The Fury sailing catamaran on a sunset cruise

September Specials and Discounts for Locals

Enjoy the best of our city with these amazing September 2026 deals for locals.

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Every September, St. Johns County residents experience St. Augustine as tourists because local attractions and businesses offer exclusive discounts. These discounts enable residents to rediscover our city's charm while fostering a deeper appreciation for its history and culture.

Residents must present a valid ID with their St. Johns County address to receive discounts. Acceptable IDs include a driver's license or voter registration card.

NOTE: While these discounts were confirmed, they are determined by the businesses and are subject to change.

While these discounts are for St. Johns County residents, non-residents can still find free things to do and explore St. Augustine like a local.

Exclusive 2026 Discounts for Locals

Museums, Historic Sites, and Entertainment

Fountain of Youth front entrance in St. Augustine.

Bayfront Mini Golf | 50% discount all year.

Fountain of Youth | Locals enjoy free admission on September 12th with valid St Johns county ID as part of the city's 461st anniversary celebration.

Magic Hideaway | 10% off in September.

Oldest Wooden Schoolhouse | Free admission year-round for St. Johns County residents and 50% off admission for guests when accompanied by a local resident.

Pirate & Treasure Museum | $2.00 discount all year off regular-priced admission.

Spanish Military Hospital Museum | 50% off regular admission all year for adult or child residents. A 10% discount is available in September for regular-priced items in the gift shop—it cannot be combined with, or added to, any other specials.

The Oldest House Museum Complex | 50% off per ticket for residents all year.

Villa Zorayda Museum | St. Johns County residents receive 50% off adult general admission with valid photo ID showing a current St. Johns County address. This offer is valid year-round. It is not valid with other discounts or group rates and must be redeemed in person.

Ximenez-Fatio House Museum | St. Johns County residents save 20% on self-guided audio tours. 

Wildlife Adventures

A trainer working with one of the reptiles at the Alligator Farm

St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park | 30% discount year round. Children three and younger receive free admission.

Tours

Old Town Trolley Tour | Free admission when accompanied by an adult with a full-price ticket to the following attractions (This offer requires a Hometown Pass and is subject to restrictions.):

Florida Water Tours | 25% off select cruises. Use code SJC25 when booking online and be ready to show a valid photo ID at check-in.

Fury Sailing Cat | Various savings for locals. Call (855) 451-0277 for more information.

GeoTrippin' | Locals family field trip. Call (904) 701-3272 for details.

Ghost Tours of St. Augustine | $10.00 off any ghost tour with a valid St. Johns County ID. The offer is available in September for the classic lantern walking tour, haunted pub tour, and paranormal Old Fort tour. All tour guests receive 10% off purchases in the gift shop.

Red Boat Tours | 50% off regular admission prices. Call (904) 436-3566 for the discount.

Ripley's Red Train Tours | 50% discount all year.

Seaside Adventures | Up to 50% off vehicle rentals in September for self-guided tours.

St. Augustine Land & Sea Tours | St. Augustine residents receive Buy One, Get One discounts on tickets for the Ghostly Golf Cart Tour.

St. Augustine Sailing | 10% off most sails. Some exclusions apply.

Whetstone Chocolates | Free chocolate tour with a local ID from St. Johns, Flagler, or Putnam County. Available Sunday - Friday and good for up to two children per adult. Use code LOCALSFREE2026 when reserving a spot via their website.

Food and Drink

Two women toasting each other, in front of the City Gate Springs tasting bar and female Tasting Guide

Catch 27 | Downtown residents receive 10% off.

City Gate Spirits | Buy-one-get-one-free deal on a second bottle of equal or lesser value for St. Johns County residents.

Witty Whisker Cat Cafe | 10% off admission all year.

City Walks Food and Wine Tour | St. Johns residents get $20.00 off the regular fee during September. All tour guests receive 10% off in the shop.

Lodging

Diamond Suite — Carriage Way Inn Bed and Breakfast.

Pier Point South Condos | St. Augustine residents save 20% off during their week day stays in September.

Home 2 Suites by Hilton | 20% off lowest published price in September.

City Express St. Augustine | St. Augustine locals rate.

NOTE: Although these discounts have been confirmed, they are determined by the businesses and are subject to change.

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