Ernest Hemingway Tour Key West

The Hemingway Home and Museum

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(21.1K) · Museum in Key West, United States
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Built in 1851, home to Ernest Hemingway 1931-1940, National Historic Landmark, Literary Landmark and recognized by Library of Congress for it's …

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Jan 25, 2025
We did not take a tour guide and maybe should have. There is however lots to pictures in the house with a lot information in each room attached the pictures, so still a fun experience. He had an inte…Full review by rmc1341
Jan 20, 2025
The house and grounds are beautiful. Seeing all the cats is so fun and unique. I am sure the history and stories about the house and Ernest Hemingway himself are fascinating but we only got to hear p…Full review by 536jeanniel
Jan 18, 2025
If you love history, than you will love Hemingway’s House. This is our second time going and learned new things. Highly recommend taking the guided tour.Full review by Gregrob1980
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Residence of Author Ernest Hemingway
The Ernest Hemingway House was the residence of author Ernest Hemingway in Key West, Florida, United States. It is at 907 Whit…
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The Ernest Hemingway Home & Museum in Key West is the former residence of Ernest Hemingway, in which he lived from 1931 to 19…
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The Hemingway Home & Museum was the residence of the renowned author Ernest Hemingway. Hemingway was known both for …
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The Ernest Hemingway House was the residence of American writer Ernest Hemingway in the 1930s. The house is situated on the isla…
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What’s with the cats? Do they live there or are they feral? If you are allergic to cats, is it best to skip this stop?
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The cats are all in the house. I’m allergic but didn’t have any issues!!!
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Can you walk around the outside of the house for free?
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We did walk by before we visited and one can only see a few glimpses, given the wall and all the trees. The writer built the high wall to keep curiosity seekers at bay when he lived …
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We did walk by before we visited and one can only see a few glimpses, given the wall and all the trees. The writer built the high wall to keep curiosity seekers at bay when he lived there and it still works today. But, well worth the fee to visit the museum.
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Are the cats inside and outside? Would someone allergic to cats be advised to avoid this attraction?
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Yes cats are everywhere! They are well behaved and it encouraged not to pet them but if allergic then maybe it’s not a good idea.
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Can u bring cat treats and give them to the cats?
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No, you are asked not to feed them. They are cared for by special staff and vets.
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