When visiting the nation’s oldest city, the St. Augustine Lighthouse is a must-see attraction. This private non-profit organization is an educational maritime museum and holds significant historical importance in St. Augustine. As a part of the oldest port in the country, the St. Augustine Lighthouse has played a pivotal role throughout the city’s rich past. In addition to climbing the steps and taking in the beautiful view, visitors can also relish the beautiful scenery of the grounds and explore the museum.
Standing 165 feet above Anastasia Island, the St. Augustine Lighthouse is an impressive sight to behold, with stunning views of Matanzas Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Ascending the 219 stairs to the summit may seem challenging, but the unparalleled 360-degree panoramic view of the city and ocean that awaits is truly breathtaking and well worth the effort. The lighthouse is still used today as a navigation aid for maritime vessels, and this is rare due to the fact that most ships have modern navigation technology. The lighthouse property also houses a fascinating museum with diverse exhibits.
Our St. Augustine Bed and Breakfast provides an exceptional opportunity for experiencing all that this stunning coastal city has to offer. As a guest at the St. Francis Inn, we offer our guests a long list of complimentary amenities, one of which is free entry to the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum! You’ll have no excuse not to check out this lovely landmark. We’ll also treat you to a beautiful breakfast each morning, as well as an afternoon social hour with housemade snacks and drinks. We can’t wait to host you for your adventures! Book your room today.
St. Augustine has much to offer, making it impossible to see everything in just one day. With attractions like the St. Augustine Lighthouse, museums, forts, and charming downtown pedestrian streets, there are endless things to do. In addition, the city boasts beautiful beaches for you to relax and soak up the sun.
For those ready to climb the steps at the St. Augustine Lighthouse, here are a few things to know before you go:
Our historic St. Augustine Bed and Breakfast is located at the quiet, residential end of St George Street. Our spacious property offers guests an outdoor pool and numerous al fresco gathering spots. The 1791 St Francis Inn’s 19 guest rooms are spread among five historic buildings, all furnished with period furniture. Our guests often note that staying here feels like “stepping back in time.” But we’ve also updated our St. Augustine Bed and Breakfast with modern amenities like wi-fi, air conditioning, and elegant en suite bathrooms.
While one of the perks of staying at our St. Augustine Bed and Breakfast is free entry to the St. Augustine Lighthouse, we also provide our guests with a whole list of complimentary amenities! This includes a buffet-style homecooked breakfast with seasonal treats, savory entrees, and fresh fruit. In the afternoon, perhaps during a siesta from all of the fun activities in St. Augustine, we also treat our guests to an afternoon “social hour” with drinks and appetizers—the perfect stop before dinner out at one of the fantastic nearby restaurants in St. Augustine.
St. Francis Inn offers multiple options for pet and family-friendly lodging; for those who may want to focus on romance, our sister property, Casa de Sueños, is adults-only. Both are Select Registry properties—a collection of Inns and B&Bs held to the highest standard of service and hospitality. And both offer the same amenities and comfortable accommodations. Check out our upcoming summer availability and book your room today!
We are proud to announce our new San Sebastian River House vacation rentals. They are spacious, modern homes along the San Sebastian River, which is just steps from St. Augustine’s historic district. Enjoy private outdoor spaces, water views, and full kitchens, plus access to St. Francis Inn amenities.
