Hidden City: Florida Keys: Black Caesar, Bum Farto, Watson

Florida Keys

Marcus explores the pirate Black Caesar, the story of Dutchy Melvin, learns techniques for surviving in the Everglades like killer Edgar Watson, and rides with the Coast Guard to see how drug smugglers are caught.

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Pirates, Killers and Drugs

Marcus dives into 3 crime stories from Key West, FL.

04:59

Will He Shred My Finger?

Marcus learns how to handle an alligator.

02:26

Marcus Hunts For Treasure

Marcus dives with treasure hunters in hopes of finding ...

02:13

Marcus Gets Some Bling

Hunter Sean Fisher gives Marcus a treasure tour.

02:26

Living Off the Land

Wilderness expert Hank Fanin shows Marcus how to find food in ...

02:17

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Restaurant

You might also like: Blue Heaven

This restaurants is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and is perhaps best known for its key lime pie. It serves a variety of dishes including fresh seafood and jerk chicken.

729 Thomas St, Key West, FL 33040

Restaurant

You might also like: Garbo's Grill

This food cart rates well with diners for reasonable prices and great fish tacos and burritos.

603 Greene St, Key West, FL

Restaurant

Hogfish Restaurant

Marcus meets David Sloan to discuss the most infamous pirate, Black Caesar and the best off-the-beaten path restaurant in Key West.

6821 Front St, Stock Island, FL 33040

Restaurant

Sundowners Restaurant

The location of the annual Pirate Fest in Key Largo and where Marcus meets up with actor Scott Desquotte portraying Black Caesar.

103900 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037

Activity

Monroe County Public Library

Marcus meets local historian Tom Hambright to learn about Dutchy Melvin and Edgar Watson.

700 Fleming St, Key West, FL 33040

Activity

Hemingway House

Marcus pays tribute to his favorite author and fellow lover of the sea.

525 Whitehead St, Key West, FL 33040

Activity

Old County Jail

Marcus meets author Terry Schmida at a place where criminals frequent to learn about Bum Farto and Operation Conch.

500 Whitehead St, Key West, FL 33040

Activity

Coopertown Airboats

22700 Southwest 8th St., Miami, FL 33194

Activity

Mel Fisher Treasures Sunset Marina

Sean Fischer gives Marcus a tour of the treasure hunting operations.

5555 College Rd, Key West, FL 33040

Activity

Survival Training

Survivalist Hank Fannin teaches Marcus how to live off the swampy land.

33100 Tamiami Trail East, Ochopee, FL 34141

Activity

Coast Guard Sector Key West

Marcus rides along on the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Key Biscayne to see how they catch drug smugglers.

100 Trumbo Rd, Key West, FL 33040

Activity

Old City Hall Building

Marcus participates in fire rescue training here.

525 Angela St., Key West, FL 33040

Activity

Duvall Street

Home to the thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts who descend here for Bike Week.

Duvall Street

Activity

Mallory Square

The best place to watch the sunset and see street performers.

Whitehead St, Key West, FL 33040

Activity

Key West Fire Station

Craig Martsen and all the guys keeping Key West fire-free.

1600 N. Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040

Activity

Key West Lighthouse

Former police detective, Robert Lastres, describes his old friend Bum Farto.

938 Whitehead St, Key West, FL 33040

Accommodation

You might also like: Eden House

Located in historic old town Key West, the Eden House has amenities such as pool, garden cafe, Wi-Fi and pool. Owned by Mike Eden since 1975, the hotel offers apartment suites to semi-private rooms.

1015 Fleming St, Key West, FL 33040

Accommodation

You might also like: Alexander's Guesthouse

Alexander's is an escape for the soul… comfortable beds, a pool and jacuzzi, delicious breakfasts and complimentary happy hours.

1118 Fleming St, Key West, FL 33040

Accommodation

You might also like: Santa Maria Suites

Located a block from the Atlantic Ocean and Duval Street, the hotel offers 1 and 2 bedroom suites. The suites include kitchens, washer/dryers, 2 TVs and private patio.

1401 Simonton St, Key West, FL 33040

Accommodation

You might also like: Artist House on Fleming

This recently rennovated B&B has several guest rooms and suites. Each room has HD TVs, Wi-Fi and mini-fridges. A complimentary breakfast is included. The house is within walking distance of Duval Street and Old Town Key West.

1016 Fleming St, Key West, FL 33040

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