Key West Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Open Bar (Adults Only)
This is a sunset cruise for people who actually care what's in their glass. Hospitality pros shake fresh, made-to-order cocktails, pour California wines and serve South Florida craft beer, with no limits, for two hours aboard a 47-foot catamaran. It's 18+ only, and there's free parking at the dock.
About this experience
- Duration: 2 hours
- E-ticket · Sent by email
- Group size: Up to 15 guests
- Runs daily · One departure a day, between 5:00 PM and 7:15 PM depending on the season
Highlights
- Drink cocktails made from scratch with fresh, natural ingredients, never pre-mixed or topped with lemon-lime soda
- Try one of three rotating craft cocktails, which change each day of the week, so no two evenings pour the same
- Sample a full menu of house specialty cocktails, plus California wines and local South Florida craft beers
- Settle in with island music on a high-quality sound system and mood lighting that comes on as the sky darkens
- Capture the evening with a professional photographer-guide on board
- Enjoy a calm, adults-only crowd (18+), plus free parking right beside the boat
Full description
Most open-bar sunset cruises in Key West run on bottom-shelf rum, sour mix from a jug and a soda gun. This one is run by bartenders and hospitality professionals who treat the bar as the main attraction. If you've ever been let down by a syrupy "margarita" on a party boat, this cruise is the answer.
Every cocktail is built to order with fresh juices and natural ingredients, mixed with care and served properly. The menu has two parts:
House specialty cocktails, a core lineup of well-made favorites that's always available
Three craft cocktails of the day, which rotate through the week, so a Tuesday sail pours differently from a Saturday one
If you'd rather skip the cocktails, there's a curated selection of California wines with an informal tasting, plus a rotating lineup of South Florida craft beers from breweries between Miami and the Keys. Soft drinks and bottled water are always available.
The cruise runs on a roomy 47-foot catamaran. It's stable enough that you won't spill your drink, and intimate enough that the crew learns your name and your order. Island-style music plays through a modern sound system, set to suit conversation rather than drown it out. After sunset, accent lighting comes on and the deck takes on a lounge feel for the cruise home. A crew member doubles as a professional photographer, catching candid moments and sunset shots, and keeps up a running commentary on the coastline as you sail.
The catamaran sails along the island's coast as the sun drops toward the water, with the bar staying open from start to finish. Expect long golden light, the classic Keys color show at sunset, and a slow, cocktail-in-hand cruise back to the dock under the first stars.
This cruise suits couples on a date night, friends celebrating a birthday or bachelorette weekend, food-and-drink travelers, and anyone who wants a polished, grown-up alternative to the big party boats.
Included
- Two-hour sunset cruise aboard a 47-ft catamaran
- Unlimited handcrafted cocktails, including house specialties and three daily rotating creations (21+)
- Unlimited California wine with an informal tasting (21+)
- Unlimited South Florida craft beer (21+)
- Soft drinks and bottled water
- Island music on a premium sound system, with evening deck lighting
- Running commentary from the crew
- Professional photographer-guide
- Free parking at the dock
Not included
- $10 per person fuel surcharge
- Gratuities for the bartenders and crew
- Food (bring your own if you like)
- Hotel transfers
Meeting point
711 Eisenhower Dr, Slip 7, Key West, FL 33040. Board at slip #7 in the marina on Palm Avenue, the stretch between North Roosevelt Boulevard and Eisenhower Drive on the north side of the island. The boat is moored beside a Thai restaurant, which makes it easy to spot.
View on Google Maps (opens in a new tab)Important information
- Parking at the marina is free, which is rare in Key West. Check-in times change through the year, so phone the operator after booking to confirm yours and complete your reservation.
- Adults only. The minimum age to board is 18. Guests 18 to 20 can come along, but they'll be served soft drinks and water only.
- Bring a photo ID. It's required for any alcohol, since the drinking age is 21.
- Call ahead. Confirm your check-in time with the operator directly. It isn't fixed and changes with the sunset.
- Expect a fuel surcharge. It's $10 per person, on top of your ticket price.
- Eat something first, or bring it along. No food is served on board. A cheese plate, sandwiches or something hearty will help you enjoy the full cocktail menu.
- Ask about the daily specials. Ask what the three daily craft cocktails are when you board, since they won't be on tomorrow's menu.
- Pace yourself. Two hours of well-made drinks is a lot. Sip slowly and alternate with water.
- Get home safely. The marina is outside Old Town, so book a cab or rideshare back rather than driving after the open bar.
- Bring a layer. The breeze off the water can feel cool after sunset, especially in winter.
- Accessibility: the catamaran isn't wheelchair accessible.
What's allowed
- Adults 18 and over
- Your own snacks or a packed dinner
- Phones and cameras
- A light jacket for the ride back
Not allowed
- Anyone under 18
- Alcohol service to guests under 21
- Wheelchairs (the catamaran isn't wheelchair accessible)
Cancellation policy
With Ticket Assurance, Cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled cruise. Without Ticket Assurance, Cancellation up to 48 hours in advance. To cancel, visit Manage Booking or Contact Support.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum age?
This is an adults-only cruise. The minimum age to board is 18, but guests 18 to 20 are served soft drinks and water only.
Is there a fuel surcharge?
Yes, a fuel surcharge of $10 per person is added on top of the ticket price.
Where do I park, and how do I get home?
Parking at the marina is free. The marina is outside Old Town, so book a cab or rideshare back rather than driving after the open bar.
