Is the St. Augustine Trolley Worth It? An Honest Visitor’s Guide St. Augustine’s sightseeing trolley is nearly as recognizable as the Castillo, the Bridge of Lions and visitors attempting to walk brick streets in brand-new sandals. But recognition does not automatically make it the right purchase for every trip. Historic downtown is remarkably walkable, and several...
What should you do in St. Augustine when it’s too hot to walk around? On extremely hot St. Augustine days, plan outdoor activities for the morning and save air-conditioned attractions, a long lunch, your hotel pool or a break at your hotel for the hottest part of the afternoon. Check the heat index—not just the temperature—before heading to the beach, and...
If you’re planning a trip to St. Augustine, especially with children or if you’ve never visited before, you may be wondering how safe the city actually feels once you’re here. The short answer: St. Augustine is generally a comfortable destination for visitors, and most travelers explore the Historic District, beaches, attractions and restaurants...
Everything You Need to Know Before Visiting One of Florida’s Most Beautiful Beaches Written by Locals. Trusted by Travelers. Editor’s Note Every recommendation in this guide has been carefully chosen to help you experience St. Augustine Beach the way locals do. Some are well-known favorites, while others are the little discoveries that visitors often...
Everything you need for the perfect day at the beaches of St. Augustine—from sunscreen and beach chairs to the local favorites visitors almost always wish they had packed. Editor’s Note Whether it’s your first visit to Florida or your fiftieth, there’s something special about spending the day on one of St. Augustine’s beautiful beaches. Over...
What is there to do around State Road 206 and A1A in St. Augustine? The State Road 206 and A1A corridor offers some of St. Augustine’s best beaches and hidden gems, including Crescent Beach, Matanzas Inlet, Washington Oaks Gardens State Park, Fort Matanzas National Monument, Marineland Dolphin Adventure, fishing at Matanzas Bridge, beach access parking, and...
What are the best campgrounds in St. Augustine? The best campgrounds in St. Augustine include Anastasia State Park, North Beach Camp Resort, Sun Outdoors St. Augustine, St. Augustine KOA Holiday, St. Augustine RV Resort, and Stagecoach RV Park. These campgrounds offer everything from beach access and tent camping to luxury RV resorts and family-friendly amenities...
Getting to St. Augustine One of the first questions visitors ask when planning a trip to St. Augustine is simple: How do we actually get there? St. Augustine feels tucked away in the best possible way. It has the charm of a small historic coastal city, but it sits within reach of several major Florida airports, making it surprisingly convenient for visitors flying in...
What are the best breakfast restaurants in St. Augustine? There are plenty of places to get breakfast in St. Augustine. But where you should eat depends a lot on what you plan to do after breakfast. If you want to get downtown early, enjoy breakfast and then walk St. George Street before the crowds arrive, I wouldn’t send you across town just because a...
