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Plan Ahead for the Nights of Lights in Downtown St. Augustine

Plan for the Nights of Lights in Downtown St. Augustine

Each winter, we can’t wait until our historic city takes on a new, bright glow with the annual Nights of Lights festival. Downtown St. Augustine transforms into a winter wonderland with more than three million lights sparkling on historic buildings, palm trees, and boats out on the water. The 2023/2024 season is planned to be

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photo of one of the most beautiful old Churches in St. Augustine

Tour the Old Churches in St. Augustine

The Nation’s Oldest City is known for it’s diverse architecture, historic attractions, and beautiful coastline. Some of the most particularly fascinating buildings are the exquisite old churches in St. Augustine, each with a unique story that dates back to the area’s founding. Once you enter these majestic and intricate structures, you cannot help but be

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Winery in St. Augustine, photo of a couple tasting wine

The Best Winery in St. Augustine & More

One of our favorite places to visit is the stalwart beachfront winery in St. Augustine, San Sebastian Winery, known for its award-winning Florida wines. At San Sebastian Winery, you can find a wide selection of wines for a glass, flight, or bottle to take home. Take advantage of the free tour and tasting available every

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The best St. Augustine Bed and Breakfast to elope in Florida

Elope in Florida at our St. Augustine Bed and Breakfast this Fall

Avoiding the stress and frustrations of wedding planning is one of the primary reasons many modern couples choose to elope. Thankfully, our St. Augustine Bed and Breakfast offers a lovely selection of elopement packages for your special day. These smaller, more intimate celebrations allow engaged couples to experience all of the best parts of a

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photo fo the St. Augustine Lighthouse near our St. Augustine Bed and breakfast

Stunning Views from the St. Augustine Lighthouse

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.

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photo fo an animal handler at St. Augustine Alligator Farm

Visit the St. Augustine Alligator Farm

The St. Augustine Alligator Farm was first established in 1893, making it one of Florida’s oldest continually operating attractions. While the primary creation of the zoo was for entertainment purposes, over the years, it has become so much more. To date, the Alligator Farm Zoological Park features a collection of fascinating and intriguing animals, birds,

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Photo of the Old Town Trolley in St. Augustine

Hop on the Trolley in St. Augustine for a Historic Tour

The Nation’s Oldest City is the perfect place for exploring without a car—it’s incredibly pedestrian and bike-friendly, and you’ll find a superb selection of tours by trolley in St. Augustine. Hopping on and off the interconnected tours is a quick and easy way to get a lay of the land and see the area’s major

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Things to do in St. Augustine, aerial image of the city of St. Augustine

The Best Things to do in St. Augustine

As the Oldest City in the nation, it is no surprise that there are many fantastic things to do in St. Augustine! From fascinating historic attractions and museums to time at the beach and cocktails, you’ll find it all in our beautiful city on the Atlantic Coast. While it’s a popular day trip from cities

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Bed and Breakfast in St. Augustine, photo of the porch at St. Francis Inn with chairs and iced tea

The Most Romantic Bed and Breakfast in St. Augustine for 2023

The Nation’s Oldest City is a naturally romantic setting with cobblestone streets, fascinating Spanish architecture, and rich historical moments around every corner. Our historic Bed and Breakfast in St. Augustine, FL, played a part in the history of this charming ancient town as one of the oldest Inns, built in 1791. We’re located just on

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Things to do in St. Augustine, the lightner museum in downtown for guilded age

The Best Things to do in St. Augustine this Winter

Winter feels slightly different in Florida than in other parts of the country, so there are always so many fun things to do in St. Augustine, even from December through February when much of the US is covered in snow. It’s still all about sunshine here and temperatures hovering in the mid to high-60s. While

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Experience Nights of Lights

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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