Florida’s reef.
Captain Tony's Saloon — historic bar and former city jail, hear the tale of the hanging tree, famous patrons, and the ghost stories locals still swap.
Shell Warehouse — classic harbor shop for shells and curios, learn why souvenirs shaped Key West’s image and what to look for beyond the tourist kitsch.
Key West Aquarium — Works Progress Administration (WPA) era open-air aquarium, discover which native species thrive around the Keys and how conservation changed displays since the 1930s.
The Oldest House — 1829 conch house with a quiet garden, learn how families weathered storms, built in wood, and kept island traditions alive.
Sloppy Joe's Bar — lively Duval Street landmark, hear why Hemingway’s favorite hangout moved locations overnight and how the party kept going.
Red Barn Theater — intimate playhouse in a former mule barn, discover who turned it into a respected stage and what locals love to see each season.
The Audubon House — restored 1840s merchant home and gardens, learn how a wrecker’s fortune built elegance and why Audubon’s bird art still draws visitors.
The Maritime Museum — treasure and shipwreck history center, discover who found the Atocha’s riches and how maritime archaeology rewrote Key West’s story.
The Custom House — grand red-brick former federal building, learn how politics, art, and money intersected here and what today’s museum reveals.
Saint Pauls Church — historic island parish, hear the story of fires and hurricanes, why stained glass matters here, and the quiet legends locals still tell.
All this, plus additional "hidden gems," expertly brought to life through our virtual guides....with rich, vivid history, local stories, and unmatched knowledge you will not find elsewhere. Even better, no tipping required!
Distance: ~1.6 miles (2.6 km) • Time: Approx 2 hours • Stops: 12+ • Terrain: Mostly flat sidewalks
Shaded area = approximate tour area
What you’ll experience
GPS location tracking — see your current location on the map.
Virtual Tour Guides — Detailed narration at each stop & answers to common questions.
Vast local knowledge — history, legends, and insider spots.
Local weather updates — stay prepared as you explore outdoors.
A “Free Roaming” adventure — start anywhere, wander at your pace.
What exactly unlocks when I buy?
You’ll get the full tour map with hot-air balloon markers (our map pins), our suggested walking path for orientation, detailed stories and site info, narration, and tons of local tips. Your purchase gives you unlimited access for 30 days via a private link. It runs right in your mobile browser — no installs, no storage — just open and go.
How do I start the tour?
Open your private tour link on your phone and tap the compass icon on the map to show where you are. Simply walk to the nearest stop and tap its marker to start the story. Then just visit any other stops you like, in any order, at your own pace.
How does a SmartWalkTour differ from a traditional tour?
It’s your pace, your path. No buses or group schedules. No tour guide tipping. Explore freely with on-map markers, narration, and an optional suggested path for big-picture orientation. Pause for a café, browse a shop, and pick up where you left off anytime — your guide is always in your pocket.
Screenshots from an actual tour. (Key West example)
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Multiple tour stopping points. Start at any one, then tap the hot air balloon for detailed tour guide information.Virtual tour guides share rich stories at every stop, with Q&A and helpful links.Always know the local weather and plan your walk comfortably.Discover more tours nearby—walkable options to keep exploring.Four map styles, live GPS, and a suggested path you can toggle on/off.Helpful information is built in, plus links for even more detail.In app tips, FAQs, Local festivals and events. Maps show a wealth of detail, with public restroom locations.Direct links to attractions for hours, tickets, and more.
