From historic landmarks and cultural treasures to coastal adventures and family-friendly fun, St. Augustine’s one-of-a-kind attractions bring the nation’s oldest city to life in every season.
Fun Things to See & Do in ST. AUGUSTINE
Gilded Age | Architecture | Tiffany Glass | Grand Rotunda
One of St. Augustine’s most spectacular historic landmarks, Flagler College began as Henry Flagler’s grand Hotel Ponce de Leon in 1888. Explore breathtaking Spanish Renaissance architecture, an impressive grand rotunda, Tiffany stained glass, and beautifully preserved Gilded Age interiors.
Former Alcazar Hotel | Fine Art | Historic Pool
| Gilded Elegance | Architecture
The Lightner Museum is a premier cultural institution in downtown St. Augustine, Florida. Founded in 1948 by publisher Otto C. Lightner, the museum is celebrated for its stunning Spanish Renaissance Revival architecture and its massive, eclectic collection of 19th-century and Gilded Age fine and decorative art.
Iconic 17th-century Spanish Fort | Coquina Fortress | Cannon Firings
Standing on St. Augustine’s waterfront for more than 350 years, Castillo de San Marcos is the oldest masonry fort in the continental United States. Built by the Spanish from coquina stone, explore historic bastions, the gun deck, sweeping views of Matanzas Bay, and living-history programs that bring the fortress’s remarkable past to life.
Living History | Blacksmith | Interactive | Colonial Living
On the Living History Tour, you can imagine life in St. Augustine for hundreds of years. See and Experience how our citizens lived, worked and played while defending against attack. Learn about blacksmithing and cover your ears for a live cannon demonstration! Visit a home that’s over 270 years old. Climb the watchtower and look for ships on the horizon. The St. Augustine Colonial Experience allows you to understand the success of the oldest permanent European Settlement in North America. History awaits you.
Great Cross | Sacred Grounds | History | Pilgrimage
Mission Nombre de Dios is a historic religious site in associated with the earliest enduring Spanish Catholic mission in what is now the continental United States. It commemorates the founding of St. Augustine in 1565 and remains an active place of worship, pilgrimage, and historical interpretation, making it one of the city's most significant landmarks.
219-Step Climb | Atlantic Views | Maritime History | Iconic Beacon
The St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum is a historic lighthouse and maritime museum on Anastasia Island in . Best known for its distinctive black-and-white striped tower and active navigational beacon, it preserves centuries of the region's coastal and seafaring history while serving as a major cultural attraction.
Legendary Spring | History | Spanish Colonial History | Discovery
The Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park is a historic attraction and active archaeological site in that combines centuries of history with the enduring legend of the Fountain of Youth. It is best known as the location where archaeological evidence places the earliest Spanish settlement of St. Augustine and where visitors can explore exhibits connected to both Native American and Spanish colonial history.
Step inside the Oldest Wooden School House to explore its historic classroom and living quarters while discovering what education was like in early St. Augustine. Self-guided tours are available throughout the day; reservations are not required.
Located on St. George Street.
Historic | Schoolhouse | Colonial | Education
Dolphin Encounters | Marine Life
| Oceanfront Setting | Established 1938
Marineland Dolphin Adventure is a historic oceanfront attraction established in 1938. Best known for its dolphin encounters, it combines interactive experiences with marine education, research and conservation.
Wildlife | Alligators | Exotic Animals | Zip Line
St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park
One of St. Augustine’s favorite wildlife experiences, featuring alligators, crocodiles and an impressive variety of animals from around the world. Explore engaging exhibits, learn about wildlife conservation, and add a little adventure with the park’s aerial zip-line course.
SUNSET AT THE CASTILLO
DE SAN MARCOS SEAWALL
WALK ACROSS the bridge of lions
Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine
RELAX AT THE PLAZA LA CONSITITION
walk down AVILLES STREET
america's oldest street
discover ST. GEORGE STREET
EXPLORE VILANO BEACH
VISIT FORT MOSE HISTORIC PARK
enjoy FREE MUSIC AT
COLONIAL OAKS on st. george
visit Saint Augustine Beaches
free TOUR of Memorial Presbyterian Church
TOUR FLAGLER COLLEGE for free