Outreach Sailing Adventures
Shipwreck Tours and Sunset Sails Aboard the Schooner Momentum: Go for a relaxing sunset sail aboard a classic 1833 designed pilot schooner or book a cruise to look for shipwrecks with a maritime archaeologist in the afternoon. Trips are both fun and educational for the whole family. Please visit our website for pricing.
British Night Watch Parade
Of The City of St Augustine is to be held on Saturday Evening, The 5th of December, at 8 o'clock. Commencing from the Governor's House at the Plaza, thence to the City Gate and return. Loyal Citizens and Troops are asked to Partake of this Merriment, bearing Candles and Lanterns to light their way, making merry with Music and Good Company. The Parade shall conclude with a Volley of Joy and Caroling at the Plaza. across from Government House.
Lightner Museum
Enjoy wondering through the museum's setting, the former Hotel Alcazar, built in 1887 in the Spanish Renaissance style. Relics of America's Gilded Age are elegantly exhibited on the museum's three floors. Costumes, furnishings, mechanical musical instruments and other artifacts give you a glimpse into 19th century daily life. The lobby of the museum has recently been restored to the opulence of its early days as the Alcazar Hotel.
Old Town Trolley Tours of St. Augustine
For over 25 years, Old Town Trolley has provided sightseeing tours highlighting the best of St. Augustine. Hop aboard a trolley to experience Transportainment, a combination of transportation and entertainment. Our friendly conductors narrate the tour with fun trivia and stories. 100% Money Back Guarantee; Ticket is good for three consecutive days; Hop on and off all day; Exclusive stops.
Colonial Spanish Quarter Museum
Step back in time to 1740's Spanish St. Augustine.
As you stroll through this garrison town, leave today’s world behind and discover life in another time. Visit with the blacksmith, carpenter, or soldier’s wife as they go about their daily activities. Located at 29 St. George St., you'll see costumed historical interpreters tell the story of everyday life in 1740's St. Augustine when the city was a remote outpost of the Spanish Empire.
Old St. Augustine Village
Old St. Augustine Village is a collection of nine historic houses spanning the period 1790 to 1910. Explore the five exhibit galleries nestled among the buildings' courtyards and gardens. Included in the 1572 town plan of St. Augustine, this city block contains an archaeological record of a sixteenth-century hospital and cemetery, an eighteenth-century Spanish Colonial defense line, and an early St. Augustine bridge, as identified by outdoor exhibit markers. The grounds also include the site of the 1863 Emancipation Proclamation reading, which freed all slaves in Florida. The Village features the collections of museum benefactor, Kenneth Dow, and exhibits highlight St. Augustine and Florida history. Visit the Star General Store, which offers guests Florida gift items including books by local authors.
CRESCENT BEACH
Crescent Beach is located in the southern area of St. Johns County. It is situated on Anastasia Island, a wildlife refuge. This beach offers a serene, natural setting and is a great place for beachcombers. It is one of the most scenic, unspoiled beaches in Florida. Crescent beach offers boating, diving, fishing, and many other attractions. It is convenient to excellent RV and camping facilities
ST. AUGUSTINE BEACH
St. Augustine Beach is located on Anastasia Island where you can enjoy sandy beaches, the St. Johns County Pier, a playground, pavilion, fishing pier, volleyball courts, bait shops, fine restaurants, shopping and more. RV and cabin camping areas are located nearby. Vehicles are permitted on the beach within designated areas
ANASTASIA STATE PARK AND RECREATION AREA
Anastasia State Recreation Park is a protected bird sanctuary and consists of 1,700-acres and five miles of beautiful, sandy beaches. It features swimming, lifeguards, a bath house, hiking, nature trails, a boat ramp, fishing, a volleyball court, beach equipment rentals such as umbrellas and beach chairs, canoes, nature trails, grills and picnic areas, concessions, a covered pavilion, gift shops, playgrounds, and camping. Vehicles are prohibited from driving on the beach at this time.
Hours and Admission fees: Hours are generally 8:00am until sundown. Admission per vehicle (up to 8 people) is $3.25. Each additional person is $1.00. Walk-in or bicycling admission is $1.00.
VILANO BEACH
This serene beach is a local "best-kept secret" offering a wide variety of vacation rentals, lodging, waterfront restaurants, the Vilano Beach Fishing Pier, parasailing and Sea Doo rentals, and many parks. Be sure to visit Surfside Park, 3070 Coastal Hwy, and enjoy a picnic shelter, beach access and outside showers. You may even choose to charter a deep sea fishing boat or a sailboat. Vehicles are permitted on the beach within designated areas.
