Beautiful flowers to enhance springtime gardens will be for sale.

Spring in the Oldest City

Coastal charm in full bloom.

As if our city wasn't charming enough, just wait until you see it in spring. As winter fades, St. Augustine blooms in all the right ways. Here, spring is a season of discovery. Stroll along sun-dappled streets, enjoy perfect weather for uncovering our history or catching an outdoor concert, find a relaxing stay in a bed & breakfast, and hit the stress reset button with some well-earned time outdoors. Whether you're looking for a more relaxed place to enjoy spring break or just wanting to explore the Oldest City before the summer crowds hit, spring is the perfect time to visit St. Augustine.

  • The beautiful garden at the Spanish Military Hospital Museum in St. Augustine.
  • A lone flower in one section of the St. Johns County Botanical Garden
  • A covered pathway with benches and potted plants lining the sides
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Go Where the Day Takes You

You don't need a plan, every step outside is the right direction. From beautiful parks to farmers markets, our city has it all.

Blooms to Beaches

It's the perfect season to connect with nature and enjoy all St. Augustine has to offer.

Waterfront terrace with a Mediterranean-style facade, overlooking a beach with blue parasols and sun loungers

Hit the Beach

Less heat, more space, and every reason to stay.

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Bright pink flowers among greenery in the foreground with a pond and fountain in the background

Parks & Natural Spaces

Wander trails, coastal preserves, and quiet green spaces perfect for spring picnics and slow strolls.

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An assortment of plants on sell

Amphitheatre Farmers Market

Spend a spring morning browsing local produce, handmade goods, and live music.

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  • The Spanish Wine festival celebrates Spanish wine and culture to benefit local charities.
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Spring Festivals

Every weekend brings something new in St. Augustine—seafood fests by the bay, open-air art shows, Celtic music, wine tastings, and the kind of quirky, only-here events that make you want to cancel your return trip.

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Bucket List Attractions

Discover a new side of St. Augustine as beautiful spring weather invites you to explore more and do more.

Ancient City Slingshots make it fun to see the sights, such as the Lions on Anastasia, in St. Augustine.

Ancient City Slingshots

Feel the spring breeze as you zip through town in a three-wheeled, open-air Slingshot—part joyride, part photo op, and fully unforgettable.

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A one-tenth scale replica of a Moorish Castle, Villa Zorayda Museum is a popular attraction in St. Augustine, Florida.

Villa Zorayda Museum

Step into a Moroccan-style mansion filled with mystery, mosaics, and one of the most unique private art collections in Florida.

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Old Florida Museum at the Florida Agricultural Museum

Old Florida & Agricultural Museums

Travel back in time with hands-on activities, farm animals, and living history exhibits that bring Florida’s pioneer past to life.

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The gazebo, beside an old oak and a rock-lined pond, at Washington Oaks State Park

Washington Oaks Gardens

Wander through formal rose gardens, shaded oak groves, and winding trails and let spring unfold in every direction. Just a short drive from St. Augustine, this coastal state park is the perfect spot for a slow stroll, a quiet picnic, or golden-hour photos along the coquina-lined beach.

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Spring Plates & Porch Pours

Evil Triple Chocolate Cake at the Raintree Restaurant

Raintree Restaurant

This local favorite offers dining with a beautiful garden courtyard.

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A container of wine bottles at an outdoor event

Casa de Vino 57

This tucked away wine bar’s hidden courtyard offers a calm, garden-like setting for spring sipping.

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A wrap sandwich from Crave

Crave

Overlooking the San Sebastian River, Crave is St. Augustine’s go-to for fresh, colorful, feel-good food.

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  • The STAAA courtyard at 22 Marine Street in St. Augustine.
  • STAAA Fall Members Show | Artwork by Abby Howard Murphy
  • Part of the 2018 STAAA Nature Exhibit in St. Augustine.
  • Painting of a boy reaching for fireflies, courtesy of St. Augustine Art Association
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Brushstrokes of the Season

Each spring, the St. Augustine Art Association showcases fresh creative spirit at its Spring Members Art Show. This juried exhibit, featuring work from local and regional artists, is free and open to the public.

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Insider Tips for Spring

A statue of St. Francis on the grounds of the Nombre de Dios in St. Augustine.

5 Great Places to Walk

From shady trails to scenic bayfront strolls, discover the best places to stretch your legs.

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Beautiful gate and greenery

Romantic Things to Do

Plan the perfect spring date with cozy restaurants, scenic strolls, and sunset views you’ll never forget.

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A wooded trug carried by a woman with filled with fresh herbs and fruits

Local Farmers Markets

Shop fresh, eat local, and explore the city’s best open-air markets bursting with spring flavor.

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Sponsored Partners

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Ocean Sands Beach Boutique Inn

Featured Events

The audience at an outdoor event applauding after a speaker
Thursday
Dec 10

Pecha Kucha: Good Grief

Thursday, Dec. 10, 2026 | 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Spend an evening listening to presentations about a universal human experience.

A large powerboat decorated with hundreds of holiday lights, and with a rock band on the bow for the Regatta of Lights boat parade in historic St. Augustine
Saturday
Dec 12

Regatta of Lights 2026

Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026 | 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

The local yacht club hosts the Nights of Lights boat parade.