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A Key West Sunset

 

Sunsets over the ocean are enjoyable most anywhere you visit, and that's especially true in Key West where the event becomes a community celebration of sorts.

The best places to see Key West's sunsets are on the Gulf (west) side of the city.  Here there are a variety of restaurants and bars where you can get a waterside spot, and an assortment of cruises that take you into the Gulf.  If you don't want to shell out cash and just want to mingle with a crowd head to the end of Duval Street.  At Mallory Square there's a wide open place to catch Key West's great sunset.  Arrive early (at least an hour before the sun sets) because it's popular and you'll want to get a spot close to the water's edge.

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The activity begins early with many buskers performing for the gathering crowd of tourists and locals.  There's a great variety of entertainment available, from acrobats to musicians to magicians.  We found ourselves near a gentleman who was a very talented singer/guitarist, who serenaded those around us for an hour as the sun dipped toward the horizon.  It was a pleasant mellow scene.



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It's fun to watch the ships silhouetted by the changing colors of the sky.  Of course, a good cover of clouds really "makes" the sunset and the clouds were sparse that day, but it was still beautiful experience.

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After the sunset, the crowd thins and performers pack up to return the next day.  We headed down Duval street to find a place for dinner.

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The experience is relaxing and enjoyable, and when you're on the island is highly recommended,

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