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Experience St. Augustine

Timeless charm, endless adventures

Welcome to St. Augustine, where history, adventure, and coastal beauty converge to create unforgettable vacations. Known as the nation's oldest city, St. Augustine offers endless attractions, family-friendly activities, vibrant nightlife, outdoor adventures, and cultural experiences. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway, a family vacation, or a romantic retreat, you'll find plenty of fun things to do that cater to every interest and budget.

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As America's oldest city, we offer a mix of centuries-old charm, attractions, and beautiful scenery. Fill your vacation with everything from exploring historic sites to shopping, parasailing, touring the city, or unwinding on our beaches. No matter how you wish to experience St. Augustine, everything you need to know is right here. 

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The St. Augustine Lighthouse from the sky, looking toward Salt Run

Top Rated Attractions

Explore St. Augustine’s most iconic attractions. Visit the Castillo de San Marcos, a centuries-old fortress offering stunning views and fascinating stories. Stroll through the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum for breathtaking panoramas and maritime history, or discover the Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park, where myths and history tell tales.

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Family-Friendly Fun

Create memories with your family one attraction at a time. Take a ride on the Old Town Trolley, visit the interactive St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum, or get up close with wildlife at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park. With beaches, parks, and hands-on museums, there’s no shortage of fun for kids and adults alike.

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Relax on our Beautiful Beaches

With 42 miles of pristine coastline, St. Augustine’s beaches are a must-visit for a perfect coastal getaway. Spend your day soaking up the sun, walking along the soft sand, or enjoying a variety of water sports like paddleboarding, surfing, and kayaking. Popular spots include St. Augustine Beach, known for its family-friendly atmosphere, and Vilano Beach, a favorite for shell collectors and fishing enthusiasts. For a more secluded escape, explore the natural beauty of Anastasia State Park or Crescent Beach.

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Experience St. Augustine

Explore St. Augustine and see why we welcome visitors from all over the world in our seaside town filled with historical sites, cultural gems, and friendly pirates. There's a wide variety of things to do for all ages from edu-taining attractions to pristine beaches to top notch restaurants.
Furnitue on display at dhd Home in St. Augustine.

dhd Home

(904) 547-2884

4 Rohde Avenue

A unique and creative home decor boutique and interior design studio.

The bright aisles at Diane's Natural Market in St. Augustine.

Diane's Natural Market

(904) 808-9978

841 Ponce de Leon Blvd.

Offering organic foods, supplements, and other items for humans, pets, and the environment.

A wedding shot by Divine Studios in St. Augustine.

Divine Studios

(904) 887-9799

This award winning, published wedding photography "freezes" divine moments.

The exterior of DMZ Military and Antques in St. Augustine.

DMZ Military Antiques

(904) 825-4306

210 San Marco Avenue

Military antiques and memorabilia from the Civil War to the Vietnam War.

Do or Dye Color & Beauty Bar

Do or Dye Color & Beauty Bar

(386) 931-3628

900C Anastasia Blvd.

A full-service salon designed to cut, touch up, and dye hair -- especially for special occasions.

Drum Man Charters

Drum Man Charters

(904) 687-9498

57 Comares Ave.

Captain Dumas guides a great day of fishing.

The exterior of the Duddington's shop

Duddington's

(904) 615-1638

77 San Marco Ave.

A specialty gift shop in the Uptown neighborhood.

Coffee drink at Dynamic Energy Nutrition

Dynamic Energy Nutrition

(904) 484-8443

711 A1A Beach Blvd

Creating community around healthy teas, coffees, and smoothies on Anastasia Island.

Kayakers facing the sunset on an ecotour near St. Augustine

Earth Kinship

(904) 477-5669

Explore Northeast Florida's unique natural habitats on an eco-tourism adventure.

Knick-knacks and colorful room decor organized on shelves

Earthbound Trading Company

(904) 824-6283

108 St. George Street

Find global and eclectic treasures while meandering through this downtown shop.

East Coast Ceremonies — Wedding officiant service

East Coast Ceremonies

(904) 599-0087

155 Bartram Market Drive

Personalized ceremonies and complimentary in-person consultation.

Eclectic Events

Eclectic Events

(904) 891-5462

DJ, lighting, and other party innovations that make special events more fun.

Eco Kayaks FL enables visitors to enjoy St. Augustine's waterways.

Eco Kayaks FL

(904) 419-8421

Enabling visitors to help keep St. Augustine's beaches and waterways clean by hosting discounted kayaking adventures.

The playground in Eddie Vickers Park in St. Augustine's Lincolnville neighborhood.

Eddie Vickers Park

(904) 209-0322

399 Riberia St.

A community space with a playground and a variety of facilities.

End Zone

End Zone

(904) 797-2344

2446 S U.S. 1 Highway

This local sports bar has a happy hours and live music.

Featured Upcoming Events

Experience the best St. Augustine events

A classic Thanksgiving meal with a various selection of trimmings
Thursday
Nov 27

Thanksgiving Dining 2025

Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025 | Holiday Hours May Apply

Find a great place to enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving dinner while on vacation in St. Augustine.

A stage, lit with blue light, with a full audience awaiting the performance
Friday
Nov 28

Jazz Poetry Cafe

Select Fridays, Nov. 28, 2025 - Nov. 27, 2026 | 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

This cabaret-style event features musical performances and the spoken word.

Art Walk during Light Up the Beach along A1A in St. Augustine.
Saturday
Nov 29

Light Up the Beach Art Walk

Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025 | 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Stroll along A1A in St. Augustine Beach, view art, shop, and dine.

Insider Guides

A couple captured in historic downtown St. Augustine by TheCapps.co.

50 FREE Things to Do

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Kids Activities in St. Augustine

Get ready to make unforgettable memories with your kids in America's oldest city

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Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum features a number of interactive exhibits, including one that allows guests to try out their contortionism skills.

7 Unexpected & Quirky Things to Do

Discover St. Augustine's delightfully unusual attractions.

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