Discover a Frenzy of Fun on Florida’ s Historic Coast
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No matter what your hobby or interest, we have an attraction for that! With more than 60 attractions to choose from, including some great new additions, any visitor’ s“ to-do” list of adventure is going to be several days in length.
Discover a Frenzy of Fun on Florida’ s Historic Coast
There’ s so much to see and do throughout the 144-square-block Historic District. The Castillo de San Marcos rises prominently above the oldest city. The Colonial Quarter takes you on a journey through three centuries of Spanish and British colonial life.
The St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum has the world’ s largest collection of authentic pirate artifacts and a“ treasure hunt.” Climb 219 steps for an amazing view at the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum. The Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park is more than legend— it’ s the place where Pedro Menéndez founded St. Augustine. Experience the Gilded Age at the Lightner Museum or Villa Zorayda Museum, or on a tour of the Hotel Ponce de León, now Flagler College. Add to the adventure with The Treasure Chest Museum Experience, a family-friendly attraction filled with interactive exhibits and hidden gems waiting to be discovered.
Come face-to-face with celebrities, historic figures and creepy Hollywood monsters at Potter’ s Wax Museum.
Take the Old Town Trolley, Ripley’ s Red Train Tour or a horse-and-buggy ride. Ancient City Tours serves groups with history and paranormal tours.
St. Augustine Land & Sea Tours can shuttle you around town in electric slow-speed vehicles, taking you off the beaten path with tours offered in English and Spanish.
Wander through a museum of the bizarre at the family-friendly Ripley’ s Believe It or Not! Museum. At St. Augustine’ s Old Jail Museum, built in 1891, costumed“ deputies” show you cellblocks and the sheriff’ s quarters. Greet ocean friends at Marineland Dolphin Adventure and the St. Augustine Aquarium.
The Spanish Military Hospital Museum is not for the faint of heart. Your heart will melt when you see the beautiful cars of yesteryear at the Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine. And intrepid visitors can find a ghost tour every night of the week. There’ s truly something for everyone.
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A1A Scenic & Historic Coastal Byway 904-425-8055 www. scenica1a. org Friends of A1A Scenic & Historic Coastal Byway Inc. is a volunteer organization dedicated to the stewardship of the U. S. Department of Transportation-designated A1A Scenic & Historic Coastal Byway in St. Johns and Flagler counties. Friends of A1A provides complimentary visitor resources, including the collectible A1A Scenic Byway Map and the locally curated A1A Scenic Mobi Tour. Visitors and residents can enjoy signature events showcasing the coastal corridor such as the Spoonbills and Sprockets Cycling Tour or famed Super Scenic 150 Mile Garage Sale. It’ s all here for you on Florida’ s All-American Road, the A1A Scenic & Historic Coastal Byway!
bestbet St. Augustine 800 Marketplace Dr., St. Augustine, FL( located off I-95 at exit 311) 904-646-0001 www. bestbetjax. com Your ultimate gaming and entertainment hub. Enjoy 49 exciting gaming tables, including various poker games such as No Limit Hold’ em, Omaha High Low, PLO and Seven Card Stud. For the table games player, bestbet St. Augustine features Ultimate Texas Hold’ em, Three Card Poker, Fortune Pai Gow, DJ Wild and One Card Poker. Aces Sports Bar and Grill features large screens for uninterrupted sports viewing. Don’ t miss out on the sushi bar and full menu and bar. Discover a unique blend of gaming, sports and socializing at bestbet St. Augustine.
The Bilotta Collection 151 Sawgrass Corners Dr., Ste. 104 Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 904-834-3109, ext. 109 www. bilottacollection. com The Bilotta Collection is America’ s only vintage sci-fi toy and vintage arcade museum that you can view up close and personal for an experience like no other. This world-class, eclectic mix of iconic rarities provides visitors with a glimpse into the history and culture of a bygone era. Located between Jacksonville Beach and historic St. Augustine, the Bilotta Collection welcomes tours by appointment only. Experience the wonder of it all— schedule your visit today!
City Gate Spirits 11 St. George St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 904-454-8006 www. citygatespirits. com Sip on Florida Memories in historic St. Augustine! Enjoy samples of City Gate Spirits’ whiskey, moonshine, rum and vodka in their tasting room, located directly across from the Castillo de San Marcos. Voted Best Craft Specialty Spirits Distillery 2022 by USA Today!
Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine 4730 U. S. 1 S., St. Augustine, FL 32086 904-806-4625 www. ccmstaug. com Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine is a perfect complement to the rich history of this magnificent city. With cars ranging from the late 1800s to the present day, it helps portray the city through the ever-evolving automobile.
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