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Sails to Rails Museum Entry Ticket

At the museum, you can explore various highlights, such as informative displays and video presentations on sponging, turtling, fishing, wrecking, and cigar making. Besides, visitors can observe an interpretive model showcasing Fort Jefferson National Park.

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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 the tickets)

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

Start Time: 09:30am to  04:00pm (last entry is 1 hoour prior to the start time)
Duration: Approx. 45 minutes 
Meeting Point: 901 Caroline St. Key West, FL 33040
(Please check the Calendar to know about the availability)

Inclusions

  • Entrance ticket to the Sails to Rail Museum
  • Video presentations on the Overseas Railroad
  • Immersive activities for children and adults
  • View a diorama of Fort Jefferson National Park

Exclusions

  • Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
  • Live Guide

Redemption Info

You can redeem your booking voucher at the attraction booth: 901 Caroline St. Key West, FL 33040 
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.
Ticket/ Voucher is valid to the travel date you choose.

Know Before You Go

Voucher Information: Mobile or Paper Vouchers are accepted
Wheelchair/ Stroller Access: Yes
Hand-Baggage allowed, no big size bag or suitcases are allowed
Service animals allowed.
Nearest Intersection: Margaret St. & Caroline St.
Reservations are NOT required. Tickets can be used on any operating day within 12 months of the purchase date.
Disclaimer: The Service provider / Tour Operator reserves the right to close or cancel certain shows, attractions, entertainments, restaurants, shops or ancillary facilities without notice. There will be no refund provided in that case.
 

Cancellation Policy

  • You must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience to get a complete refund.
  • If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience, you will not be reimbursed.
  • Any modifications made less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience will not be allowed.
  • The cut-off times are determined by the activity/experience's local start time.
  • This activity/experience is weather dependent. If it is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will be given an alternate date or a full refund.

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