An aerial view of Classic Car Museum during an automotive event

South St. Augustine

Find shopping, eateries, natural parks, resorts, and attractions.

In the southernmost area of the region, following U.S. 1 south to the county border, visitors will find the Matanzas State Forest and Faver-Dykes Recreation Area. Both are prime hiking, picnicking, birding, canoeing, and camping areas and can be enjoyed for day use and overnight. Faver-Dykes is just 18 miles and about 30 minutes from Historic Downtown.

Along the way, this section east and west of U.S. 1, contains many favorite local restaurants, shopping plazas, and service centers, and the Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine. (Pictured here.) While much of South St. Augustine is directed to those who live here, this area is not to be missed for attractions, restaurants, golf, or beautiful parks.

The Matanzas State Forest consists of more than 4,000 acres of wilderness that is home to birds, gopher tortoises, and wild hogs — and a wood stork rookery. With its eastern border along the Matanzas River, this park is a favorite for birders, hikers, kayakers, and fishermen. Across the river, visitors and locals enjoy Washington Oaks Park with both a beach on the Atlantic and gardens, paths, and a historic home on the river. Marineland is just north of Washington Oaks, and Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa is just a few miles to the south.

To reach most of South St. Augustine, one must simply drive south along U.S. 1. There is one section, south of Anastasia Island, which can be reached by heading south on A1A, or by heading east from U.S. 1 onto 206 — the southernmost access point to Anastasia Island. 

(904) 209-0655

2702 Shore Dr.

A hot spot for locals and visitors to use the walkways, boat ramps, and relish in nature.

(904) 806-6999

105 Southpark Boulevard

Spa Life Skin and Laser offers products and services to help their clients look and feel their best.

(904) 797-8398

1054 E SR 206

Counter-service sandwich chain allowing customers to build their own sub, wrap, or salad.

(904) 824-3574

1505 State Road 207

Sun Outdoors offers 48 acres of RV sites, hiking trails, a fishing pond, community campfire, and vintage RVs available for rental.

(904) 481-8758

270 Plaza Blvd.

Yummy sushi with a mixture of bases, proteins, and sauces.

(904) 844-0450

7310 US Highway 1 South

A rustic barn with modern amenities for weddings and special events.

(904) 615-1706

2730 US 1 South suite M (3.17 mi)

First green circle certified salon in the nation's oldest city.