Key West: Truman Little White House Tour & Admission

Summary

Walk through presidential history in Key West’s iconic house

You’ll step inside Harry S Truman’s quirky Key West retreat with a local guide who brings presidential stories to life. See where world leaders met, spot Edison’s workshop touches, and walk creaky floors once paced by presidents—all included with your admission. Expect laughter, small surprises, and a sense of real history you can almost touch.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed at the Harry S. Truman Little White House was how the air felt heavier—like old wood and salt, maybe a trace of cigar smoke caught in the porch screens. Our guide, Mike, waved us inside with a smile that made me think he’d told these stories a hundred times but still liked them. The floorboards creaked under my sneakers as he pointed out where Truman used to play poker (apparently, he was terrible at bluffing—Mike said Bess always knew).

I didn’t expect to laugh so much on a history tour. There’s this photo in the hallway—Truman grinning over a slice of Key lime pie—and Mike joked that dessert diplomacy was real policy here. We heard about Thomas Edison tinkering during WWII and Eisenhower pacing the garden paths after surgery. It’s weirdly grounding to stand in rooms where presidents argued and relaxed and probably spilled coffee on those same tables. The main keyword for this place is definitely “Harry S Truman Little White House,” but it just feels like someone’s quirky old home, not some stiff museum.

The light slants differently through those windows—maybe it’s just Florida sun or maybe it’s all the stories baked into these walls. I kept thinking about how close we were to the water, how you could almost hear distant Navy horns if you listened hard enough. We ended up lingering outside longer than planned, just trying to picture what those evenings must’ve been like when Truman sat out here, sweating through his shirt like the rest of us. Honestly, I still think about that porch swing sometimes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Tour Harry S. Truman Little White House

• Arrive at Little White House
• Join guided tour of the house
• Learn history from informative guides
• Discover stories about Truman and guests

Top questions

Is the Harry S Truman Little White House wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible throughout the property.

Are service animals allowed on this tour?

Yes, service animals are permitted at the Harry S Truman Little White House.

Does admission include a guided tour?

Yes, your ticket includes both admission and a guided tour of the house.

How do I get to the Little White House using public transportation?

Public transportation options are available nearby for easy access.

Is this tour suitable for all fitness levels?

Yes, visitors of all physical fitness levels can enjoy this experience.

What’s included

Your day includes admission tickets and a guided tour led by knowledgeable locals; you’ll hear stories from inside presidential rooms and have time to wander at your own pace afterward.