Vilano Beach/Saint Augustine Guidebook
Neighborhoods
For more than two centuries, Vilano Beach has been the beach that locals go to. It’s a choice spot located just north of downtown St. Augustine's historic district, on the north side of the Matanzas Inlet. Popular for its casual atmosphere, quiet ambiance, and natural surroundings, the town of Vilano Beach is a charming surprise, with its tiled fountains and retro Art Deco look.
The main access area to the beach is located right on the Atlantic, at 2725 Anahma Drive. The beach area continues around the southern end of Vilano Beach to Porpoise Point, a favorite place for fishing and launching jet skis. Visitors can enjoy both sunrises and sunsets from this area. The beach has a steep drop-off, heavier surf, and a strong current due to its location near the inlet, which makes it ideal for surfing (when the tide is coming in) and skimboarding.
Facilities available at Vilano Beach:
Off-beach parking
Limited on-beach driving (for a fee from March to September)
Restrooms
Showers
Pavilion (rentals available by calling 904-209-0331)
Picnic tables
Lifeguards staffed seasonally
Minimal vehicle beach access is offered at Porpoise Point access ramp. Vehicle access in Vilano Beach is restricted to four-wheel-drive vehicles, and may be unavailable on occasion depending on the condition of the sand. A nominal access fee is charged from March 1 through Labor Day to drive on the beach. Visit here for more information. Rules for driving on the beach are clearly posted and are strictly enforced for the safety of beach goers.
Are dogs allowed on Vilano Beach?
Yes, you may bring your dog to Vilano Beach. Keep your pet leashed at all times and be sure to pick up after your furry friend. Please observe all posted rules and regulations regarding beach use as well.
The Vilano Beach Pier is located nearby on the river side of the Matanzas inlet, and it is one of the best vantage points to watch the sunset over downtown St. Augustine. Enjoy dinner and a drink or just a drink at Beaches Restaurant and bar while enjoying that sunset. There are also floating tikis available at Cruisin Tikis upon request (book 24-48 hours ahead of time)
Outdoor Dining Options in Vilano Beach
Some of the best local restaurants on the Northeast Coast are located in Vilano Beach. Cap’s on the Water, The Reef, Aunt Kate’s, Kingfish Grill, Puccinni’s Pizza and Beaches all have something in common. They offer outdoor seating and waterfront views, the freshest seafood and Old Florida favorites such as shrimp and grits, Minorcan Clam Chowder, succulent shrimp, and flavorful farm-to-table fare. All served up by friendly locals. Live music is available at all of these venues on select nights. Call for details.
Fishing in Vilano Beach
Choose from surf fishing, fishing from the pier, or launch your boat from the ramp. Boaters can tie up at the marina, the pier, or at one of many local restaurants with docks for guests to disembark and take a break from the waves.
Boat Tours
Red Boat Water Tours delivers stunning views of St. Augustine and Matanzas Bay from the water. Choose from a Sunset Tours or a Dolphin Odyssey. Florida Water Tours will take you on an eco-tour, where a knowledgeable guide will point out dolphins, fish, birds, and share information about different species. Jump on a floating tiki at Cruisin tikis from the Vilano Beach marian located at beaches restaurant.
Groceries:
Publix groceries and liquor store can cover all of your food and drink needs if you want to cook at home or make your own beverages.
Exercise:
Run the Vilano Beach bridge (1 mile each way). There is a concrete safety barrier to protect pedestrians. Once you cross to the west side of the bridge there are sidewalks to safely job into the historic district.
Vilano Beach Special Events
Check out the Air Stream park Saturdays and discover art and foods from local vendors. In August, the Florida Skimboarding Pro/Am Tournament is held in Vilano Beach. These athletes defy gravity as they skip from the shoreline to the skyline propelled from the waves.
Guana State Park: Beautiful trails with pine and oak trees. Well-traveled so it's safe. over 9 miles of trails for hiking or biking.
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VILANO BEACH
For more than two centuries, Vilano Beach has been the beach that locals go to. It’s a choice spot located just north of downtown St. Augustine's historic district, on the north side of the Matanzas Inlet. Popular for its casual atmosphere, quiet ambiance, and natural surroundings, the town of Vilano Beach is a charming surprise, with its tiled fountains and retro Art Deco look.
The main access area to the beach is located right on the Atlantic, at 2725 Anahma Drive. The beach area continues around the southern end of Vilano Beach to Porpoise Point, a favorite place for fishing and launching jet skis. Visitors can enjoy both sunrises and sunsets from this area. The beach has a steep drop-off, heavier surf, and a strong current due to its location near the inlet, which makes it ideal for surfing (when the tide is coming in) and skimboarding.
Facilities available at Vilano Beach:
Off-beach parking
Limited on-beach driving (for a fee from March to September)
Restrooms
Showers
Pavilion (rentals available by calling 904-209-0331)
Picnic tables
Lifeguards staffed seasonally
Minimal vehicle beach access is offered at Porpoise Point access ramp. Vehicle access in Vilano Beach is restricted to four-wheel-drive vehicles, and may be unavailable on occasion depending on the condition of the sand. A nominal access fee is charged from March 1 through Labor Day to drive on the beach. Visit here for more information. Rules for driving on the beach are clearly posted and are strictly enforced for the safety of beach goers.
