Peacock at the
Fountain of Youth
Family Friendly
Budget Travel magazine editors selected St. Augustine
as one of the top 12 destinations when traveling with
toddlers, tweens and teens. And, nearby Ponte Vedra
Inn & Club was named by Travel + Leisure magazine as
the number one family hotel in America.
Florida’s Family Friendly Coast
Att ractions keep litt le hands busy
Historic attractions that keep little kids busy include the Pirate and
Treasure Museum’s scavenger hunt and the seafaring adventure
on the Black Raven. Sip the water, pet a peacock and explore the
Timucuan Indian Village at the Fountain of Youth. Explore the
oddities at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum.
Teens and Tweens Find Adventure
Teens and tweens will enjoy the many water sports on Florida’s
Historic Coast. Paddle the waterways in your choice of a kayak
or stand-up paddleboard (SUP), or try a surfi ng lesson. Feed the
alligators at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm and Zoological Park
and hunt for shark teeth at Mickler’s Landing in Ponte Vedra Beach.
Climb 219 steps to the top of the St. Augustine Lighthouse. Take
the 3D movie experience at the World Golf Village IMAX Theater.
See the world from behind the bars at the frontier-era Old Jail.
Check out St. Augustine’s haunted spots on a ghost tour.
Pirate and Treasure Museum
Kayak tour
Togetherness Comes in All Forms
Get the family active together with a hike at Anastasia State Park
or the GTM Research Reserve where you’ll see plenty of wildlife.
Experience the undersea world at Marineland—where you can
swim with the dolphins—and St. Augustine Aquarium’s snorkel
adventure. After all that adventure, sit back and enjoy the ride
on the St. Augustine Scenic Cruise. Then enjoy a treat on the
Whetstone Chocolate Factory Tour.
Dads and Moms Can Enjoy Their Hobbies
Dads will want to schedule time on the links at one of the golf
courses at World Golf Village, then tour the World Golf Hall of Fame
to see surprising artifacts from the Hall’s members. Ladies can
shop till they drop at St. Augustine’s two outlet malls or at unique
boutiques, vintage stores or antique shops in St. Augustine and
Ponte Vedra Beach.
Dining Doesn’t Have to Be Difficult
Dining on the Historic Coast is plentiful and varied. There are many
casual options for families and restaurants are dedicated to serving
up fresh local produce and seafood. The area’s many independent
restaurants serve up heritage-inspired dishes for adults and kids
who want to try something new and plenty of familiar favorites for
even the pickiest eaters.
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