Key West Historic Seaport Food & Walking Tour
Back at the ship by about 11:40 am, 3 h 50 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 2 h 50 min to spare.
Safety margin
- 8:00 amShip docks in Key West20 min to get off the ship and through the terminal
- 8:20 amLeave the pierAbout 10 min to the start point
- 8:30 amEarliest tour startTour runs 3 h. Latest sensible start: 11:20 am.
- 11:30 amTour ends10 min back to the pier
- 11:40 amBack at the gangway3 h 50 min before all aboard
- 3:30 pmAll aboardGangway closes; the ship won't wait for independent tours
Estimates based on the tour's longest published duration, our researched travel times and typical pier queues. Confirm the departure time on the booking page and keep your watch on ship's time.
Our verdict
This tour fits a typical Key West call (8:00 am–3:30 pm). It runs 3 h; ashore by 8:20 am, you can start by 8:30 am and be back at the gangway around 11:40 am — 2 h 50 min to spare on top of a 1 h safety margin.
Rule of thumb: it keeps the safety margin as long as all aboard is 12:40 pm or later. Even a short 7:00 am–2:00 pm call works.
The operator lists a meeting point in town rather than at the pier, but Key West is small: anywhere in the centre is within about 10 min of the ships on foot or by a short taxi ride, so we count 10 min each way.
Among the 350 Key West shore excursions we track, this is about average in length (the median runs 3 h); 85% of them fit a typical call.
Computed from the tour's published duration, the distance from the cruise pier to its start point and the typical Key West call. Adjust your ship's times above to recheck.
About this tour
Discover the flavors of the ocean on this locally guided 3-hour food tour of Key West. Savor maritime history through delicious seafood (or tasty non-seafood options) cuban sandwich & key lime pie tastings. Sample classic ingredients like Key West pink shrimp, Caribbean warm-water lobster, and fresh fish. Sip white wine after walking through the tropical neighborhood streets. This small-group tour is limited to 12 people, and you'll leave with a greater understanding of the industries that shaped our island and culture. Joining a fish lover, but not one yourself? No problem, we’ve got you covered with equally delicious substitutions.
Max 12 per group English
What's included
- Seafood substitutes include pork & beef, if this is a problem, please consider another of our tours.
- Food or drink tastings at 5 locations
- Professionally-trained local guide
- Water is included at most stops
- Walking tour of downtown Key West
- Exclusive coupons & recipes
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- We are unable to accommodate vegetarians/vegans. Only Fish, shellfish, dairy, gluten & nut allergies
Itinerary
- 1Stop 1This is where our tasting adventure begins! Please meet us 15 mins before your tour time to meet your guide and check-in! At Eaton St Seafood Market: After an enlightening and photogenic stroll through a colorful historic neighborhood rich with intriguing stories, we'll end our tour at an art deco era gas-station-turned Seafood Market to view & learn about all our local delicacies up close and to taste crisp peel & eat Key West Pink Shrimp paired with white wine.
- 2Key West Historic SeaportFood tour of Key West's Historic Seaport
- 3Rodriguez Cigar FactoryCome see Kino's sandals and Rodriguez cigar - two family owned and operated businesses that have withstood the decades to deliver authentic Key West souvenirs.
- 4Key WestBagatelle- Seafood Focused American Eatery. Enjoy rich lobster mac and cheese in the upstairs parlor of a transformed historic home-turned- restaurant.
- 5Stop 5We'll stroll through studios inside a local artist collective to have our next tasting of a cuban mix sandwich.
- 6Stop 6Finish your tour with a decadent slice of heaven...our famous Key Lime Pie at an immersive and state of the art cooking demonstration space.
Meeting point and getting there
Start point
Suggested Parking is pay-to-park lot near the meeting point on 201 William St. It is a 1 block walk to the starting point.
Suggested Parking is pay-to-park lot near the meeting point on 201 William St. It is a 1 block walk to the starting point.
From the cruise pier
About 10 min by taxi
Allow 20 min to get off the ship first. Taxi fares and pier details.
Ends at
Good to know
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. If the operator cancels for bad weather, you can rebook or get a full refund.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. (Infants ages 4 and under who are not eating do not require a ticket, however please notify local tour operator how many will be attending)
- Tour is held in all weather conditions (ponchos provided in case of rain)
- Please note: it is recommended you wear sun protection, a hat and sunglasses. Key West is extremely hot and humid.
- Comfortable walking shoes. Moderate amount of walking is involved
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking. Local tour operator can only accommodate shellfish, gluten, & nut allergies. In the special requirements field at check out please note if anyone in your party has a dietary allergy, or is under the age 21
Traveler reviews
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