St. Augustine, the nation's oldest city, also holds the distinction of being one of the nation's most charming. Whether you're a longtime resident or visiting the area for the first time, we've gathered all the resources you need to find where to stay, what to do and other community information about our unique little village.
Looking for the best BBQ food in St. Augustine? Among the many restaurants in St. Augustine, there are a few BBQ hotspots we think you'll love. The following restaurants serve up the best of meats cooked over an open fire, on a rack, roasted over a hearth, or roasted whole. Bon Appetit! But first, [...]
Typically takes place in October, 2020 dates TBA. Date: October 25-27, 2019 Time: Times vary Location: Locations vary Website: Songwriters Festival About the Songwriters Festival Just like the Sunshine State, the Songwriters Festival is the kind of event that warms your soul. From throwback hits that your parents jammed out to, to your favorite [...]
About the St. Augustine Greek Festival Typically takes place in October, 2020 dates TBA. Date: October 11-13, 2019 Time: Various Times Location: Francis Field Website: St. Augustine Greek Festival During the Greek Festival, you can count on totally immersing yourself in Greek culture which includes performances by a famous, international international Greek band, dance [...]
Exploring museums in St. Augustine will keep you busy for days. Museums in St. Augustine provide a variety of history and culture, heritage, music and art, and even oddities. While museums like the Pirate & Treasure Museum dabble in the city’s era of pirates, other’s like the World Golf Hall of Fame Museum focus [...]
As you can see, free things to do in St. Augustine abound. Check out our list of free things to do in St. Augustine. You don't have to spend an arm and a leg to fully enjoy the area; this list will save you money and fill your itinerary. Visit [...]
About the Sing Out Loud FestivalTypically takes place in September, 2020 dates TBA.Date: September 6-29, 2019Time: Various times.Location: Various locations.Website: www.singoutloudfestival.comThe Sing Out Loud Festival is a popular music festival in St. Augustine. It features two dozen bands or solo artists who perform concerts at multiple venues. The festival lasts three weeks and performances are [...]
About the St. Augustine Music Festival Date: June 18-20, & 25-27, 2020 Time: Times vary. Location: St. Augustine Cathedral Basilica Website: St. Augustine Music Festival Photography by Tim Savage The St. Augustine Music Festival was founded in 2007 by Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra members Jorge A. Peña and Jin Kim-Peña. It aims to [...]
These unique things to do will impress your family, friends, and even the locals. After exploring St. Augustine’s forts, climbing the steps to the lighthouse, or spending a day or two on the beach, you may be looking for a few unique things to do in St. Augustine. Luckily, the city is full of things [...]
St. George Street in St. Augustine is a thoroughfare, pedestrian-only street lined with restaurants, shops, attractions, and immersed in history. Planning your day on St. George Street. Starting at the Old City Gate, you can walk St. George Street all the way to the Plaza de la Constitucion; although the pedestrian-only zone ends at [...]
Castillo de San Marcos The entrance way to the Castillo de San Marcos. About the Castillo de San Marcos Fort The Castillo de San Marcos is a well-known fort in St. Augustine. It all started when Pedro Menendez de Aviles founded the city in 1564. Pedro saw the need to protect the area [...]
