12 Most Fun Things to Do in St. Augustine According to Locals
St. Augustine has some of the most pristine beaches in the U.S, as well as a range of unique historical attractions such as the Fountain of Youth, the Oldest Wooden Schoolhouse and Castillo de San Marcos fort. Here are 12 favorites that locals love.
St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum
Museum
Go paddle boarding at Anastasia State Park
Park
Located near historic downtown St. Augustine, Anastasia State Park is an oasis of natural beauty and home to miles of unspoiled beaches, wildlife, campgrounds and picnic grounds. For those who’ve always wanted to try paddle boarding, head over and rent one at the watersports vendor within the park. Kayaking, canoeing, windsurfing and sailing rentals are also available. While there, take a walk along the beach and look out for the unique seashells the area is known for.
Take a Biplane Ride above St. Augustine
Church, Architectural Landmark
Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park
Museum
Castillo de San Marcos, Augustine
Archaeological site, Park
Try a St. Augustine Pub Crawl
Church, Architectural Landmark
Have a spooky encounter on a Ghost Tour
Church, Architectural Landmark
Lightner Museum
Museum
Take the boat to Fort Matanzas
Forest, Park
Old Town Trolley Tours
Church
Flagler College
Historical Landmark, Architectural Landmark
Tours of Flagler College give a look at the former Hotel Ponce de León, established in 1887 by railroad and oil magnate Henry Flagler. The National Historic Landmark is an outstanding model of Spanish Renaissance architecture. The tour through the college is an educational glimpse into the past of an exclusive, luxury resort. Tourists are able to see the Dining Hall, with its stained glass windows, the Flagler Room, which is home to one of the first publicly-used onyx Thomas Edison clocks, and the Rotunda – host to an exquisite 80-foot domed ceiling. Purchase tickets at the main lobby of the college 15 minutes before each tour. Recommended by Audra Clemons
Villa Zorayda Museum, Augustine
Building, Museum