Sunrise against the St. Augustine Pier

St. Augustine Regions Guide

Where to stay, explore, & experience.

St. Augustine is more than just a historic city — it’s a collection of unique neighborhoods. Stroll the brick streets of Historic Downtown, relax on the shores of St. Augustine Beach, or explore hidden gems in Lincolnville, Uptown, and beyond. Whether you're visiting, planning an extended stay, or relocating to St. Johns County, this guide will help you find the best places to eat, shop, and experience the best of St. Augustine.

Popular Regions

St. Augustine Beach

Best for: beach days, water sports, waterfront dining, and family vacations.

With miles of sandy shores, waterfront dining, and family-friendly fun, St. Augustine Beach is the coastal escape you've been daydreaming about.

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Lincolnville

Best for: cultural history, historic sites, and community events.

Once a key site in the Civil Rights Movement, Lincolnville is an important part of St. Augustine's story and a cultural hub for Black history, historic churches, community parks, and locally owned businesses.

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Vilano Beach

Best for: tranquil beach evenings, fishing, waterfront dining, and sunset views.

A quieter alternative to St. Augustine Beach, Vilano offers stunning waterfront views, a fishing pier, Old Florida charm, and relaxed coastal vibes — just three miles from downtown.

Unwind in Old Florida charm

Uptown

Best for: boutique and antique shopping, cafés, and art.

Just north of Historic Downtown, Uptown offers a stylish mix of boutique shopping, antique stores, art galleries, and cozy cafés — a little something for everyone. It's home to the Fountain of Youth, beautiful Magnolia Avenue, and a variety of laid-back and eclectic eateries.

Wander through historic streets & trendy shops

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Uptown

Vintage vibes, old tales, and offbeat shops.

Fruit Cove

Riverside trails, idyllic parks, and quiet in all the right ways.

Hastings

Fresh produce, friendly faces, & hometown pride.

Elkton

Miles of farmland, simple living, and room to roam.

Ponte Vedra

Nature preserves, fresh eats, and community charm.

Lincolnville

Civil rights roots, front-porch living, and history on every corner.

US1 North

Local routes, room to roam, and easy connections.

North City

Harbor views, oak-lined streets, and on-the-water fun.

Insider Guides to St. Augustine

From the most livable areas to the best places to vacation, discover everything you need to know about St. Augustine's neighborhoods.

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Your Guide to St. Augustine Neighborhoods

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Ultimate Guide to Where to Stay

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Top Kid-Friendly Neighborhoods

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Things To Do

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St. Augustine has an abundance of places to. stay, from historic bed and breakfasts to resort hotels and beachfront vacation rentals.

Places to Stay

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Eat & Drink

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Lightner Museum looking south

Historic Downtown

Anastasia State Park.

Anastasia Island

The St. Johns County Pier on St. Augustine Beach on a beautiful day.

St. Augustine Beach

The exterior of a restaurant

Uptown

Ponte Vedra Beach

Vilano Beach

Sun on the horizon at Crescent Beach in St. Augustine, Florida

Crescent Beach

Alpine Groves Park on the St. Johns River near St. Augustine, FL.

Fruit Cove

Hastings

The St. Ambrose Catholic Church in St. Augustine, located among the live oaks

Elkton

Backyard view at Palm Valley Outdoors Bar & Grill

Ponte Vedra

Lincolnville

English Landing Marina with St. Augustine's Historic District in background

Ponce de Leon Blvd

A view of Douglas Lake with boats laid off to the side

West St. Augustine

World Golf Area

SR 16 to I-95

South St. Augustine

Bartram & CR 210

The Tolomato River Boardwalk

US1 North

Panoramic view of Camachee Cove Yacht Harbor

North City