Cat Tales and Urinal Fountains: A Family Adventure at Hemingway's Key West Hideaway

On our recent family adventure to the Hemingway House, we learned that visiting the literary giant’s former abode is like stepping into a delightful time warp filled with quirky artifacts and the occasional cat.

Let’s talk logistics first: The Hemingway house is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and you can walk through the halls where Hemingway once penned his masterpieces. As checked September 30, 2026, the museum lists admission at $19 for adults and $7 for children ages 6–12; children 5 and younger enter free. Card and mobile payments carry a 3% fee. Trust me, this is a steal—especially when you consider that it also grants you access to a fountain made from a salvaged urinal from the very same bar Hemingway frequented. Only in Key West, folks!

The tour included a peek inside the author's writing room. I tried to picture myself with a home in Key West and a beautiful space to be creative. I could see it. This room oozes inspiration. It’s filled with memorabilia that makes you feel like the author could pop out to critique your last tweet.

Pro tip: To avoid crowds and sun, visit early or during shoulder seasons like April-May or November-December. Nobody wants to sweat like a sinner in church while pondering the mysteries of life.

The six-toed cats were a big hit with the kids. They were completely enchanted by these fluffy friends. The museum now reports nearly 60 cats on the property, with some descended from Hemingway’s original six-toed cat, Snow White. See the museum’s account of its cats. They laze around like tiny furry monarchs, reminding us that life’s best moments often involve naps and sunbathing.

Visiting Hemingway's house isn't a trip to the past. It's a delightful mix of history, literature, and some absurdity. Here's a friendly reminder: we can admire nature's beauty, but we must also respect it.

So grab your sense of humor, and embark on this delightful journey into the world of Hemingway. Be sure to keep an eye out for those furry six-toed sentinels—they may have a few tales of their own to tell. - Contact us: /about