America’s Oldest ParishOn the northern edge of the Plaza de la Constitución, the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine stands as the oldest Catholic church in the city and the oldest parish in the United States. It remains active today, offering regular services and welcoming visitors daily. From First Mass to FoundationIn 1565, Padre López de Mendoza Grajales presented a cross to Pedro Menéndez de ...

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Schmagel's Bagels, located in Historic Downtown, bakes 15 different New York-style bagels and offers 11 kinds of cream cheeses — scallion, jalapeño, vegetable, green olive, honey almond, herb, cheddar-garlic, strawberry, and plain. An assortment of breakfast and specialty sandwiches (grilled egg and cheese, lox and cream cheese, and The Mediterranean) are served. Toppings include Boar's Head meats...

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The restaurant offers award winning Spanish/Cuban cuisine for both lunch and dinner, seven days a week. Customer favorites include, pork, Black Beans and Rice, Paella, and Arroz con Pollo "Valenciana", (that's chicken and yellow rice.) Sangria and Mojitos are a few of their drink choices in addition to their extensive wine list. With two floors of dining space, this is one of St. Augustine's large...

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The restaurant offers award winning Spanish/Cuban cuisine for both lunch and dinner, seven days a week. Customer favorites include, pork, Black Beans and Rice, Paella, and Arroz con Pollo "Valenciana", (that's chicken and yellow rice.) Sangria and Mojitos are a few of their drink choices in addition to their extensive wine list. With two floors of dining space, this is one of St. Augustine's large...

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America’s Oldest ParishOn the northern edge of the Plaza de la Constitución, the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine stands as the oldest Catholic church in the city and the oldest parish in the United States. It remains active today, offering regular services and welcoming visitors daily. From First Mass to FoundationIn 1565, Padre López de Mendoza Grajales presented a cross to Pedro Menéndez de ...

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The Visitor Information Center (VIC) is where guests can find information on local things to do, restaurants, parking, local ordinances, accessibility, and more. The VIC is located in front of the parking garage next to the roundabout. Inside you'll find restrooms, water fountains, a gift shop, an information desk, and even a local exhibit. VIC exhibits change regularly. Past exhibits have include...

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The Visitor Information Center (VIC) is where guests can find information on local things to do, restaurants, parking, local ordinances, accessibility, and more. The VIC is located in front of the parking garage next to the roundabout. Inside you'll find restrooms, water fountains, a gift shop, an information desk, and even a local exhibit. VIC exhibits change regularly. Past exhibits have include...

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History of the Lightner MuseumFounded by Chicago Publisher Otto Lightner in 1948, the museum presents compelling exhibitions and programs as well as Lightner's unique collection of Americana, fine and decorative art, and natural history specimens. The museum is housed in the former Alcazar Hotel. Constructed in 1888 by Henry Flagler, the Alcazar was the railroad magnate's second grand hotel in St....

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History of the Lightner MuseumFounded by Chicago Publisher Otto Lightner in 1948, the museum presents compelling exhibitions and programs as well as Lightner's unique collection of Americana, fine and decorative art, and natural history specimens. The museum is housed in the former Alcazar Hotel. Constructed in 1888 by Henry Flagler, the Alcazar was the railroad magnate's second grand hotel in St....

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Sea Cove Gifts has permanently closed. Sea Cove Gifts specializes in gifts and home decor with a beach theme. Located in St. Augustine's Uptown San Marco area, the shop carries a wide variety of sea-inspired and handcrafted items ranging from jewelry to glassware to St. Augustine commemorative pieces. Visitors will find a variety of one-of-a-kind items at Sea Cove, such as hand-painted and ...

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