Are dogs allowed on Vilano Beach?
Yes, you may bring your dog to Vilano Beach. Keep your pet leashed at all times and be sure to pick up after your furry friend. Please observe all posted rules and regulations regarding beach use as well.
The Vilano Beach Pier is located nearby on the river side of the Matanzas inlet, and it is one of the best vantage points to watch the sunset over downtown St. Augustine. Enjoy dinner and a drink or just a drink at Beaches Restaurant and bar while enjoying that sunset. There are also floating tikis available at Cruisin Tikis upon request (book 24-48 hours ahead of time)
Outdoor Dining Options in Vilano Beach
Some of the best local restaurants on the Northeast Coast are located in Vilano Beach. Cap’s on the Water, The Reef, Aunt Kate’s, Kingfish Grill, Puccinni’s Pizza and Beaches all have something in common. They offer outdoor seating and waterfront views, the freshest seafood and Old Florida favorites such as shrimp and grits, Minorcan Clam Chowder, succulent shrimp, and flavorful farm-to-table fare. All served up by friendly locals. Live music is available at all of these venues on select nights. Call for details.
Fishing in Vilano Beach
Choose from surf fishing, fishing from the pier, or launch your boat from the ramp. Boaters can tie up at the marina, the pier, or at one of many local restaurants with docks for guests to disembark and take a break from the waves.
Boat Tours
Red Boat Water Tours delivers stunning views of St. Augustine and Matanzas Bay from the water. Choose from a Sunset Tours or a Dolphin Odyssey. Florida Water Tours will take you on an eco-tour, where a knowledgeable guide will point out dolphins, fish, birds, and share information about different species. Jump on a floating tiki at Cruisin tikis from the Vilano Beach marian located at beaches restaurant.
Groceries:
Publix groceries and liquor store can cover all of your food and drink needs if you want to cook at home or make your own beverages.
Exercise:
Run the Vilano Beach bridge (1 mile each way). There is a concrete safety barrier to protect pedestrians. Once you cross to the west side of the bridge there are sidewalks to safely job into the historic district.
Vilano Beach Special Events
Check out the Air Stream park Saturdays and discover art and foods from local vendors. In August, the Florida Skimboarding Pro/Am Tournament is held in Vilano Beach. These athletes defy gravity as they skip from the shoreline to the skyline propelled from the waves.
Guana State Park: Beautiful trails with pine and oak trees. Well-traveled so it's safe. over 9 miles of trails for hiking or biking.
Take this self guided tour for beginners:
Park at the Visitors Parking Center on Castillo Drive
Walk to the Castillo Fort
Enter through the City Gates
Stroll down Saint George Street
Read the Minorcan memorial inside the garden of the Cathedral Basilica (see if you can spot any of these names around town)
Pass by the Governors House and Plaza de la Constitucion
View the koi pond inside the Lightner Museum's garden and throw a coin into the fountain
Head toward the Bridge of Lions
Turn North and walk along the Bay front
Arrive back at the Parking Garage
Want a more specific tour, try one of these:
Brew Tour: park at the paid parking lot next to the Barley Republic and go in this order:
1 Barley Republic
2 Mill Top Tavern
3 Prohibition Kitchen
4 Ancient City Brewing Taproom
5 Chatsworth Pub and Tea Room
6 Dog Rose Brewery
Church Tour
1 Mission of Nombre de Dios
2 Great Cross
3 Cathedral Basilica
4 Saint Benedicts Catholic Church
5 Memorial Presbyterian Church
6 Grace Methodist Church
Museum Tours (My recommendations)
Villa Zorayda Museum
Lightner Museum
Spanish Military Museum
Medieval Torture Museum
Pirate Museum
St Augustine History Museum
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Old Town
Take this self guided tour for beginners:
Park at the Visitors Parking Center on Castillo Drive
Walk to the Castillo Fort
Enter through the City Gates
Stroll down Saint George Street
Read the Minorcan memorial inside the garden of the Cathedral Basilica (see if you can spot any of these names around town)
Pass by the Governors House and Plaza de la Constitucion
View the koi pond inside the Lightner Museum's garden and throw a coin into the fountain
Head toward the Bridge of Lions
Turn North and walk along the Bay front
Arrive back at the Parking Garage
Want a more specific tour, try one of these:
Brew Tour: park at the paid parking lot next to the Barley Republic and go in this order:
1 Barley Republic
2 Mill Top Tavern
3 Prohibition Kitchen
4 Ancient City Brewing Taproom
5 Chatsworth Pub and Tea Room
6 Dog Rose Brewery
Church Tour
1 Mission of Nombre de Dios
2 Great Cross
3 Cathedral Basilica
4 Saint Benedicts Catholic Church
5 Memorial Presbyterian Church
6 Grace Methodist Church
Museum Tours (My recommendations)
Villa Zorayda Museum
Lightner Museum
Spanish Military Museum
Medieval Torture Museum
Pirate Museum
St Augustine History Museum
St. Augustine is a stunningly beautiful town divided by an Intracoastal Waterway. On one side of the Intracoastal is “The Mainland,” where historic downtown overlooks the bay. Cross over one of its three bridges to find a long, skinny sandbar of an island — Anastasia Island. On one end of the island is the St. Augustine Lighthouse, which still rotates its beacon of light to the ocean, and on the other end is Matanzas Inlet, where surfers, beachgoers, and sharks can all mingle together in the aqua blue water.
