The house was built on the waterfront of the harbor of Key West. In the beginning of the 20th century, the home was converted into a single family dwelling to house the base commandant.

The house has been host to many distinguished guests. Thomas Edison resided in the house during World War I, while working on depth charge research for the U.S. Navy.

In 1946, Harry Truman began visiting Key West for rest and relaxation and returned for 175 days during his presidency. Quarters A was the Winter White House.

President Dwight Eisenhower used the home while recuperating from a heart attack in 1956. In 1961, the Little White House played host to President John F. Kennedy and British Prime Minister Harold MacMillan during the Bay of Pigs incident. The house remained a living quarters for the commanding officers of the base until Truman Naval Station was closed in 1974. In 1996, President Jimmy Carter and his family, visited the home while on holiday and celebrated New Year's Eve here with family and friends. In April of 2000 the Joint Chiefs of Staff for the U.S., Great Britain, Germany, and France along with their wives had a private dinner at the Little White House.

Our history tellers relate a fascinating & personal glimpse of the most important man of his time.

This beautiful center of learning and beauty is home to 50 to 60 different butterfly species of all colors, shapes, and sizes. In addition to housing one of the best butterfly collections in the country, the Key West Butterfly Conservatory is also home to a variety of colorful birds from around the globe. Stay comfortable while walking through climate-controlled habitats filled with flowering plants, lush vegetation, refreshing waterfalls, and the whisper-like sounds of fluttering wings.

The Key West Butterfly Conservatory's world-class butterfly collection represents butterflies of all varieties that are native to ecosystems spanning the globe. One species inhabiting the glass enclosure has an 11-in wingspan! As guests stroll this secret garden of wonders, they'll learn about the center's captive breeding program that enables curators to actually release some butterflies into their native habitats to help local ecosystems flourish. The butterflies bred by the Key West Butterfly Conservatory help shrubs, trees, and flowers in ecosystems around the planet to flourish! In addition to learning how butterflies are bred, visitors also enjoy rare glimpses into the secret lives of butterflies. Information is provided regarding butterfly anatomy, physiology, habits, diet, and migration patterns. There's even an opportunity to watch caterpillars being nurtured in real time! Finally, the Key West butterfly gift shop offers an assortment of artistic and educational treasures to bring home with you. Don't forget to stop into the Wings of Imagination Butterfly Gallery to discover a stunning collection of unique butterfly-themed items.

The Audubon House and Tropical Garden reflects the history and natural beauty of old Key West. Built by Captain John Geiger, Key West's initial harbor pilot, the American Classic Revival style home provides visitors with a glimpse into the lives of the city's 19th century wealthy elite. It is furnished with elegant American and European antiques that would have been available during the mid-1800s. The Mitchell Wolfson Family Foundation saved the three-story residence when it was scheduled for demolition in 1958. The first restoration effort on the island, the home and gardens are still considered one of the crown jewels of Key West's preservation efforts.

Captain and Mrs. Geiger created a lush one-acre garden filled with tropical foliage. The landscaping served as an inspiration to renowned ornithologist John James Audubon, who visited the gardens in 1832. Audubon used cuttings from the garden as a backdrop for many of his famed works, including 22 new species for his work "Birds of America." The "Geiger Tree" is featured in Audubon's painting of a white-crowned pigeon. There are 28 of his first edition paintings and numerous second edition works on display inside the adjacent Audubon Gallery of Natural History. One of the area's finest gardens, visitors will see a mix of native and exotic plants, including bromeliads and orchids.

The Audubon House and Tropical Gardens of Key West provide an incomparable view of the city's past and the works of the renowned painter and naturalist.

Avoid the crowds as you sail past several of Key West's iconic landmarks, such as the popular Mallory Square Sunset Celebration, while you dine and dance on the Key West Dinner Cruise. The two-hour festival on the water provides an excellent vantage point from which to watch one of the city's legendary sunsets.

Each evening two hours before sunset, the docks closest to Mallory Square host the Sunset Celebration, a multicultural event that attracts people to the water's edge of the Gulf of Mexico. This famous daily festival draws a variety of street performers, food vendors, arts and crafts exhibitors and thousands of tourists from around the world. The 65-foot Gold Coast Yacht separates you from the crowds and provides some of the best seats from which to experience breathtaking unobstructed views of a world-famous Key West sunset.

In addition to the roomy upper deck, passengers enjoy a tropical buffet of Caribbean Roast Pork, Black Beans and Rice, Deep Fried Sweet Plantains, Grilled Marinated Chicken , Marinated in Pineapple & Soy Sauce, Fried Fish with Lemon and Tarter, Shrimp Pasta Salad, Mixed Veggies, Mashed Potatoes and Cuban Bread and Butter. The evening also includes unlimited frozen and mixed drinks, champagne, wine and beer as well as water and soft drinks. After dinner, guests are invited to step out onto the lighted dance floor in the air-conditioned cabin and enjoy the Island Sounds of DJ Maestro.

Create a memorable event for your time in the Conch Republic by making reservations now to get your eTickets for the next Key West Dinner Cruise.

A Glass Bottom Subset Cruise is an exciting eco-tour that combines a unique glimpse into the mesmerizing undersea world surrounding Key West with the opportunity to view one of the Conch Republic's breathtaking sunsets. Feel a temperate ocean breeze as you cruise the tropical waters of the Conch Republic to the only live coral reef in the country. Stay dry as you explore the ethereal undersea world without the gear, stamina or skill required to snorkel or SCUBA dive. The glass bottom provides unobstructed views for all guests.

Witness a colorful assortment of coral formations as well as a wide array of tropical fish and other exotic marine life like sea turtles as they swim past. The captain and crew will share an informative narration about this delicate and biologically diverse ecosystem as well as numerous interesting animals that reside in this enchanting habitat. As the day ends, enjoy complimentary soft drinks and champagne while watching the sun sink slowly into the sea against the dazzling painted sky.

The Fury Catamaran Glass Bottom Boat offers an enclosed, air-conditioned viewing area and outside seating along with a snack bar and restrooms. Passenger comfort is enhanced by the twin-hull design, which reduces the potential of seasickness. The design rocks side-to-side less than conventional V-hull-shaped boats. The vessel provides maximum viewing while minimizing harm to the fragile reef.

After this incredible combination tour, you will understand the magical draw of this tropical island paradise. Make reservations today to obtain an eTicket to experience the incredible views above and below the water.

The largest and most elegant vessel in the Classic Harbor Line fleet, the America 2.0 is modeled after the iconic schooner that won the inaugural America's Cup yacht race. Built in 2011, the vessel features the classic nautical lines of a 19th century schooner coupled with modern amenities. In addition to a lightweight hull, the America 2.0 features composite fiber rigging and 3,600 square feet of sail that propel the schooner across the balmy tropical waters. This fusion of the past with the present creates a unique setting from which to experience one of Key West's renowned sunsets and marine animals frolicking in their serene habitat.

The professional crew of this stylish ship will treat you like royalty as you sit back and relax on the comfortable seats. In addition to a few rounds of complimentary beer, wine, Champagne and soda along with an individually packaged hors d'oeuvres plate, guests are encouraged to bring a picnic basket to create a memorable al fresco dining experience. While you glide across the water, take in the vibrant palette of colors that emerge as the sea engulfs the sun and the stars appear in the heavens. You can sail as part of a group or enjoy a romantic sunset with that special someone on this quintessential Key West voyage.

Make a reservation today and obtain your eTickets for the elegant Champagne Sunset Sail Aboard America 2.0, a luminous jewel of the island's schooner fleet.