Key West Food Walking Tour: 5 tastings in historic Old Town

The tour sticks to the neighborhoods locals use, not the Duval Street crowds.

A 3-hour food walking tour of Key West's Old Town led by a local guide, visiting five family-run restaurants for Cuban and seafood tastings, Key Lime Pie, and one alcoholic beverage. The group stays under 12 people. You walk 1.2 miles through historic neighborhoods and hidden streets, learning about the city's food and architecture as you eat your way through a hearty lunch.

Step-by-step itinerary

Key West food and cultural walking tour

• Meet at El Siboney, 900 Catherine Street
• Walk off Duval Street into historic neighborhoods
• Visit The Speakeasy Inn & Rum Bar

The experience

Meet at El Siboney on Catherine Street and walk into the neighborhoods where Key West residents actually eat. Your guide leads you past the tourist drag of Duval Street and into the quieter, older parts of town: the places that show you how the city actually works. Between stops you cover about 1.2 miles on foot, moving at a pace that lets you absorb the architecture and the stories without rushing.

Five stops mean five tastings: Cuban dishes, local seafood, and the Key Lime Pie that defines the place. One of those stops is the Speakeasy Inn & Rum Bar, where you get an alcoholic beverage included. Water comes at every stop. The portions add up to a real lunch, not a string of bites. Your guide shares insights about the city's food history and the buildings you're walking past. The kind of detail that makes the streets make sense instead of just looking old.

The group caps at 12 people, which means you're not herding through doorways or waiting for someone to finish their story. Ponchos are provided if rain comes through. Wear comfortable walking shoes. The pavement is uneven in places, and you'll be on your feet for the full three hours. Dietary restrictions can be noted at booking so the restaurants know what to prepare.

What’s included

• Walking tour covering 1.2 miles through Old Town neighborhoods.
• five food tastings at locally-run restaurants.
• one alcoholic beverage at the Speakeasy Inn & Rum Bar.
• water at every stop.
• exclusive in-store coupons.
• live guide in English sharing insights about Key West's food, history and architecture.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 11:00, 12:00 and 15:00

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (5 to 12 years) · Infant (under 5): free

GroupUp to 12 · max 7 per booking

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPets welcomeNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Key West Food Tours

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to eat like a local instead of following the Duval Street restaurants: the guide steers you into the neighborhoods where residents actually go, and the small group of 12 means you move at a pace that lets the stories and the food both land.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 12 years); Infant (under 5): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What kind of food will I taste on this Key West walking tour?

The five stops serve Cuban dishes and local seafood: the food that defines Key West's eating culture. You'll also get Key Lime Pie at one stop and an alcoholic beverage at the Speakeasy Inn & Rum Bar. Water is included at every stop, and the portions total a hearty lunch.

How much walking is involved in the 3-hour tour?

You walk about 1.2 miles total through Key West's Old Town neighborhoods, moving between the five restaurant stops. The pace is steady but not rushed, with time to eat and listen to your guide's stories about the city's history and architecture.

Where do I meet the guide for this Key West food tour?

Meet at El Siboney, located at 900 Catherine Street in Key West's Old Town. That's where the tour begins.

Is this tour suitable for people with mobility concerns?

The tour is wheelchair accessible, and all areas and surfaces you'll visit are wheelchair accessible. However, it involves a moderate amount of walking over 1.2 miles, so consider your comfort level with that distance. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller.

What's included in the price of the food tour?

The tour includes the guided walk, five food tastings, one alcoholic beverage, water at every stop, and exclusive in-store coupons. Gratuities and hotel pickup are not included.