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One of the Best Places to Stay in Florida

Known as the oldest city, St. Augustine is one of the best places to stay in Florida, especially for its old-world charm and romantic atmosphere. There is so much history here, in the cobblestone streets, ancient brick buildings, and monuments built hundreds of years ago. In fact, when you choose the St. Francis Inn as

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St. Augustine Wedding Venues

The Best St. Augustine Wedding Venues for 2022

One of the best feelings in the world, when you’re in the midst of wedding planning, is booking your location. Thankfully, we have the two best St. Augustine wedding venues for you to consider for your big day. The St. Francis Inn and our sister property Casa de Suenos are two intimate Florida Bed and

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St. Augustine Night of Lights

Plan Now for St. Augustine Night of Lights in 2021

Each year, nearing the holiday season, the St. Augustine Night of Lights transforms the city into a sparkling masterpiece. More than three million lights adorn the buildings, historic structures, and palm trees, lighting up the evenings. It’s a lovely time of year to explore the Florida coast, and the St. Augustine Night of Lights makes

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St. Augustine Lighthouse

Enjoy the View from the St. Augustine Lighthouse

Of course, the view from the St. Augustine Lighthouse is the number one reason to visit, but there’s a lot more here than just a 219 step spiral staircase to the top of this historical landmark. There are exhibits at the Keepers’ House and Maritime Archaeology Center, a 1782 British shipwreck to explore, and even

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Historic Downtown St. Augustine

The Best St. Augustine Hotel Near Downtown

Our St. Augustine hotel is ready to welcome you to the oldest city in the nation! The St. Francis Inn is located just steps from many of the attractions, points of interest, restaurants, and shops in the historic district. Our bed and breakfast is a part of this dynamic city’s history as well, being built

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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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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 Alligator Farm

Your Guide to the St. Augustine Alligator Farm

We’re so happy that St. Augustine, and our Inn, in particular, is back open after being shuttered for many long weeks during the worst of the pandemic.  We’re starting to see guests again at the Inn, and we’re enjoying sharing our beautiful and historic town with them. That includes sending our guests to great attractions

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Come Enjoy the Best Restaurants in St. Augustine in 2020

The Best Restaurants in St. Augustine in 2020

St. Augustine is the perfect winter vacation destination.  It’s filled with great attractions, plenty of fun things to do, beautiful beaches, and, of course, some truly wonderful restaurants. If you’re looking for the best restaurants in St. Augustine, we’re here to help! As America’s oldest city, we’ve certainly been around long enough to refine our

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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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