Things to do in St. Augustine, FL
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Discover St Augustine
Explore the oldest continuously occupied, European-settled city in the United States -- St Augustine -- your own way! St Augustine is rich with culture and history, and there are several ways to experience it. -
St Augustine Ghost Tour
A 75 minute walking tour led by Dion Moore, The American Spinner, will guide you through the historic and haunted streets of the Oldest City to hear ghost stories, tall tales, and legends. You will visit the City Gates, Public Burial Grounds, Tolomato Cemetery, the Old Funeral Parlor, Spanish Street, and end up on top an old burial ground at the St George Inn. -
St Augustine Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour
Sit back as the talented Old Town Trolley conductors share the history, attractions and sights of America's oldest city. Founded by Pedro Menendez de Aviles in 1565, St. Augustine is a unique city filled with colonial Spanish neighborhoods, magnificent buildings and a charm all its own. -
St Johns River Air Boat Safari
This River Safari is among the most exciting fresh water tours that Florida has to offer. Experience the freshwater tributaries along the beautiful and historic St Johns River. -
St. Augustine and Porpoise Point Helicopter Tour
Enjoy the panoramic sites over Porpoise Point aboard a 12 mile guided Helicopter Tour. Soar over intra-coastal waterways and North beach for an unforgettable sightseeing experience.
Family Activities in St. Augustine, FL
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Pirates Adventures
St. Augustine Pirate and Treasure Museum is a pirate artifact museum, formerly located in Key West. With over 800 artifacts in 48 individual exhibition areas. Reportedly the largest, most authentic collection of its kind ever seen, certainly under one roof. The collection includes gold pieces and original blunderbuss retrieved from Queen Anne's Revenge, Blackbeard's warship. Also an authentic Jolly Roger flag, one of only three remaining in the world. Plus, so much more. Consider the Mighty Black Raven Pirate Ship, which offers family-friendly Treasure Hunt Adventures, the adult-oriented Rum Runner experience, as well as rental availability for parties and events. -
St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park
One of Florida's oldest continuously running attractions, the alligator habitat, opened on May 20, 1893. St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park has up to 24 crocodile species in it's habitat, many other varieties of reptiles, birds, and mammals. Daily exhibitions, live performances, and educational experiences. Whether you are a kid and just a kid at heart, you'll love the thrill of seeing so many "dangerous" animals in action in their natural environment. Can you really visit Florida without checking out the alligators and crocodiles? -
The Colonial Quarter
Step back in time and experience history. The Colonial Quarter represents what life was like for hundreds of years in St. Augustine. The city was born of Spanish influence in the 16th century. The quarter is a multi-million dollar renovation of two acres that transports visitors back in time on an immersive, interactive experience as you journey through history on a guided tour. Go through musket drills, climb atop the 17th-century replica watchtower, and enjoy the 18th-century style tavern Bull & Crown or Taberna Del Caballo.
Nightlife & Entertainment in St. Augustine, FL
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Fine Dining
When on vacation, one often likes to try new things, and experience new adventures, and that includes the culinary experiences of a new place. St. Augustine has a robust fine dining menu from romantic dinners to gourmet meals, award-winning restaurants, and 5-star chefs. The Colonial Quarter offers old world meals while St. Augustine's food scene brings seafood, continental cuisine, Mediterranean, French, Latin, and Italian influences to bear on the food scene, all waiting to tempt your palate. Don't be shy, dig in! -
Beer, Wine & Cocktails. Oh My!
Bars, pubs, cocktail lounges, and clubs are in abundance in St. Augustine's historic district and beyond. Whether you like to find a spot you like and stick with it or change it up every night, the choices are there. The Tini Martini Bar offers live music and craft cocktails, all with a veranda view of the bay. Ice Plant Bar offers up locally sourced meals and cocktails. Grab some friends, new or old, get some drinks and see where the night leads. -
Out on the Town
Take an Old Town Trolley Nights of Lights tour. Live theater productions are playing at Limelight Theater. Jazz is in session at Stogies Jazz Club and Listening Room or Cellar Upstairs Wine and Jazz Bar. Check concert listings for the St. Augustine Amphitheater or become the artist at Painting with a Twist. Go to the escape rooms at Escape U as a family or a group. A fun time for couples or families includes Fiesta Falls Mini Golf or bowling at Anastasia Lanes.
This historic Florida destination is perfect for romantic getaways or family-friendly fun. St. Augustine is the oldest European settlement in the U.S. and home to Spanish forts, the country’s oldest schoolhouse, Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park, and plenty of exciting accommodations.
Please note: flight service for St. Augustine vacations is into Jacksonville.