places to go / st augustine
Adventure Landing
St. Augustine
18-hole miniature golf course, a 1/4 mile go-kart track, a kiddy go-kart track, batting cages and a large game room. (Formally Augustine Family Fun Factory)
Now Open: World's largest inflatable water slide. The Hippo Slide towers 35 feet in the air and 175 long.
Adventure Landing / 904-827-9400 /2780 State Rd 16, St. Augustine/ www.adventurelanding.com
Anastasia Mini Golf
904-825-0101 / 701 Anastasia Blvd, St. Augustine
Anastasia State Park
904-461-2033 / 1340-A A1A South, St. Augustine / Anastasia State Park
Bayfront Golf
Florida's oldest miniature golf course. Overlooks the Matanzas Bay. Adults are $4.50 and kids are $3.50 and with the purchase of the Sightseeing Train ticket, Golf is FREE!
904-829-1673 / 111 Avenida Menedez / www.bayfrontgolf.com
Beaches - St. Augustine Area
Life guards are on duty Memorial Day through Labor. Call the beach of your choice to check tide conditions before leaving or click here for current weather and tide information.
Beaches on Anastasia Island
Crescent Beach
2106 A1A South, St. Johns County Pier
St. Augustine Beach
904-471-1596 / 2106 A1A South, St. Johns County Pier / www.staugustinebeach.net
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Beaches on A1A (heading toward Ponte Vedra)
North Beach
North (Usina) Beach / A1A, St. Augustine / North (Usina) Beach
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation / 904-209-0655 or toll free 1-877-4SJCGOV / www.co.st-johns.fl.us
Black Raven Adventures Pirate Ship
The crew will be taking you back in time as soon as you board the ship. History, Mystery, Magic, and Mayhem will be course.
1-877-578-5050 / 111 Avenida Menedez St / www.blackravenadventures.com
Castillo de San Marcos
The Castillo was built "to protect and defend Spain’s claims in the New World. Though caught in the whirlwinds of colonial warfare and intrigue, it was never defeated in battle. Its scarred walls still stand witness to over 330 years of history and culture." The Castillo de San Marcos is open to the public from 8:45am to 5:15pm every day of the year except December 25. (The ticket booth closes at 4:45pm.) Entrance fee (valid for six days) is $6 for adults and children ages 16 and over. Children 15 and under are admitted free of charge but must be accompanied by an adult.
904-829-6506 / 1 South Castillo Drive, St. Augustine / www.nps.gov/casa
Colonial Spanish Quarter Museum
“Experience the sights, sounds and smells of a town in historic Spanish Florida” in this living history museum where costumed interpreters go about daily life in 1740. Museum hours are Monday - Sunday, 9am-5:30pm. The last ticket is sold at 4:45pm. Rates are $6.89 for adults, $4.24 for students ages 6-18, $13.78 for families (2 parents & children age 6-18), and $5.83 for seniors and military. St. Johns County Residents are admitted for free with ID. Neighboring restaurants include The Spanish Bakery, open 9:30am-3pm, and Saint George Street Eatery, open 10am-5pm.
904-825-6830 / 53 St. George St, St. Augustine / Colonial Spanish Quarter Museum
Davenport Park
A two-acre park with carousel, grills and playgrounds. Located at San Carlos and San Marco Avenue.
180 San Marco Ave / Davenport Park
Faver-Dykes State Park
904-794-0997 / 1000 Faver Dykes Rd, St , St. Augustine / Faver-Dykes State Park
Fiesta Falls Mini Golf
Miniature golf with 8 waterfalls, caves, a 65 ft. Spanish ship and a view of the ocean from the mountaintop gazebo.
904-461-5571 / 818 Beach Blvd (A1A), St. Augustine Beach / Fiesta Falls Mini Golf
Florida's Oldest House
A National Historic Landmark, the González-Alvarez House is the oldest surviving Spanish Colonial dwelling in Florida. The site has been occupied since the 1600s and the present house dates to the early 1700s. Learn 400 years of Florida history, peek into a typical 18th Century Kitchen and more. Open daily 9-5. Children under 6 - Free; Children 6-18 and college $4; Adults $8, Seniors 55+ and Military $7, Family $16. Group discounts available. Click on link and print coupon for $1.00 off adult admission.
904-824-2872 / 14 St. Francis St., St. Augustine / Florida's Oldest House
Historical Tours - St. Augustine
Lady Bug Tours
904-813-1229
Provides custom local history tours of Jacksonville, Amelia Island, and St. Augustine, as well as sightseeing tours
Home Depot Kids' Workshops
Free "How-To Clinics" for children ages 5-12. Offered the first Sat of each month between 9am and 12 noon. Children accompanied by an adult construct projects from pre-fabricated kits. The kits are designed to be both educational and practical. Teaches do-it-yourself skills and tool safety.
