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Visit the Lightner Museum in St. Augustine

Visit the Lightner Museum in St. Augustine

The Lightner Museum in downtown St. Augustine is a must-see stop for anyone visiting this historic city. Housed in the former Victorian-era hotel, the Alcazar, this unique museum holds a diverse collection of beautiful and unusual artwork ranging from paintings and sculptures to furniture and mechanized musical instruments. Among all of the many landmarks in

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how to get to St. Augustine

How to Get to St. Augustine

How to get to St. Augustine? There are many options depending on whether you prefer a quick flight, a drive with stops along the way, or maybe even a bus ride. If you happen to already be in Florida, St. Augustine is just about 2 hours away from some major Florida cities including Jacksonville, Daytona

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romantic packages at our st. augustine bed and breakfast

Romantic Packages at Our St. Augustine Bed and Breakfast

Our St. Augustine Bed and Breakfast will be your ultimate romantic getaway for you and your loved one! Enjoy the feeling like you are being well taken care of with our luxurious details and all you have to focus on is each other. Located within walking distance of historic downtown St. Augustine, our Florida Inn

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St. Augustine Night of Lights

Get Ready for St. Augustine Night of Lights 2020

The St. Augustine Night of Lights is a stunning city-wide holiday display that is sure to be an unforgettable experience! This year marks the 27th year for this annual event in which the town’s Spanish colonial buildings are draped in white twinkling lights from the sidewalks all the way to the rooftops. This creates a

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Visit the St. Augustine Distillery

Visit the St. Augustine Distillery

The St. Augustine Distillery is a unique experience not to be missed when visiting St. Augustine. This one of a kind Florida establishment is a locally owned and operated artisanal spirits distillery that is located within a beautifully restored ice plant from the turn of the century. From learning all about the history of distilling

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Explore the St. Augustine historic district

10 Places to Explore in The St. Augustine Historic District

Explore the St. Augustine historic district and you’ll find it to be a unique relic of the history of Florida and is a must-see when visiting! Here you’ll be immersed in the culture of the nation’s oldest city where many of the buildings and landmarks date back to the 1700s and today are listed on

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St. Augustine Trolley

Take a Ride on the St. Augustine Trolley

St. Augustine, especially the Old Town part of the city, is very pedestrian and bike-friendly. That said, if you’re looking for a quick and easy way to get a lay of the land of St. Augustine, the fastest and best way to do it is to take a ride on one of the St. Augustine

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Visit the St. Augustine Lighthouse

Visit the St.Augustine Lighthouse This Summer

The St. Augustine Lighthouse is one of the iconic structures of the city, standing tall above the beautiful shores of Anastasia Island. Visitors to the St. Augustine lighthouse can enjoy some of the best views of the city, learn more about the Nation’s oldest port, and learn how this incredible monument to history played a

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Bird Watching at Anastasia State Park in St. Augustine

Bird Watching at Anastasia State Park

Have you ever spent a day bird watching or exploring Anastasia State Park? The Florida coast, in general, is an incredibly popular place for bird watching and wildlife viewing in general. In fact, bird watching in Florida is one of the most popular activities for people to do, aside from relaxing on the beach. The

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The Top St. Augustine Events to Attend This Spring

10 Great St Augustine Events to Look Forward to

Are you looking for fun things to do to pack your calendar with for 2020? We have a great list of St. Augustine events for you to consider attending in 2020. And, of course, when you attend any of these great events, there’s only one place to consider for lodging, and that is the St.

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Stay two consecutive weeknights (Sunday-Thursday) between Nov 18, 2023 through Jan. 27, 2024 and receive a free Evening Nights of Lights Trolley Tour, including a pair of complimentary magical viewing glasses per guest.

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