Saint Augustine, Florida is a great city to visit all year long. Whether you’re interested in history or culture, there are plenty of things to do in Saint Augustine. Here are our favorites:
- Hop-On/Hop-Off Trolley Tour
- Ripley’s Believe It or Not Odditorium
- Saint Augustine Beaches
- Saint Augustine Colonial Quarter
- Castillo De San Marcos
- St. Augustine Alligator Farm
- Flagler College
- St. Augustine Pirate and Treasure Museum
- Lightner Museum
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Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour
This is, by far, our favorite way to see Saint Augustine! It’s a great way to see Saint Augustine in an open-air, wheelchair-accessible vehicle. The trolley stops at all the major attractions, so you can hop on and off as you please. It’s also pet friendly and family friendly; there are no height or age restrictions.
It happens to be our favorite way to see Saint Augustine specifically because it helps us cover more ground while avoiding having to park our car multiple times per day. Plus, it’s a great option if you’re visiting with children.
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Ripley’s Believe It Or Not Odditorium Saint Augustine Florida
Ripley’s Believe It or Not Odditorium in Saint Augustine Florida is a museum that features oddities, one-of-a-kind artifacts and interactive exhibits. There are hundreds of rare and unusual artifacts, interactive games, and even a hands-on interactive exhibits.
Out front, stands an exact replica of Michelangelo’s “David”—an 18 foot tall hand carved marble statue weighing 20,000 pounds. It’s pretty incredible, and it was imported from Italy!
Saint Augustine Beaches
Saint Augustine beaches are some of the most popular places to visit in the city. Whether you want to relax on a beach chair with your favorite book, or go swimming in the ocean and explore Saint Augustine’s coastal waters, there are many options to choose from when visiting this area.
There are several different beaches in Saint Augustine that offer something for everyone:
- The Lighthouse Beach Park is located right near downtown and offers a nice view of the harbor as well as the lighthouse that gives it its name. You can also see Fort Matanzas National Monument from here, which makes it a great place for history buffs!
- Crescent Beach State Park has more than four miles of soft sand just waiting for you to enjoy! This park is one of Florida’s largest recreational parks so it tends to get crowded during peak season but there’s plenty of room for everyone who visits this beach year round.
Saint Augustine Colonial Quarter
The Saint Augustine Colonial Quarter is a living history museum, located in the heart of St. Augustine. It’s an excellent place to visit with the whole family, especially if you’re interested in learning more about Florida’s history and its role in the American Revolution. The site was first established as a tourist attraction in the 1930s.
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Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
The Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, located in St. Augustine, Florida, is a 16th-century Spanish colonial fort that overlooks the city’s harbor. It was declared a National Monument in 1924 and has been preserved as part of the National Park Service’s National Parks of Florida program since 1935.
It was built from 1672 to 1695 to defend Spain’s claim to East Florida against England as part of its New World empire. Today it stands in pretty decent condition. If you have a great sense of adventure and a love for history, you will enjoy exploring the interior of this great fort and wandering around the exterior grounds. Check the website for the reenactment schedule! You won’t be disappointed!
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St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park
The St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park is located in St. Augustine, Florida and is home to many alligators, crocodiles, snakes and other reptiles. Visitors can enjoy a zip line tour through the park or they can get up close and personal with some of the animals during gator wrestling demonstrations or gator obstacle courses. There are also petting zoo areas where visitors can interact with their own small pets while at the park. This is a great option if you have small children!
Located on ten acres of land just outside downtown Saint Augustine Florida, this popular tourist attraction combines an educational experience with fun activities such as horseback riding and nature trails for kids! The farm has been open since 1938 when it began as a simple roadside attraction along US1 Highway which passes through town before becoming A1A (Collins Avenue) just south of downtown area called Anastasia Island . They’re open year round so make sure you plan ahead before heading out there – especially if your family plans on visiting during peak season times like Christmas break vacationers who don’t mind crowds then this place may become crowded fast!
Flagler College
Flagler College is a private liberal arts college located in Saint Augustine, Florida. The building was originally built as a resort by Henry Flagler and was later converted to a college. The college was originally founded as Saint Augustine’s Institute in 1857 by the Sisters of Mercy and the Sisters of St. Joseph, two religious orders who had worked with children during the Second Seminole War. The school changed its name to Flagler College in 1998 to honor railroad tycoon Henry Morrison Flagler, who contributed $80 million toward its endowment when he died in 1913.
Flagler College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), and offers more than 40 undergraduate majors to its students. It also has a graduate program for aspiring teachers; this program is designed for those who want to earn their master’s degree without having already earned a bachelor’s degree from another institution first, or those who wish to pursue other graduate degrees while working as teachers full time.
St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum
St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum is located in the historic district of St. Augustine, Florida. The museum is housed in one of the oldest buildings in St. Augustine and has many artifacts from the Spanish, English, and French periods of history.
Lightner Museum
The Lightner Museum is a museum that is devoted to the art and history of Saint Augustine. It is located in the historic district in downtown St. Augustine and is owned and operated by the Saint Augustine Historical Society. The museum was originally founded as a private collection by Murray, John James, and Ida Lewis Yulee Lightner (who was also born in Saint Augustine). This museum contains historical artifacts from missionaries who came over on ships during colonial days as well as items like furniture made by local craftsmen. If you’re looking for something fun to do while visiting this city, this would be an excellent choice!
There are a wide variety of things to do in Saint Augustine, Florida.
Saint Augustine, Florida is a city with a rich history. We know you’ll find something wonderful to enjoy while you are there. Saint Augustine has something for everyone!
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