904-824-3657 / 1750 US Hwy 1 South / www.homedepot.com
Libraries - St. Augustine
Main Branch / 904-827-6940 / 1960 North Ponce de Leon Blvd, St. Augustine
Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 10am - 8pm
Thursday, Friday: 10am - 6pm
Saturday: 10am - 5pm
Sunday: Closed
Southeast Branch / 904-827-6900 / 6670 US 1 South, St. Augustine
Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 10am - 8pm
Wednesday, Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday Closed
Anastasia Island Branch / 904-209-3730 / 124 Seagrove Main St, St Augustine Beach
Hours
Tuesday and Thursday, 10am - 8pm
Wednesday and Friday, 10am - 6pm
Saturday, 10am - 5pm
Sunday and Monday: Closed
904-287-4929 / www.sjcpls.org
Lightner Museum
Open daily 9am - 5pm (last admission at 4pm). Closed Christmas Day. Admission is $8 for adults, $2 for children ages 12-18, and free for children under 12 years of age.The cafe is open Tue-Sat, 11:30am - 3pm.
904-824-2874 / 75 King Street / www.lightnermuseum.org
Marineland
Guests are able to view the dolphins through 6 by 10 foot acrylic windows as they swim, play, and interact with guests in programs, alongside the pristine Atlantic coastline. General admission $3.50 12 and under; $8 Adults. Guest can also choose from a variety of interactive programs which range from enjoying dolphins up-close, to the opportunity to swim with the dolphins for additional fees. Click link to make reservations online.
904-471-1111 / 9600 Ocean Shore Blvd / www.marineland.net
Michael's Arts and Crafts
Craft projects each Saturday at 10am. $2 per project
904-829-9664 / 305 SR 312 W / www.michaels.com
Movie Theaters - St. Augustine
Pot Belly's Cinema Plus
904-829-3101 / 36 Granada St, St Augustine
EPIC 16
212 Theatre Drive at SR 207, Saint Augustine
World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX Theater
904-940-4123 / 1 World Golf Place
The theater is situated within the complex, directly across the water from the PGA Tour Stop. Read synopses and purchase IMAX tickets online by clicking here.
To read synopses for G through P-13 movies currently playing, visit Jax4Kids.com's Movies page.
Old Florida Museum
Hands-on activities allow for an entertaining and fun journey into Florida's past. Open 7 days a week, 10am-5pm
904-824-8874 / 254 San Marco Ave / www.oldfloridamuseum.com
Old St. Augustine Village
A collection of nine historic houses spanning the period 1790 to 1910 on one city block. Open daily 9am-5pm. Entrance on Cordova Street. Call prior to your visit for more information about upcoming programs.
904-823-9722 / 246 St. George St / www.old-staug-village.com
Oldest Wooden School House
Built prior to 1763, the school remains as it was over two centuries ago. $3 for adults, $2 for children 6-12, under 6 free. Open every day except Christmas.
904-824-0192 or 888-OLD-SCHL / 14 St. George Street, St. Augustine
Palm Valley Ranch
A working Christian horse ranch offering beach and trails rides by appointment. No experience necessary.
Palm Valley Ranch / 7120 Old State Road 207, Elkton / www.palmvalleyranch.org
Paws Dog Park at Treaty Park
A ¾ acre playground for dogs offering drinking fountains, a lounging pool, fire hydrants, and open spaces for playing catch. Click link for more info. Located within Treaty Park.
904-829-8807 / 1595 Wildwood Drive, St. Augustine / Paws Dog Park at Treaty Park
Potter's Wax Museum
Over 160 wax figures portraying famous people from history and icons of popular culture.
800-584-4781 / 17 King Street / www.potterswax.com
Ripley's Believe It Or Not
Over 750 exhibits to fascinate, delight and entertain the whole family.
Adults are $14.99 and kids are $7.99. AAA and Active Military Discounts available.
The museum is open every day from 9am until 8pm
904-824-1606 / 19 San Marco Ave / www.staugustine-ripleys.com
Ripley's Ghost Adventures
Ripley's Ghost Train Adventure Or Ripley's Walking Ghost Adventure. The tours run Tuesday through Saturday night beginning at 8pm. Participants will receive a disposable camera. Some walking involved, including an after hours introduction to the paranormal activity at Ripley's Believe It or Not.
The Ghost Train Adventure can be experienced every Tuesday through Saturday evening, with extra nights during major holiday weekends. The first train of the evening leaves Ripley's at 8:30 p.m. The cost is $26.00 per adult and $13.00 per child (6-12).
904-824-1606 / 170 San Marco Avenue St. Augustine / www.redtrains.com
Robert-Lauryn Skate Park
Plenty of room for skateboarders of all ages and abilities, with a Little Dudes Park for beginning skaters and those under the age of 12 to hone their skills. Located within Treaty Park. Admission is free.