St. Johns County Ocean & Fishing Pier, Playground & Splash Park: Located at the St. Johns County Ocean & Fishing Pier, there’s a fabulous free splash pad with varying types and sizes of sprinklers, so that both kids and infants can mingle together in the appropriate level of splashy-ness. There are huge umbrella-type shades that stretch over the picnic tables, so you are almost always out of the sun. You have a view of the ocean and that fabulous breeze, too! A shaded swing-set and park next to the splash park are an added bonus. 350 A1A Beach Blvd.
Anastasia IslandMatanzas Inlet
On the opposite end of the island is the inlet. There are two small parking lots that fill up rather quickly on the weekend. Once full, people just begin parking on the side of the road and lining the end of the island. There is a sand pathway that leads to the Intracoastal side of the inlet, which is usually a bright aqua blue color. Set up for a picnic and enjoy the day here! Families often opt for the Intracoastal-side, as opposed to the ocean-side, because the waves can be too big for little ones. Be careful of the ocean-side of the inlet, as there can be sharks waiting for the river fish to dump out in the ocean.
Anastasia Island
Tidal Pools at Low Tide
The beach is always there and always free, and this is the biggest perk for families living on the island! For those with little ones, check online to see when the tide is low and find a shallow, calm and warm tidal pool for them to safely splash in. It’s a lot less nerve-wracking than watching them in the ocean waves!
More Beach Tips
There are lots of public beach access roads and boardwalks for walking or biking to the beach. There are also seven access roads for driving 4×4 vehicles on the beach (view a map here). Most beaches can’t accommodate vehicles on a beach because their sand-type won’t allow it. We are unique in that our sand has just the right amount of compactness to it that we can take a 4×4 and not get stuck. This is wonderful because you’re not dragging an ice-cooler, a wagon, three lawn chairs and five beach bags for a mile across a beach…you can just park where you’d like to spend your day and have the vehicle set up as “home base” for all of your beach items. Similarly, take a bike ride with your kids down the beach! Again, look for low-tide, as the sand is more compact at the water’s edge. Look into getting a pull-wagon, a rear-mount seat, a tricycle, or other kid-friendly options to make the bike ride easier and safer. If you would like to stroll or bike to the beach, I recommend taking Hammock Park. There is a gravel parking lot and a stunning nature walk boardwalk that leads to the beach.
Anastasia Island
Anastasia State Park
Locals often take their children camping, biking or hiking on the many the trails at this gorgeous 1,600-acre state park with four miles of beaches. There are also grills and rentals available for bicycles, paddleboards, kayaks, windsurf boards, sailboats, and canoes. Click here to view park fees or consider purchasing an annual pass. 300 Anastasia Park Rd.
Fort Matanzas National Monument
Take the children to visit a 1740 Spanish fort! Made of coquina stone, Fort Matanzas is located on “Rattlesnake Island,” and surrounded by about 100 acres of salt marsh and barrier islands along the Matanzas River. Fort Matanzas National Monument is accessible via a free boat service (which holds 35 people at a time). Check the website for ferry times. There is also a beautiful nature trail you can take on the park grounds with your kids (don’t forget your bug spray!). Visitors can currently access the beach via the vehicle ramp, the west sand trail to the riverside beach and the west bridge trail to the Inlet. You can read about the interesting history of the fort here and here. 8635 A1A South
Anastasia Island Ron Parker Park
There’s a lovely playground at this park with slides and swingsets nestled under twisted scrub oaks that keep it shady nearly all day long. This seems to be the main playground for Anastasia Island moms. There is also a picnic area, dog park, softball field, basketball court, tennis and paddle tennis courts on the other side of the park. 607 Old Beach Rd.
Lighthouse Park
There are great “climbing trees” here and plenty of hermit crabs to look for. Locals refer to it as “the lighthouse park” but it’s technically a park created for the historical marker for “Sentinels of the Coast” and is located close to the lighthouse, the yacht club, and the skate park. The body of water it overlooks is called “Salt Run” and many moms have told me they have spotted dolphin pods with their children here. 201 Red Cox Dr.
Anastasia IslandSplash Park Playground
There’s a huge playground by the splash park under a shaded canopy. The perks for this spot is that there is both the ocean and the splash pad to help you cool down after you and your littles have worked up a sweat while playing! 350 A1A Beach Blvd.
Windswept Acres Park
This is a great little playground spot for folks who live further south on the island. Be sure to bring the sunscreen since there isn’t any shade.
Hamilton Upchurch Skate Park
If you have older kids who need to burn some energy on skateboards, pack helmets and visit this skate park for some fun in the sunshine! Located across from the Alligator Farm, the park has a 3-foot quarter pipe and semi-circle bowl as well as a few ledges and humps. 1020 Anastasia Blvd St.
