Key West: Sushi Sunset Cruise & Drinks with Harbor Views

Summary

Sushi sunset cruise in key west with drinks and local stories

You’ll drift past mega-yachts in Key West Harbor, snack on fresh sushi and French desserts as the sun sets over Fort Zachary Taylor, and hear quirky stories from your local guide. With drinks included and plenty of space to stretch out on deck, this sunset cruise feels more like an evening with friends than a typical tour.

What’s the experience like?

“Did you really just eat all the wasabi?” That’s what Mark from Chicago asked me about five minutes into our Key West sushi sunset cruise — and yeah, I did. Not my proudest moment, but honestly, the whole vibe on the Seabreeze makes you relax and do things you wouldn’t at home. We’d barely left Garrison Bight Marina when our guide (I think her name was Jamie?) started pointing out these ridiculous mega-yachts in the Key West Historic District harbor. The air smelled like salt and sunscreen, and someone behind me laughed at a pelican dive-bombing for fish. I kept thinking how different this felt from those packed downtown boat tours — just a handful of us, plenty of space under the bimini or sprawled out on the bow.

I didn’t expect to like the sushi as much as I did. It’s all catered by local restaurants — plus little French desserts that disappeared fast once people realized what they were. The charcuterie board was almost too pretty to touch, but we managed. There’s something about eating fresh rolls and sipping cold Prosecco while you watch Fort Zachary Taylor slide by in the golden light… it hits different, you know? Jamie told us a story about Sunset Key (apparently Oprah used to live there?), which made us all squint at the fancy houses trying to guess which one might’ve been hers. The sun started dipping low and everything went kind of pink-orange for a minute — I still think about that view.

The drinks flowed easy — beer, wine, hard seltzers if that’s your thing. Nobody rushed you or hovered; it felt more like being invited onto someone’s boat than a regular tour. At one point I just sat back listening to water slap against the hull and some old Jimmy Buffett song drifting from someone’s phone. Even the bathroom onboard was nicer than I expected (small victories). By the time we looped past the lighthouse museum, people were swapping stories like old friends. Not sure if it was the Prosecco or just Key West doing its thing.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Key West Sushi Sunset Cruise Experience

• Depart from Garrison Bight Marina
• Relax under bimini or sunbathe on bow
• Enjoy panoramic sunset views
• See historic schooners and mega-yachts
• Pass by waterfront square with restaurants
• View Fort Zachary Taylor state park
• Pass Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Museum
• See Sunset Key residential neighborhood
• Enjoy complementary drinks and sushi
• Return to marina after two-hour cruise

Top questions

Is food included on the Key West sushi sunset cruise?

Yes, hors d'oeuvres including sushi, appetizers, charcuterie, and French desserts are included.

Are drinks provided during the sunset cruise?

Yes, complementary beer, wine, hard seltzers, Prosecco, soda/pop, and bottled water are included.

Where does the Key West sunset cruise depart from?

The cruise departs from Garrison Bight Marina in Key West.

Is there a restroom on board?

Yes, there is a full marine head (bathroom) available onboard for your convenience.

Is this sushi sunset cruise wheelchair accessible?

Yes, transportation options are wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels.

Can infants join this Key West sunset cruise?

Yes, infants can join but must sit on an adult’s lap; prams or strollers are allowed.

What landmarks will we see during the cruise?

You’ll pass by Key West Historic District harbor, Fort Zachary Taylor, Sunset Key island homes, and the Lighthouse Museum.

What’s included

Your evening includes pickup at Garrison Bight Marina before setting sail with a small group; enjoy unlimited complementary beer, wine, hard seltzers or Prosecco alongside soda or bottled water; snack on locally-catered sushi rolls plus appetizers like charcuterie boards and French desserts; relax knowing there’s a restroom onboard; friendly crew shares stories as you pass iconic sights before returning after sunset.