{"id":4431,"date":"2021-12-10T07:04:19","date_gmt":"2021-12-10T07:04:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/?p=4431"},"modified":"2023-10-26T13:37:41","modified_gmt":"2023-10-26T13:37:41","slug":"top-15-places-to-visit-in-st-augustine-florida","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/top-15-places-to-visit-in-st-augustine-florida\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 15 Places to Visit in St. Augustine Florida"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/St.-Augustine-Florida.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/St.-Augustine-Florida.jpg 500w, https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/St.-Augustine-Florida-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Northeastern Florida city of St. Augustine claims to be the oldest city in the United States. The historic Spanish colonial buildings and landscape make for a charming vacation. Spend a day at Crescent Beach or sand and surf at St.Augustine Beach. Explore the Anastasia State Park, home to many different types of wildlife. Visit the 17th century Castillo de San Marcos for panoramic views of the St.Augustine Inlet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While in St. Augustine, take the St. Augustine Trolley to over 22 destinations. Your ticket will get you free shuttle service to the famous St.Augustine Lighthouse and beach. You can also take a trip to Potter&#8217;s Wax Museum, the oldest wax museum in the United States, to see famous wax figures in full-size. For an even more unique experience, you can watch IMAX movies in a beautiful outdoor theater.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a different experience, visit the Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park, located on Magnolia Avenue. This site features a collection of ancient artifacts and the cemetery of the city&#8217;s first mayor. If you&#8217;re a nature lover, head to Anastasia State Park to enjoy 1,600 acres of lush ecosystems. If you have children, you can take them on a zipline and watch dolphins swim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A trip to St. Augustine won&#8217;t be complete without a visit to the historic Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine. This 144-block Gothic church is home to the oldest Christian congregation in the United States. The building&#8217;s Spanish and Neoclassical styles feature clay roof tiles and Doric columns. A visit to the museum&#8217;s museum of ancient artifacts will provide the perfect end to your St.Augustine vacation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While St. George Street is the main attraction of St. Augustine, be sure to spend time exploring the cobblestone streets surrounding it. The Oldest House in America was built in the 1600s and was constructed by slaves from several other countries. If you&#8217;re looking for a historic home, you can visit the Historic District, which is an area of the city that has been inhabited for 450 years. The Spanish Military Hospital is a fascinating site, allowing visitors to learn about the medical practices of the colonial era.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The city&#8217;s oldest schoolhouse is found in Oldsmar. This 15th century schoolhouse was built by a Minorcan settler named Juan Genopol in 1565. This building is now the Mill Top Tavern, a popular lunch spot for locals and tourists. It has a variety of restaurants and accommodations. There is something to please everyone in St. Augustine. And, if you like to learn about the city&#8217;s history, it&#8217;s worth visiting for a few days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The town has a rich history. Located on the northeastern coast of the peninsula, it is a former capital of the state. Though it has lost its status as the capital of Florida, it has more history than any other city in Florida. The city is home to an old colonial quarter, Spanish forts, and great beaches. No matter what you&#8217;re interested in, there is always something to do in St. Augustine.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Northeastern Florida city of St. Augustine claims to be the oldest city in the United States. The historic Spanish colonial buildings and landscape make for a charming vacation. Spend a day at Crescent Beach or sand and surf at St.Augustine Beach. Explore the Anastasia State Park, home to many different types of wildlife. 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