Frank Butler County Park
Located on the South end of the island, this park does not have a playground. However, it does have a lot of grass for playing in or having picnics. There are also six shaded picnic tables, grills, and restrooms available. The park features a dune walkover with off-beach parking, a boat ramp, and showers, as well. 292 Majorca Rd.
Saint Augustine Alligator Farm: This is a really fun zoo for kids. Children enjoy walking around looking not only at gators and crocs but birds, marsupials, snakes and more. Watch the gators eat, play on the playground, have a snack. Easily spend 3 hours
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Anastasia
St. Augustine is a stunningly beautiful town divided by an Intracoastal Waterway. On one side of the Intracoastal is “The Mainland,” where historic downtown overlooks the bay. Cross over one of its three bridges to find a long, skinny sandbar of an island — Anastasia Island. On one end of the island is the St. Augustine Lighthouse, which still rotates its beacon of light to the ocean, and on the other end is Matanzas Inlet, where surfers, beachgoers, and sharks can all mingle together in the aqua blue water.
St. Johns County Ocean & Fishing Pier, Playground & Splash Park: Located at the St. Johns County Ocean & Fishing Pier, there’s a fabulous free splash pad with varying types and sizes of sprinklers, so that both kids and infants can mingle together in the appropriate level of splashy-ness. There are huge umbrella-type shades that stretch over the picnic tables, so you are almost always out of the sun. You have a view of the ocean and that fabulous breeze, too! A shaded swing-set and park next to the splash park are an added bonus. 350 A1A Beach Blvd.
Anastasia IslandMatanzas Inlet
On the opposite end of the island is the inlet. There are two small parking lots that fill up rather quickly on the weekend. Once full, people just begin parking on the side of the road and lining the end of the island. There is a sand pathway that leads to the Intracoastal side of the inlet, which is usually a bright aqua blue color. Set up for a picnic and enjoy the day here! Families often opt for the Intracoastal-side, as opposed to the ocean-side, because the waves can be too big for little ones. Be careful of the ocean-side of the inlet, as there can be sharks waiting for the river fish to dump out in the ocean.
Anastasia Island
Tidal Pools at Low Tide
The beach is always there and always free, and this is the biggest perk for families living on the island! For those with little ones, check online to see when the tide is low and find a shallow, calm and warm tidal pool for them to safely splash in. It’s a lot less nerve-wracking than watching them in the ocean waves!
More Beach Tips
There are lots of public beach access roads and boardwalks for walking or biking to the beach. There are also seven access roads for driving 4×4 vehicles on the beach (view a map here). Most beaches can’t accommodate vehicles on a beach because their sand-type won’t allow it. We are unique in that our sand has just the right amount of compactness to it that we can take a 4×4 and not get stuck. This is wonderful because you’re not dragging an ice-cooler, a wagon, three lawn chairs and five beach bags for a mile across a beach…you can just park where you’d like to spend your day and have the vehicle set up as “home base” for all of your beach items. Similarly, take a bike ride with your kids down the beach! Again, look for low-tide, as the sand is more compact at the water’s edge. Look into getting a pull-wagon, a rear-mount seat, a tricycle, or other kid-friendly options to make the bike ride easier and safer. If you would like to stroll or bike to the beach, I recommend taking Hammock Park. There is a gravel parking lot and a stunning nature walk boardwalk that leads to the beach.
Anastasia Island
Anastasia State Park
Locals often take their children camping, biking or hiking on the many the trails at this gorgeous 1,600-acre state park with four miles of beaches. There are also grills and rentals available for bicycles, paddleboards, kayaks, windsurf boards, sailboats, and canoes. Click here to view park fees or consider purchasing an annual pass. 300 Anastasia Park Rd.
Fort Matanzas National Monument
Take the children to visit a 1740 Spanish fort! Made of coquina stone, Fort Matanzas is located on “Rattlesnake Island,” and surrounded by about 100 acres of salt marsh and barrier islands along the Matanzas River. Fort Matanzas National Monument is accessible via a free boat service (which holds 35 people at a time). Check the website for ferry times. There is also a beautiful nature trail you can take on the park grounds with your kids (don’t forget your bug spray!). Visitors can currently access the beach via the vehicle ramp, the west sand trail to the riverside beach and the west bridge trail to the Inlet. You can read about the interesting history of the fort here and here. 8635 A1A South
Anastasia Island Ron Parker Park
There’s a lovely playground at this park with slides and swingsets nestled under twisted scrub oaks that keep it shady nearly all day long. This seems to be the main playground for Anastasia Island moms. There is also a picnic area, dog park, softball field, basketball court, tennis and paddle tennis courts on the other side of the park. 607 Old Beach Rd.
Lighthouse Park
There are great “climbing trees” here and plenty of hermit crabs to look for. Locals refer to it as “the lighthouse park” but it’s technically a park created for the historical marker for “Sentinels of the Coast” and is located close to the lighthouse, the yacht club, and the skate park. The body of water it overlooks is called “Salt Run” and many moms have told me they have spotted dolphin pods with their children here. 201 Red Cox Dr.
Anastasia IslandSplash Park Playground
There’s a huge playground by the splash park under a shaded canopy. The perks for this spot is that there is both the ocean and the splash pad to help you cool down after you and your littles have worked up a sweat while playing! 350 A1A Beach Blvd.
