Ernest Hemingway Estate

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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 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
Jan 17, 2025
Wonderful guided tour and loved the ability to spend as much time as we wanted outside exploring the grounds, gardens and the cats! Tours are very interesting & worth waiting for. We felt watching th… Full review by bluesmama11
Jan 14, 2025
This is just a great "to do" while you're in Key West. Park your car or golf cart somewhere and walk on over as you bop around all day long. Take the guided tour as that's the best way to learn it a… Full review by GinFlynn

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Construction completed:1851

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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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They use some of the admission funds to care for the cats. They are under a vets care and strict diets. The staff probably has a treat they can share with you. Enjoy!
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