Are there any beaches within walking distance of the cruise dock?

[vmbaskets]

Are there any beaches within walking distance of the cruise dock?

[bhopal21]

First I would like to tell you that the keys are not known for their beaches as all are man-made with hauled in sand and can be quite rocky.

 

With that being said I would suggest Fort Zachary Taylor which is about a 20min walk from where you will be deposited post cruise.

 

It is an easy walk up Whitehead St to Southard turn right and that will carry you to Fort Zach.

 

Mike:)

[Keith1010]

Within just a couple of minute walk from the pier is a beach.

 

Keith

[bouhunter]

First I would like to tell you that the keys are not known for their beaches as all are man-made with hauled in sand and can be quite rocky.

 

 

Mike:)

 

I agree. I'd tell most people not to bother with beaches at KW and enjoy the history and sights there instead, especially if their other cruise stops have better beaches. Which is likely.

[Duddy]

We were just in KW for a few days last week. Not a cruise ship stop, just a vacation. We walked to Zachary Taylor and went to the beach. Admission was only $2.50 each as a walker. I think it was $5 per car or $5 per person per car, I can't remember.

 

The beach was nice and the snack bar was great. However, as Mike stated, KW is surprisingly not known for the beaches and they are rockey. Clean water but you just can run out there and dive in. Not sure about the other beaches. ZT is a bit of a walk so the $10 cab going back to our cottage was well worth it.

 

We decided to do other things including the Fury island jet ski tour. Wonderful tour guides. Clear and warm water. Worth every penny!

 

~Bob~

[griffy116]

First I would like to tell you that the keys are not known for their beaches as all are man-made with hauled in sand and can be quite rocky.

 

With that being said I would suggest Fort Zachary Taylor which is about a 20min walk from where you will be deposited post cruise.

 

It is an easy walk up Whitehead St to Southard turn right and that will carry you to Fort Zach.

 

Mike:)

 

 

I would also echo Mike's post. My Grandson was born in Key West and I've spent lots of time thee. It's not a beachy location...but it's like no where else!!!

[Hlitner]

We love Key West and we love beaches. But when in Key West we do not waste our time at those places they call beaches (NOT).

 

Hank

[Eileen G]

Here is a picture of the beach at Fort Zachary Taylor.

 

[jarrettdad]

Is transportation easily available in that area?

 

Does it have food, umbrellas, chair rentals?

[bhopal21]

Is transportation easily available in that area?

 

Does it have food, umbrellas, chair rentals?

 

Yes, just call Five Sixes Taxi 305-296-6666

 

And Fort Zachary Taylor has all of the above.

 

Mike:)

[jarrettdad]

Yes, just call Five Sixes Taxi 305-296-6666

 

And Fort Zachary Taylor has all of the above.

 

Mike:)

 

Thanks, we were just thinking about going there after a short tour around town.

[cruise_crazy68]

What about the beach by Southern Most Point I think it is called South Beach? Anyone been there recently?

[threeofus]

The South Beach is a small but clean and pretty beach. You can rent chairs and umbrellas and there is a cafe with food and a full bar.

[cruise_crazy68]

The South Beach is a small but clean and pretty beach. You can rent chairs and umbrellas and there is a cafe with food and a full bar.

 

Thank you!!