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Colonial
Spanish Quarter
53 St.
George St.
St. Augustine, FL 32085
904-825-6830
Hours: Open
Year-Round, daily 9am - 5:30pm
Admission
Charged
This living
history museum brings to life the world of the early Spanish colonists
in a military town. Visit with the soldiers and their families and learn
about their daily lives. You may also meet various craftspeople, such as
a candle maker, leatherworker, herbalist, blacksmith or carpenter.
Ghost
Tours of St. Augustine
4 St. George
St.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
904-461-1009
Hours: Open
Year-Round; Tours: Sun. - Thurs. 8pm, Fri. - Sat. 8pm and
9:30pm; Memorial Day - Labor Day: 8pm and 9:30pm
Admission
Charged
St.
Augustine's original ghost tour company, offering 4 great tours. "A
Ghostly Experience" evening walking tour that started it all; "Haunted
Lighthouse" eerie walk at the lighthouse; "Ghosts of the Matanzas"
entertaining cruise aboard the 72' Schooner Freedom - "there be pirates
here"; and "Shadows of the Past," a ride aboard the Grey Ghost Train and
entry to the Haunted Castle and Old Schoolhouse.
Harbor
Shuttle of St. Augustine
Oyster Creek
Marina
St. Augustine, FL 32084
904-501-4249
Hours: Call for additional information
Admission
Charged
Scenic
harbor cruises and water transportation service features evening pirate
treasure hunt cruises and eco-tours.
Lightner
Museum
75 King St.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
904-824-2874
Hours: Open Year-Round except Christmas day; daily, 9am – 5pm
Admission
Charged
Exhibits of
diverse 19th century decorative arts and fine arts are found in the
Lightner Museum. Featured are collections of glass, porcelain, toys,
natural history, Victorian collectibles and mechanical musical
instruments. The museum is housed in the former Alcazar Hotel, an 1888
National Register Building.
Museum of
Weapons & Early American History
81-C King
St.
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
904-829-3727
Admission
Charged
The Museum
of Weapons & Early American History exhibits swords, rifles, muskets,
pistols, and unusual firearms. See shipwreck artifacts, Native American
artifacts and various curiosities of the 16th through 19th centuries.
View President Tylers piano and one of Florida's finest Civil War
exhibit. Everything is authentic! The Museum is a harmonious blend of
historically significant items and a moving reminder of the past.
Old
Florida Museum
254 D San
Marco Ave.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
904-824-8874
Hours: Open year round, 10am – 5pm
Admission
Charged
Old Florida
Museum - St. Augustine's "hands-on" museum. What better way to compare
one period of history to another than through the daily living
activities, everyday objects, and recreational pastimes of its people?
Games, food, weapons and tools convey the story of how life changed -
and how it remained the same from Indian to Pioneer times in old
Florida. Old Florida Museum also specializes in Educational programs.
Visit the Old Florida General Store specializing in old fashioned gifts
and toys.
Old Town
Trolley Tours of St. Augustine
167 San
Marco Ave.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
904-829-3800
Hours: Open
year round, 8:30am – 5pm
Admission
Charged
The tour
covers over 100 sights of interest and has 20 stops where you can hop on
or off to sightsee, shop or dine. The tour includes a three-day pass
onboard the trolley, free tickets to the Florida Heritage Museum, and a
free pass on the St. Augustine Beach Bus for all of your transportation
needs. “See the best first" onboard a green and orange trolley. Board at
the Old Jail complex located at 167 San Marco Avenue. Free parking
available.
Oldest
House Museum Complex
14 St.
Francis St.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
904-824-2872
Hours: Open
year round, 9am – 5pm
Admission
Charged
The Oldest
House Museum Complex features the Gonzalez-Alvarez House, Florida's
oldest surviving Spanish Colonial dwelling. The complex also includes
the Manucy Museum, the only exhibit in St. Augustine covering 400 years
of the city's history; the Museum of Florida's Military, an exhibition
gallery with rotating exhibits, an ornamental garden, picnic tables, and
the Museum Store, which carries unique items and an outstanding
selection of books relating to the history of the area.
The
Oldest Wooden School House in the USA
14 St.
George St.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
904-824-0192
Hours: Open
year round, 9am – 5pm
Admission
Charged
Let your
first lesson in history begin at The Oldest Wooden School House. The
Professor invites you into his classroom to teach you what school life
was like over 200 years ago. Compare your school days with those of the
old days. The wooden building is one of St. Augustine's oldest surviving
structures. Originally built as a home in the 1700's, antique
furnishings from that period are displayed in the kitchen, living room
and bedroom. Enjoy the beautiful garden. Free Diploma upon Graduation.
Ponce de
Leon’s Fountain of Youth
11 Magnolia
Ave.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
904-829-3168
Hours: Open year round, 9am – 5pm
Admission
Charged
The Nation's
first chapter in history begins at Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth.
Observe foundations and artifacts of the first St. Augustine mission and
colony. Discover navigational techniques used by early explorers in
their Planetarium. View the first 100 years of Spanish Exploration
during the Discovery Globe presentation. Witness Indian Life in their
Timucuan 1580 Exhibit. Enjoy a drink from the fabled Fountain of Youth
Spring as you stroll about the beautiful gardens.
Potter’s
Wax Museum
17 King St.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
904-829-9056
Hours: Open Year-Round; Sun. - Thurs. 9am – 5pm, Fri. - Sat. 9am – 9pm
Admission
Charged
George L.