Windswept Acres Park
This is a great little playground spot for folks who live further south on the island. Be sure to bring the sunscreen since there isn’t any shade.
Hamilton Upchurch Skate Park
If you have older kids who need to burn some energy on skateboards, pack helmets and visit this skate park for some fun in the sunshine! Located across from the Alligator Farm, the park has a 3-foot quarter pipe and semi-circle bowl as well as a few ledges and humps. 1020 Anastasia Blvd St.
Frank Butler County Park
Located on the South end of the island, this park does not have a playground. However, it does have a lot of grass for playing in or having picnics. There are also six shaded picnic tables, grills, and restrooms available. The park features a dune walkover with off-beach parking, a boat ramp, and showers, as well. 292 Majorca Rd.
Saint Augustine Alligator Farm: This is a really fun zoo for kids. Children enjoy walking around looking not only at gators and crocs but birds, marsupials, snakes and more. Watch the gators eat, play on the playground, have a snack. Easily spend 3 hours
Sightseeing
The grounds and interior of the Castillo are so beautiful that we go once a month to enjoy it and we have lived here our entire life. If you don't want to pay to go inside, at least take a picnic and enjoy it on the Fort Green or walk along the front wall of the fort along the bay front.
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Кастильо-де-Сан-Маркос
11 S Castillo DrThe grounds and interior of the Castillo are so beautiful that we go once a month to enjoy it and we have lived here our entire life. If you don't want to pay to go inside, at least take a picnic and enjoy it on the Fort Green or walk along the front wall of the fort along the bay front.
Saint Augustine Alligator Farm: This is a really fun zoo for kids. Children enjoy walking around looking not only at gators and crocs but birds, marsupials, snakes and more. Watch the gators eat, play on the playground, have a snack. Easily spend 3 hours
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Ферма Аллигаторов
999 Anastasia BlvdSaint Augustine Alligator Farm: This is a really fun zoo for kids. Children enjoy walking around looking not only at gators and crocs but birds, marsupials, snakes and more. Watch the gators eat, play on the playground, have a snack. Easily spend 3 hours
The property is beautiful, has trails and a playground. Great for kids!
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St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum, Inc.
100 Red Cox DrThe property is beautiful, has trails and a playground. Great for kids!
For the lover of oddities, this museum has some strange and interesting things
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Tennessee Legend Distillery
83 King StFor the lover of oddities, this museum has some strange and interesting things
This is great museum for lovers of the history of medicine
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Национальная филармония Украины
3 Aviles StThis is great museum for lovers of the history of medicine
This is one of the coolest collections for those interested in torture methods of olden days. It is not kid friendly in any way shape or form fyi
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Музей средневековых пыток
100 St George StThis is one of the coolest collections for those interested in torture methods of olden days. It is not kid friendly in any way shape or form fyi
Kids love this place. It is stimulating to their senses and interesting for adults to read along. Warning there is a gift shop at the end. You will spend money there if you bring kids.
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Музей пиратов и сокровищ Святого Августин
12 S Castillo DrKids love this place. It is stimulating to their senses and interesting for adults to read along. Warning there is a gift shop at the end. You will spend money there if you bring kids.
This is for the historian who likes to read. There is a lot to read here.
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Водное шоу OCT Bay Water Show
11 Estey StThis is for the historian who likes to read. There is a lot to read here.
For the lover of oddities, this museum has some strange and interesting things
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Музей Лайтнера
75 King StFor the lover of oddities, this museum has some strange and interesting things
Our family really loves it here. The grounds are beautiful and there is a cool film on Saint Augustine's history to see inside of the small planetarium. You must drink some of the sulfur-infused water from the...you guessed it.. fountain of youth. Weapon demonstrations on the weekends.
Make sure to do a photo op on Magnolia Street located just outside the entrance to the Fountain of Youth. Voted one of the country's most picturesque streets.
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Fountain of Youth Ticket Office
11 Magnolia AveOur family really loves it here. The grounds are beautiful and there is a cool film on Saint Augustine's history to see inside of the small planetarium. You must drink some of the sulfur-infused water from the...you guessed it.. fountain of youth. Weapon demonstrations on the weekends.
Make sure to do a photo op on Magnolia Street located just outside the entrance to the Fountain of Youth. Voted one of the country's most picturesque streets.
You have to at least peak inside. It really is beautiful. There is a monument in the side garden which is a tribute to Minorcan history. Play a fun game and see if you recognize any of those names around town.
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Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine
38 Cathedral PlYou have to at least peak inside. It really is beautiful. There is a monument in the side garden which is a tribute to Minorcan history. Play a fun game and see if you recognize any of those names around town.
Kids love this place for some reason and it's an interesting piece of Saint Augustine history. This is included on the Old Town Trolley Tour.
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Old Jail
167 San Marco AveKids love this place for some reason and it's an interesting piece of Saint Augustine history. This is included on the Old Town Trolley Tour.
This is the tourist strip but there are other local favorites mingled in. It's the oldest street in Saint Augustine so you are kind of obligated to walk down it.
