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St. Augustine has been a home to natives and foreigners, colonials and pilgrims, soldiers and prisoners, slaves and free blacks, merchants and industrialists. Through battle, economic progress, and political strife, the coquina foundation of St. Augustine has been left unconquered - its history is a surviving monument to the persistence of the human spirit, waiting to be rediscovered by you.

Adventure through military forts, stately castles and glamorous hotels. Explore a spiraling lighthouse, scenic nature trails and tranquil beaches -- all await you in St. Augustine, Florida. Hear the sounds of the city, from horse hoofs on cobblestone to the roar of cannon fire; the hustle and bustle of a living community. Explore fascinating museums or take a scary ghost tour. Historical reenactments, recreations, artifacts and relics can be found on every corner, bringing to life the timeless stories of other eras. Take photos as you experience history, building memories in the oldest city in the United States. St. Augustine has always been a sought after treasure, a priceless gem in Florida's history. Now you too can discover more about St. Augustine.

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Fountain of Youth

11 Magnolia Ave.Map
St. Augustine, FL   (904) 829-3168

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Entrance to the Fountain of Youth attraction.
The Fountain of Youth Archeological Park is a 15-acre, waterfront historical attraction. Here ...

St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum

81 Lighthouse AvenueMap Coupon
St. Augustine, FL   (904) 829-0745

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St. Augustine Lighthouse brightens up the night sky.
Climb 219 steps to the top for a breathtaking view of the nation’s oldest city and the Atlantic Ocean!

Lightner Museum

75 King StreetMap
St. Augustine, FL   (904) 824-2874

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The Lightner Museum, formerly the Alcazar Hotel, is located in historic downtown St. Augustine, Florida
Step into time and marvel at the historic collection in this old hotel turned museum.

Oldest Wooden School House

14 St. George StreetMap
St. Augustine, FL   (888) 653-7245

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Front view of the Oldest Wooden Schoolhouse.
Take a lesson from the Oldest Wooden Schoolhouse in the country!

Flagler's Legacy Tours

75 King StreetMap Coupon
St. Augustine, FL   (904) 823-3378

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Flagler College in historic St. Augustine was built by Henry Flagler as the Ponce de Leon hotel in 1888.
Take a tour of this glamorous hotel from the golden age of Florida tourism, and current campus of Flagler College.

Castillo de San Marcos

On the bayfront, north of the bridge
1 South Castillo DriveMap
St. Augustine, FL   (904) 829-6506

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Aerial view of the historic  Castillo de San Marcos in St. Augustine, Florida
The oldest masonry fort in the continental US, built by the Spanish from 1672-1695. Today, it is a National Monument.

Authentic Old Jail

167 San Marco Ave.Map
St. Augustine, FL   (904) 829-3800

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The Authentic Old Jail in St. Augustine.
Tour this historic Victorian style jail used from 1891-1953 and listen to tales from period-dressed guides.

Mission of Nombre de Dios

27 Ocean AvenueMap
St. Augustine, FL   (904) 824-2809

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The Great Cross at Prince of Peace at the Mission of Nombre De Dios in St. Augustine. Built to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the Mission.
Walk the scenic grounds dating back to the city's founding. Discover the role of Christianity in Florida at the Mission Museum.

St. Photios National Shrine

41 St. George StreetMap
St. Augustine, FL   (904) 829-8205

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St. Photios Greek Orthodox Shrine museum located off St. George Street.
Pray, light a candle, or view the Byzantine frescoes in this shrine and museum dedicated to the first Greek colony in the US.

Fort Matanzas

At Matanzas Inlet
8635 A1A SouthMap
St. Augustine, FL   (904) 471-0116

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Fort Matanzas firing a cannon over the inlet
Fort Matanzas National Monument was built in 1742 to defend the city of St. Augustine from ...

Dow Museum of Historic Houses

149 Cordova StreetMap
St. Augustine, FL   (904) 823-9722

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Dow Museum of Historic Houses map.
On one city block, discover over 200 years of history. Hidden among beautiful courtyards are ...

Oldest House Museum Complex

14 St. Francis StreetMap
St. Augustine, FL   (904) 824-2872

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Front view of the Oldest House Museum Complex off St. Francis Street.
Visit Florida's Oldest House Museum Complex, a National Historic Landmark for four centuries ...

Father O'Reilly House Museum

32 Aviles StreetMap
St. Augustine, FL   (904) 826-0750

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Father O'Reilly house on St. George Street in historic downtown.
Built during the first Spanish Period, the Father O’Reilly House Museum is one of the oldest ...

Spanish Military Hospital Museum

3 Aviles StreetMap
St. Augustine, FL   (904) 342-7730

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Spanish Military Hospital Museum is located in historic downtown St. Augustine, Florida
We are a 40 minute fully guided tour taking you back to the Colonial Spanish Period of medicine ...

Ximenez-Fatio House Museum

20 Aviles StreetMap
St. Augustine, FL   (904) 829-3575

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Side view of the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum in historic St. Augustine.
The Ximenez-Fatio House Museum is located on Aviles Street in historical downtown St. Augustine. ...

Fort Mose

Behind the conquistador statues
15 Saratoga BlvdMap
St Augustine, FL   (904) 823-2232

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View of the original site of Fort Mose.
In St. Augustine lies the site of the first legally sanctioned free African American settlement, ...

Peña-Peck House

143 St. George StreetMap
St. Augustine, FL   (904) 829-5064

The Peña-Peck House Museum, view from St. George Street
Originally built of coquina stone the Peña-Peck House remains fully in tact and one of the ...

Excelsior Museum and Cultural Center

102 Martin Luther King Ave.Map
St. Augustine, FL   (904) 824-1191

Excelsior Museum and Cultural Center in Lincolnville, St. Augustine, Florida
In 2005, St. Augustine's first black public high school was re-invented as Excelsior Museum ...
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