Potter's famous collection of lifelike wax figures awaits you. Fun and
educational, you'll interact with over 160 "cool" wax stars. New
additions all the time. See the comical theater show and working
artist's studio.
Ripley’s
Believe It Or Not! Museum
19 San Marco
Ave.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
904-824-1606
Hours: Open
daily, 9am – 8pm
Admission
Charged
The original Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum features over 800
exhibits of unique and unusual oddities and curiosities, many from
Robert Ripley's private collection. Ripley's St. Augustine is in the
"Castle Warden," an 1887 historic Moorish Revival-style mansion located
at the edge of St. Augustine's historic district. Explore our
interactive galleries and cultural artifacts then stop in the new Cargo
Hold Gift Shop featuring exciting merchandise from around the world.
Scenic &
Historic A1A Scenic Highway
St.
Augustine, FL 32085
904-823-2519
Call for
additional information
Admission
Free
Approx. 52
mi. along A1A from the Duval County/St. Johns County line to the St.
Johns/Flagler County line.
St.
Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park
999
Anastasia Blvd. (S. A1A Hwy.)
St. Augustine, FL 32080
904-824-3337
Hours: Open
year round, 9am – 5pm
Admission
Charged
One of
Florida's oldest and finest attractions featuring the rare white
alligator. See all 23 species of crocodilians from around the world, and
an array of exotic birds and animals. The natural bird rookery is
considered one of the best viewing spots for wading and nesting birds in
the country.
St.
Augustine Lighthouse and Museum
81
Lighthouse Ave.
St. Augustine, FL 32080
904-829-0745
Hours: Open
daily, 9am – 6pm
Admission
Charged
Discover St.
Augustine's rich maritime history at the site of Florida's first
lighthouse. Climb the 165-foot tall tower for a breathtaking view of
historic downtown and the beaches. Enjoy living history activities,
shipwreck artifacts and interactive exhibits in the beautifully restored
Victorian keepers' house museum. New in 2004 - "From Beans to Bullets"
features artifacts from the 1874 shipwreck of the British supply sloop
"Industry."
St.
Augustine Scenic Cruise
St.
Augustine Municipal Marina
St. Augustine, FL 32084
904-824-1806
Hours: Open
year round, except Christmas Day; Cruises: 11am, 1pm, 2:45pm, 4:30pm,
6:45pm and 8:30pm. Extended summer hours.
Admission
Charged
Relax and
enjoy a one hour and fifteen minute cruise aboard the Victory III.
Departs daily from the Municipal Marina, in downtown St. Augustine.
Enjoy a unique view of St. Augustine available only from the water.
Narrated tours provide an incomparable way to enjoy St. Augustine's
historic landmarks and natural sites of interest.
St.
Augustine Sightseeing Trains
170 San
Marco Ave.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
904-829-6545
Hours: Open
year round except Christmas Day, 8:30am – 5pm
Admission
Charged
A narrated
tour with stops at all major attractions, historical sites, restaurants
and shopping. Choose from seven optional tour plans. Regular tour
ticket includes conducted seven-mile train tour of Old City with
unlimited on and off privileges at over 20 stops for three consecutive
days. Minimum time, one hour. Package tours with discounted attraction
tickets included. Call for complimentary shuttle to and from your hotel.
Plenty of free parking.
The St.
Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine
41 St.
George St.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
904-829-8205
Hours: Open
daily except Christmas Day and Eastern Sunday; 9am – 5pm
Admission
Free
The St.
Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine is a living memorial to the first
Greek settlers on the American continent and to all the Greek Orthodox
pioneers whose love of freedom and desire for a better life for
themselves and their children brought them to this new world.
Whetstone
Chocolates Factory Tour
2 Coke Rd.
St. Augustine, FL 32086
904-825-1700
Hours: Open year round except major holidays, call for exact hours
Admission
Free and Free Sample
Tours are
free, everyone receives a free sample. Self-guided tour includes a
15-minute DVD and a walk through the factory where you'll see chocolates
being made. Guided tours available for groups of 15 or more, call
904-825-1700 x 24. Allow one hour for tour and shopping in outlet store.
World
Gold Hall of Fame & IMAX Theater
One World
Golf Pl.
St. Augustine, FL 32092
904-940-4123
Open
Year-Round except Christmas and Thanksgiving
Hours: Hall
of Fame: Mon. - Sat. 10am – 6pm; Sun. noon – 6pm. Call for IMAX show
times: 904-940-IMAX
Admission
Charged
Celebrating
the game, its history and its players, the World Golf Hall of Fame
celebrates the greatest contributors and players in the game. The Hall
features historical and interactive exhibits that enable visitors to
experience some of golf’s most exciting moments. Several special
exhibits open each year. The adjacent IMAX Theater is a larger-than-life
adventure where the visitor becomes part of the experience.
Ximenez-Fatio House Museum
20 Aviles
St.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
904-829-3575
Hours: Open
year round except major holidays, call for hours of operation
Admission
Charged
X-perience
one of St. Augustine's most authentic historic sites, a 19th Century
haven for sea captains and soldiers, writers and rebels, tourists and
travelers. Fragrant orange trees introduce visitors to this remarkably
preserved inn. Learn about Seminoles and statehood, food and fashion,
bathing and bed bugs. Displays include a rare ca. 1650 Caravaca Cross. A
National Historic Landmark, south of the Plaza. |