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Saint George Street
Saint George StreetThis is the tourist strip but there are other local favorites mingled in. It's the oldest street in Saint Augustine so you are kind of obligated to walk down it.
This is a beautiful little spot. Only takes about an hour but it's free. Great place to geocache for kids.
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Исторический государственный парк Форт Мозе
15 Fort Mose TrailThis is a beautiful little spot. Only takes about an hour but it's free. Great place to geocache for kids.
Guana State Park: Beautiful trails with pine and oak trees. Well-traveled so it's safe. over 9 miles of trails for hiking or biking. Also, a cute little learning center for kids (open on week days). Kayak rentals available in advance. Great place to fish.
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Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve
505 Guana River RdGuana State Park: Beautiful trails with pine and oak trees. Well-traveled so it's safe. over 9 miles of trails for hiking or biking. Also, a cute little learning center for kids (open on week days). Kayak rentals available in advance. Great place to fish.
The gardens offer visitors a peaceful stroll along winding reflection ponds sheltered by a picturesque oak hammock. Washington Oaks is also famous for its unique shoreline of coquina rock formations along the Atlantic beach. This ancient rock formation creates the perfect spot for beachcombing, tidal pool exploring, and photography.
Visitors can picnic and fish from either the beach or the seawall along the Matanzas River on the park's west boundary.
A number of short trails are perfect for hiking and bicycling, and a visitor center offers opportunities for learning about the park's natural and cultural resources.
Washington Oaks hosts several annual events, including an Earth Day celebration, Holiday in the Gardens and saltwater fishing clinics. First Friday Garden and History walks along with Second Saturday Plant Sales are monthly events enjoyed by the community and first-time visitors.
Hiking, birding, fishing, strolling or spending a day at the beach - Washington Oaks offers something for everyone!
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Washington Oaks Gardens State Park
The gardens offer visitors a peaceful stroll along winding reflection ponds sheltered by a picturesque oak hammock. Washington Oaks is also famous for its unique shoreline of coquina rock formations along the Atlantic beach. This ancient rock formation creates the perfect spot for beachcombing, tidal pool exploring, and photography.
Visitors can picnic and fish from either the beach or the seawall along the Matanzas River on the park's west boundary.
A number of short trails are perfect for hiking and bicycling, and a visitor center offers opportunities for learning about the park's natural and cultural resources.
Washington Oaks hosts several annual events, including an Earth Day celebration, Holiday in the Gardens and saltwater fishing clinics. First Friday Garden and History walks along with Second Saturday Plant Sales are monthly events enjoyed by the community and first-time visitors.
Hiking, birding, fishing, strolling or spending a day at the beach - Washington Oaks offers something for everyone!
There are hiking trails, rentals for SUP boards and kayaks and plenty of room to ride a bike. The beach here does not allow driving so it's safe for kids. Beautiful!
Try the Ancient City Dunes Trail or the Old Quarry Trail (see All Trails App)
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Парк штата Анастасия
300 Anastasia Park RdThere are hiking trails, rentals for SUP boards and kayaks and plenty of room to ride a bike. The beach here does not allow driving so it's safe for kids. Beautiful!
Try the Ancient City Dunes Trail or the Old Quarry Trail (see All Trails App)
One of the Oldest houses in Saint Augustine. If you're into old houses and history also visit:
Ximenez-Fazio house (the oldest)
Llambias House
Father Miguel Oreilly house
Tovar House
Acosta House
Governors House
Oldest Wooden School House
Gonzalez-Alvarez House
14 Saint Francis StreetOne of the Oldest houses in Saint Augustine. If you're into old houses and history also visit:
Ximenez-Fazio house (the oldest)
Llambias House
Father Miguel Oreilly house
Tovar House
Acosta House
Governors House
Oldest Wooden School House
This is such a serene beautiful property with walking trails, shrine, cemetery and great cross.
If you're into cemeteries, do a walking tour and see them all:
Tolomato Cemetery
Huguenot Cemetery
Saint Augustine National Cemetery
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Mission Nombre de Dios Museum
89 A1A Scenic and Historic Coastal BywayThis is such a serene beautiful property with walking trails, shrine, cemetery and great cross.
If you're into cemeteries, do a walking tour and see them all:
Tolomato Cemetery
Huguenot Cemetery
Saint Augustine National Cemetery
Enjoy this beautiful park. Grab a coffee from Kookaburra coffee located on the north side of the plaza. Also, there are many art shops, boutiques and restaurants that border this plaza.
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Парк Plaza de la Constitucion
170 St George StEnjoy this beautiful park. Grab a coffee from Kookaburra coffee located on the north side of the plaza. Also, there are many art shops, boutiques and restaurants that border this plaza.
You have to walk through the city gates on your stroll down Saint George Street. It's tradition
Old City Gates and Historical Marker
11 Orange StYou have to walk through the city gates on your stroll down Saint George Street. It's tradition
This is a cool cobblestone street that begins with a pretty arch. Cute restaurants and a wine cellar are here.
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Aviles Street
Aviles StreetThis is a cool cobblestone street that begins with a pretty arch. Cute restaurants and a wine cellar are here.
This is the best park in town for kids. Even big kids love it here. We walk our kids to the Black Parrot candy shop afterwards for a much loved treat.
