Primera clasificación Atractivos en Cayo Hueso

The museum is located in a 10-room historic mansion that was built way back in the year 1886. The house got its name from the alley, in the back, where donkeys used to haul milk delivery carts in the past. The house has maintained its 19th century decor, and belonged to a U.S. Marshal Peter Williams and his family for over 120 years. The house features Spanish floors, Italian decorated ceilings and on display are period antiques and furnishings, which include Bokhara and Kazak rugs, Royal Doulton and Wedgewood China collectibles. Over the years the museum has received several awards, and as featured in many documentaries and travel based television programs.

Known as the "unfinished road to Cuba" by the locals, this place is a favorite for those who like to stroll with their pets. White Street Pier gives you a grand view of the sunset and allows you to soak up the beautiful play of light and shadows that the setting sun creates. With its location and its panoramic views, it's no surprise that the area has been depicted in several photographs and paintings by renowned and local artists. It's also the venue for Independence Day celebrations that are conducted by the government. When the celebrations are ongoing the pier and surrounding areas are closed to street traffic. White Street Pier is also the location of some of the street fairs and carnivals like the Rooster Festival.

Opera star Enrico Caruso sang here. Cuban patriot Jose Marti delivered speeches from the balcony. Blessed with a stirring past, this handsome building has a new role as home to a research library and museum chronicling the island's Cuban ties. You'll find exhibits that detail the history of Key West and the contributions of 19th and 20th century Cuban exiles. San Carlos Institute is an affiliate to the Smithsonian Institution and was founded in 1871 to preserve Cuban culture and promote the freedom of Cuba.

Truman Annex is a famous place that houses the winter White House of President Harry S. Truman. Yes! the same president who lead the US decisions during the Second World War and ended up storming Hiroshima and Nagasaki with the deadly atom bomb. Truman Annex was named after the president. Truman Annex is located near the Lower Keys area in Key West, Florida, which now enjoys a celebrated residential development for a comfy living.

First built in 1839, the St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, has been relocated even rebuilt several times over the years. Though initially built of coral rock, and followed by wood, the building was damaged time and again due to hurricanes and even a fire. The current building, built of concrete and having undergone major restoration since its construction and relocation in 1914, stands tall today and features whitewashed walls and an impressive entrance door. Services are held regularly and the church is open to visitors everyday.

If you're interested in local history or want to see odd island sites, include a visit to Oldest House Museum & Garden on your itinerary. Designed by a ship's carpenter and built around 1829, this one-and-a-half-story house has unusual architectural features, including portholes and a detached kitchen building. The house also features antique cooking utensils and antique appliances such as a beehive oven. You could also attend one of the many interesting festivals and activities that are held here regularly. Check website for further details.