904-829-3555 / 1595 Wildwood Dr / Robert-Laryn Skate Park
Sailors Paddlers and Rowers of St. Augustine
Free sailboat charters with paid $25 annual membership fee. SPARS also offers sailing classes, basic dinghy sailing, and safe boating instruction for children and adults.
904-810-1966 / Lighthouse Park, St. Augustine / www.spars.us
St. Augustine Alligator Farm
Enjoy daily shows and animal exhibits featuring alligators, snakes, birds, and mammals. The exhibits include Maximo, a 15 foot, 3 inch, 1250 pound alligator; a wading bird rookery; albino alligators; a preserved 18 foot long alligator; and exotic birds and mammals. The St. Augustine Alligator Farm is open daily from 9am-5pm (until 6pm during the summer). Admission is $21.95 for adults (12 and up), $10.95 children (ages 3-11), $9.98 for adults in wheelchairs, $5.48 for children in wheelchairs. Extended summer hours are 9am-6pm. There is a snack bar on site, or you can leave for lunch since the admission price includes re-entry into the park all day.
904-824-3337 / 999 Anastasia Blvd, St. Augustine / www.alligatorfarm.us
St. Augustine Helicopter Tours
See St. Augustine from the air. Two person minimum.
904-824-5506 / St. Augustine Airport, 4900 US 1 N, Ste 400 / www.oldcityhelicopters.com
St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum
“Climb the 219 steps to the top of the tower and learn about St. Augustine's maritime past”. Children must be 44” to climb. Plan on spending at least one hour to tour the site and climb the tower. The last ticket to climb the tower is sold at 5:45pm. Admission is $8 for adults; $7 for seniors; $6 for children ages 6-11; and free for children under 6 years of age, active and retired military, and their families. For those who are not interested in climbing, admission is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors, and $4 for children ages 6-11. Pick up a fun scavenger hunt flyer: There is a version for kids not able to climb as well as one for those who are.
904-829-0745 / 81 Lighthouse Ave / www.staugustinelighthouse.com
St. Johns County Fishing Pier
A 4-acre beachfront park. Offers fishing, a playground, picnic tables, a covered Pavilion, bait, ice, tackle, refreshments, and lighted beach volleyball courts. Restrooms and showers are also available. Daily sightseeing tickets are 50 cents per person. Daily fishing passes are $1 for children, $2 for adults. Season fishing passes are $15 for children and adults.
904-461-0119 / 350 Beach Blvd, St. Augustine Beach / St. Johns County Fishing Pier
St. Johns County Parks
904-209-0333 / St. Johns County Parks
Swing Park
Corner of San Marco Ave and May St (A1A)
Treaty Park
Offers many opportunities for active and passive recreation: Wide open spaces for Frisbee, sports, or kite flying; a fenced playground; picnic tables; a 3-acre lake for fishing; many lighted sports courts; walking trails; and more. Also included in Treaty Park is the Robert-Laryn Skate Park and Paws Dog Park.
904-829-8807 / 1595 Wildwood Drive, St. Augustine / Treaty Park
Water Tours - St. Augustine
St. Augustine Eco Tours
904-377-7245 / www.staugustineecotours.com
Small boat excusions for up to six people of on the inland waters surrounding historic St. Augustine, Florida. The Matanzas, Tolomato, and Guana Rivers, which have an active Bottlenose Dolphin population, beautiful saltwater marshes, oyster beds, and islands that are home to a variety of wildlife. All ages welcome. Kayak tours also available.
Scenic Cruise of St. Augustine
904-824-1806 or 904-824-1806 / Municipal Marina / www.scenic-cruise.com
A one hour and fifteen minute water cruise aboard the Victory III. Departs Daily from Municipal Marina, south of Bridge of Lions in Downtown St. Augustine, Florida. Cruises depart at 11am, 1pm, 2:45pm, and 4:30pm all year long. Evening tours are also available and vary by season. Children (4-12) $7, Juniors (13-18) $ 9, Adults $15, Seniors (60+) $11.75. Click link to print out coupon for 1/2 price admission with one adult admission purchase.
Schooner Freedom Cruises
904-810-1010 / St. Augustine Municipal Marina / www.schoonerfreedom.com
Two-hour day and evening sails on a replica 19th century blockade-runner. Call for reservations.
World Golf Hall of Fame at World Golf Village
Historic artifacts, personal golf memorabilia, and fun and interactive exhibits all tell the stories of its members and the history of the game. Admission includes the museum, a film in the adjacent IMAX Theater® and a round on the 18-hole natural grass putting course. Adults: $16, Children (ages 4-12): $11, Children under 4: Free.
904-940-4000 or 800-WGV-GOLF / 1 World Golf Place / World Golf Hall of Fame
World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX Theater
Soft drinks, water, popcorn and candy are available for purchase. Parking is behind the PGA Tour Stop. The theater is situated within the complex, directly across the water from the PGA Tour Stop. Read synopses and purchase tickets online by clicking here.