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Project Swing Park
25 Cordova StThis is the best park in town for kids. Even big kids love it here. We walk our kids to the Black Parrot candy shop afterwards for a much loved treat.
Колледж Флаглер
74 King StTours will begin again in May of 2021
Marineland
Swim with the dolphins!
This is where the locals play mini golf because it is located on the picturesque bay front of Saint Augustine's historic town
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Ripley's Bayfront Mini-Golf
111 Avenida MenendezThis is where the locals play mini golf because it is located on the picturesque bay front of Saint Augustine's historic town
Food scene
This is a local favorite as they typically have live music every weekend. The open air courtyards on the third floor provide stunning views of the historic district
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Винодельня San Sebastian Winery
157 King StThis is a local favorite as they typically have live music every weekend. The open air courtyards on the third floor provide stunning views of the historic district
This is a great music venue. Check out their schedule online. Beautiful oak trees provide plenty of shade and lots of seating. Alcoholic drinks available when open.
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Colonial Quarter
14 St George StThis is a great music venue. Check out their schedule online. Beautiful oak trees provide plenty of shade and lots of seating. Alcoholic drinks available when open.
This is located underneath the Ice Plant restaurant (a recommendation of mine). It is award winning and you get a free taste. This is a stop on the Old Town Trolley
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Дистиллерия Сент-Огастин
112 Riberia StThis is located underneath the Ice Plant restaurant (a recommendation of mine). It is award winning and you get a free taste. This is a stop on the Old Town Trolley
Wonderful little food truck park. A great selection for lunch.
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The Village Garden Food Truck Park
1480 S Old A1AWonderful little food truck park. A great selection for lunch.
Dog Rose Brewing Company
77 Bridge StReally good brews especially IPA selection
Great selection of brews especially IPA choices are on point
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Old Coast Ales
300 Anastasia BlvdGreat selection of brews especially IPA choices are on point
Awesome brews and a great location on the historic plaza
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Ancient City Brewing Taproom
18 Cathedral PlAwesome brews and a great location on the historic plaza
great brews and a spot on lunch if you like sandwiches
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The Chatsworth Pub and Tea Room
10 Marine Stgreat brews and a spot on lunch if you like sandwiches
Rendezvous Imported Beers
106 St George StReally great selection of brews. Cool atomosphere
A little off the path but worth the brews
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Пивоварня Bog Brewing Company
218 W King StA little off the path but worth the brews
This place is hands down my favorite for cocktails and farm to table food. They never disappoint here
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Ice Plant Bar
110 Riberia StThis place is hands down my favorite for cocktails and farm to table food. They never disappoint here
This place makes THE BEST martinis. Be careful the portions are quite large
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The Tini Martini Bar
24 Avenida MenendezThis place makes THE BEST martinis. Be careful the portions are quite large
Great places for cocktails and farm to table food. Very interesting historical atomosphere
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Prohibition Kitchen
119 St George StGreat places for cocktails and farm to table food. Very interesting historical atomosphere
This place is awesome for it's outdoor third story courtyard, live music and local wine
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Винодельня San Sebastian Winery
157 King StThis place is awesome for it's outdoor third story courtyard, live music and local wine
This place is hands down my favorite for cocktails and farm to table food on Vilano Beach. They never disappoint here and you dont even have to leave Vilano
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Cap's On the Water
4325 Myrtle StThis place is hands down my favorite for cocktails and farm to table food on Vilano Beach. They never disappoint here and you dont even have to leave Vilano
This is the best place to catch a sunset at Vilano Beach and have a drink. Their food is decent enough especially if you don't feel like leaving the Vilano area
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Beaches at Vilano
254 Vilano RdThis is the best place to catch a sunset at Vilano Beach and have a drink. Their food is decent enough especially if you don't feel like leaving the Vilano area
Now called forgotten tonic. Different owners but the same great experience for wine and appetizers. Also located on lovely Aviles Street
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Cellar 6
6 Aviles StNow called forgotten tonic. Different owners but the same great experience for wine and appetizers. Also located on lovely Aviles Street
Very good food. Menu is always changing. They never disappoint
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Bantam Chef
101 E Court StVery good food. Menu is always changing. They never disappoint
This is the best farm to table in town. They also have amazing beer and cocktail selection. Tasty homemade desserts too.
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The Floridian Restaurant
72 Spanish StThis is the best farm to table in town. They also have amazing beer and cocktail selection. Tasty homemade desserts too.
Seafood here is always fresh and well-prepared. Beautiful little garden area in the back as well
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Catch 27
40 Charlotte StSeafood here is always fresh and well-prepared. Beautiful little garden area in the back as well
Collage
60 Hypolita StThis is white table cloth. Very Romantic. Excellent dishes
This restaurant is new and hot. So good. Super fresh seafood, great services and excellent view of the water
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St. Augustine Fish Camp
142 Riberia StThis restaurant is new and hot. So good. Super fresh seafood, great services and excellent view of the water
best bbq in town and great cocktails. Beautiful little open air deck with tables for outdoor dining
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MOJO Old City BBQ
5 Cordova Stbest bbq in town and great cocktails. Beautiful little open air deck with tables for outdoor dining
Love this place for appetizers and brews.
