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The Hemingway Experience

Key West's Bucket List Adventure exploring the island through "Papa's eyes."

Quick Details

  • Public Tours Meets At: The Hemingway Home & Museum gate entrance - 907 Whitehead St. **Tickets must be purchased in advance. Walk-up traffic not accepted.
  • Included: Entrance & guided tour of the Hemingway Home, All Food tastings, 3 alcoholic (or n/a) beverages, water, and server/bartender gratuities are included. Gratuities for your guide are NOT included in public tour tickets, but are always appreciated.
  • Duration: 4 Hours
  • Distance Covered: 1.5 Miles of level pavement. Activity level: Easy
  • Capacity: Tours are typically capped at 12 guests. (Contact us for larger or private groups!)
  • Dietary Restrictions: Select substitutions are available for most food allergies and aversions (please specify when booking).
  • Weather: When it pours, we tour! Ponchos are provided if necessary.
  • Cancellation: Free Cancellation up to 24 hours in advance
  • ADA Acessible: Yes

Adult

Ages 13+ • Tastings + 1 Alcoholic Beverage Included

$ 169

Child (12 and under) Food

$ 99

Child (12 and under) NO Food

Free

Tour Highlights

Tour His Iconic Key West Home

Meet your guide at the entrance of his gorgeous 2 story island home to start the adventure with a guided tour with a house docent. After the tour, roam the garden, pet a 6-toed cat (or 20), and best of all, see the writing office and desk that he wrote numerous best sellers on.

“Papa-Approved” 3-Stop Progressive Dining

Savor 3 hearty food tastings and get liquid inspiration from 3 alcoholic beverages. Generous tastings of Cuban roast pork, black beans, yellow rice, fried plantains, fresh, local Mahi-mahi tacos, and sweet and tangy key lime pie! Absolutely enough food for a hearty lunch.  Drink like Hemingway with a Homemade sangria, a rum punch, and his favorite cocktail the “Papa Doble” rum daiquiri.

Go Behind the Scenes

Listen to the history and origin of the Rodriguez family and their escape from Cuba to Key West to continue their now 3rd generation cigar company.  And get a special presentation at the Hemingway Rum Co.’s Social Club.

Unforgettable Guides

Our knowledgeable and entertaining guides will make you feel like a local, laugh at great stories about Hemingway, & learn fun facts and the rich history of Key West through engaging storytelling.

Exclusive Booklet

Receive coupons, tour walking route map, and team-recommended dining & shopping list. Explore Key West after the tour with confidence.

Tour Locations May Include

The Hemingway Home Museum

Kaya Island Eats

First Flight Restaurant

Rodriguez Cigar

Pilar Distillery’s Social Club

Key Lime Pie Co

As our tour stops are locally owned, we may occasionally replace stops with vendors not listed above, but please rest assured an authentic Key West experience will be maintained!

Tour Overview

Maximize Your Time on the Island with an All-in-One Adventure!

The Hemingway Experience, the company’s exclusive private tour gone public by demand, celebrates Key West’s most infamous author, Ernest “Papa” Hemingway, on a historical journey retracing his steps around Old Town. Our 4-hour guided experience stops at (6) locations, all aiding in telling Hemingway’s story in Key West & Cuba.

Each ticket includes guided entrance into his famed Key West home where you can pet the property’s six-toed cats and see where he wrote many of his most iconic works. Then eat, drink, and explore the island through “Papa’s eyes”, feasting on the Cuban cuisine (and boozy beverages) that he fell in love with while your knowledgeable local guide impresses with interesting stories and amazing fun facts.

The adventure takes you behind the scenes of a 3rd generation family run cigar rolling factory, and into the newly remodeled Social Club at Hemingway Rum Co. for his favorite drink made with his family company’s premium rum. Then finish with a slice of our famous key lime pie!

After the tour, explore Old Town with confidence and take advantage of recommendations on restaurants, attractions, entertainment, and cultural offerings. You’ll also receive a collection of exclusive recipes, ensuring that you can enjoy memories from this tour for many years to come!

What to Bring

Cool, Comfortable Clothing and Shoes

Our groups walk about 1.5 miles during the tour. While the walk is on level sidewalks and streets, we cannot control the weather. Dressing for the heat and humidity can play a large part in your overall comfort during your visit.

Cash / Card for Tips and Souvenirs

Tour guide gratuity is not included in your ticket. If you had a great time, please tip your guide! It is standard in the service industry to tip 10-20 percent the ticket price. Venmo available.

Hat and Sunscreen

Key West is a very hot & humid island, please protect yourself in the sun.

Camera

We promise to supply you with good food and wonderful ambiance to capture many colorful island memories! If visiting during winter, you may even see a manatee!

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Book directly on Keywestfoodtours.com or call our office to get the best price on our tours.

Free Cancellations

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a FULL refund.

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