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Key West Sails to Rails Museum

Key West Sails to Rails Museum

Key West
Tour ID: 1141
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Highlights

  • Discover the rich history of the Age of Sail in the Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, and Florida Keys
  • Experience the thrill of holding a genuine silver bar retrieved from the Spanish Galleon Nuestra Senora de Atocha
  • Observe a detailed diorama of Fort Jefferson National Park
  • Learn about the fascinating history of the Overseas Railroad through video presentations
  • Engage in interactive, immersive activities that will bring history to life
  • Smartphone Voucher Accepted (No need to print)

Overview

Sails to Rails is a tour that offers visitors an opportunity to delve into the fascinating Age of Sail. The journey takes you through the treacherous waters of the Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, and Florida Keys, spanning from the 1500s to the early 1900s. During this period, Spanish Galleons, pirates, and merchant ships roamed these waters in search of riches. The tour offers visitors a chance to engage in hands-on activities, view a diorama of Fort Jefferson National Park, and even lift an authentic silver bar from the Spanish Galleon Nuestra Senora de Atocha. Additionally, visitors can watch video presentations on the Overseas Railroad, which played a pivotal role in transforming Florida into the state it is today. This is a top-rated attraction in Key West, suitable for visitors of all ages.

Itinerary

Sails to Rails is an exciting tour that takes visitors on a journey through the Age of Sail, which saw tall ships traversing the Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, and Florida Keys from the 1500s to the early 1900s. During this period, these waters were filled with Spanish galleons, pirate ships, and merchant vessels carrying treasures from the New World.
 
At Sails to Rails, visitors can explore this era in-depth by engaging in various activities such as viewing a diorama of Fort Jefferson National Park, lifting a genuine silver bar from the Spanish Galleon Nuestra Senora de Atocha, and enjoying video presentations on the Overseas Railroad. Additionally, there are plenty of hands-on and immersive activities suitable for all ages.
 
The sail power played a significant role in supporting industries such as sponging, turtling, fishing, wrecking, and cigar making, and transporting treasure from Mexico and South America while fighting piracy. However, steam power eventually replaced sail power due to its speed and reliability during the 1820s and 1860s civil war. Yet, sail remained a part of Key West's industrial fabric until 1939 when the last ship was built.
 
Railroads played a crucial role in opening up the frontiers of the United States and Florida, and Henry Flagler, one of the wealthiest men globally from his partnership with John D. Rockefeller in Standard Oil of New Jersey, played a crucial role in establishing the Key West extension, also called "Flagler's Folly." This extension was an engineering marvel and was completed in 1913.
 
Sails to Rails is an excellent way to get a comprehensive overview of the history of Florida Keys and Key West. It is a top attraction in Key West, and visitors of all ages can enjoy it. Besides, they offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee, ensuring an enjoyable experience. So do not wait any longer, book your tickets now!

Schedule

Schedule: Daily from 09:30pm - 4:30pm. (Last entry at 04:00pm)
Duration: Approx. 45 minutes 
Start Location: Tour departs from 901 Caroline St. Key West, FL 33040

Inclusions

  • Admission to the Museum
  • Self-guided tour

Exclusions

  • Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
  • Meals

Redemption Info

Departure Point: 901 Caroline St. Key West, FL 33040. (Please arrive 30 minutes prior to start time)
Mobile and paper vouchers are both accepted.
You will receive a ticket in exchange for your voucher, which you must keep until the expiry date/ tour.
Please check your ticket to know when it expires.
After exchanging your voucher for a ticket, your voucher will no longer be valid.
In loss of voucher/ticket, company is not liable for any refund.
Tickets are valid until end of business day on date of use.
Reservation Notes: Reservations are NOT needed or accepted. Tickets can be used on any operating day within 12 months of the purchase date.

Booth Location: Tour departs from 901 Caroline St. Key West, FL 33040.
Age Requirements: Child ticket is for ages 4-12. Children under 4 are free. 
Parking: Paid parking nearby. 3 paid parking lots adjacent to the museum: The City of Key West Park and Ride, Half Shell Parking Lot & Key West Bight Parking Lot.
Nearest Intersection: Margaret St & Caroline St.

Know Before You Go

Wheelchair/ Stroller Access
Hand-Baggage allowed, no big size bag or suitcases are allowed
Service animals allowed.

Cancellation Policy

No Cancellation Charges up to 24 hours before the chosen travel date. 100% cancellation fee applied within 24 hours of travel date.

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