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Barley Republic Public House
48 Spanish StLove this place for appetizers and brews.
Best pizza in town! Fun because it's in the historic district. Walk to get dessert afterwards
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Pizzalley's on St. George
117 St George StBest pizza in town! Fun because it's in the historic district. Walk to get dessert afterwards
great family restaurants. Excellent burgers and wood fired pizzas. perfect for kids.
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One Twenty Three Burger House
123 King Stgreat family restaurants. Excellent burgers and wood fired pizzas. perfect for kids.
excellent vegetarian and vegan food. best for breakfast or lunch
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The Manatee Cafe
525 FL-16excellent vegetarian and vegan food. best for breakfast or lunch
Is there anything that isn't good here. Seriously hands down one of my favorite restaurants for local fresh seafood and steaks. great views of the intracoastal
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Culinary Outfitters Catering
173 Shipyard WyIs there anything that isn't good here. Seriously hands down one of my favorite restaurants for local fresh seafood and steaks. great views of the intracoastal
De Leon Latin Cocina
1111 North Ponce De Leon Boulevardwonderful latin food. you won't be disappointed. nice atmosphere too!
wonderful latin food. you won't be disappointed. nice atmosphere too!
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Casa Maya
22 Hypolita Stwonderful latin food. you won't be disappointed. nice atmosphere too!
wonderful latin food. you won't be disappointed. nice historic atmosphere too!
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Columbia Restaurant
98 St George Stwonderful latin food. you won't be disappointed. nice historic atmosphere too!
Great espressos and signature coffees. Walk around historic town after you visit and sip your beverage of choice
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The Kookaburra Downtown
24 Cathedral PlGreat espressos and signature coffees. Walk around historic town after you visit and sip your beverage of choice
Cute little locals favorite coffee and beer & wine shop.
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DOS Coffee & Wine
300 San Marco AveCute little locals favorite coffee and beer & wine shop.
Good southern style breakfast. large portions. great after a long night out!
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Georgie's Diner
100 Malaga StGood southern style breakfast. large portions. great after a long night out!
Locals favorite! Come early to get in here because they pack out! Closed on Tuesdays
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The Blue Hen Café
117 M L King AveLocals favorite! Come early to get in here because they pack out! Closed on Tuesdays
Delicious breakfast. A locals favorite. Make a reservation!
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Preserved Restaurant
102 Bridge StDelicious breakfast. A locals favorite. Make a reservation!
This place is the bomb! Everything they make for breakfast and lunch is phenomenal. Also, a cute little garden dining area.
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Sunday
73 San Marco AveThis place is the bomb! Everything they make for breakfast and lunch is phenomenal. Also, a cute little garden dining area.
Really and truly the best dessert in town.
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Cousteau's Waffle and Milkshake Bar
15 Hypolita StReally and truly the best dessert in town.
Hands down the best ice cream in town. Home made with local flavors like datil pepper dark chocolate.
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Mayday Ice Cream Historic St. Augustine
100 St George StHands down the best ice cream in town. Home made with local flavors like datil pepper dark chocolate.
They came to town and we've never been the same. The best chocolates and desserts anywhere in town. Limited hours
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Crème de la Cocoa
299 San Marco AveThey came to town and we've never been the same. The best chocolates and desserts anywhere in town. Limited hours
Andaman Asian Bistro
1935 A1A Sreally good asian food. a local favorite
Best Tacos in Town!! Best for takeout or eating in the outdoor dining area
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Osprey Tacos
300 Anastasia BlvdBest Tacos in Town!! Best for takeout or eating in the outdoor dining area
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The Saturday Farmer's Market
The Saturday Farmers Market is from 8:30-1 every saturday morning at the Saint Augustine Amphitheater. This is a local favorite and one of the best ways to buy local foods, beverages, produce and art.
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Wednesday Farmer's Market
The Wednesday's Farmer's Market is available every Wednesday at the Saint Augustine Beach Pier Parking Lot. 8am-12pm. This is a local favorite for food, beverages, produce and art
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Uptown Saturday Night
Uptown Saturday Night takes place along San Marco Avenue on the last Saturday of each month. There, between Ripley's Museum and the Mission Nombre de Dios, a number of shops remain open after 5:00 to showcase their products. Some serve refreshments, some have live music, and still others will have special art and other items on display.
All the shops at Uptown on San Marco are locally-owned and locally curated. Visitors will find a vintage clothing store, a number of antique stores, clothing, gifts, art, jewelry, and more in the shops of Uptown San Marco.
When: From 5:00 to 8:30 p.m. on the
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Friday night Art Walk
On the first Friday of every month, St. Augustine's renowned art galleries open their doors and welcome visitors to browse the latest art exhibits at some 30 participating galleries.
This cooperative open house showcases the amazing variety of artwork represented in St. Augustine’s fine art galleries, from contemporary to traditional and everything in between, created by local and national artists working in oils, pastels, photography, ceramics, wood, textiles, metal, and much more.
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Vilano Beach Market at AirStream Row
Join us from 10:00am-3:00pm on the 3rd Saturday of the month for the Vilano Beach Market at Airstream Row.
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