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Historic street · St. Augustine, Florida
St. George Street
A pedestrian street in Saint Augustine’s historic downtown that runs from the old city gate to Plaza de la Constitución, with colonial houses, shops, restaurants and the Colonial Quarter.
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About St. George Street
St. George Street has been the main street of Saint Augustine’s historic downtown since the Spanish period. It begins at the City Gate, the old city entrance, with two coquina pillars from 1808, and runs south to Plaza de la Constitución, the central square.
The stretch is closed to cars and lined with stone and wooden houses, some reconstructed in the colonial style, with porches and inner courtyards. Shops, cafés and restaurants occupy many of them. Near the city gate, the Colonial Quarter recreates life in the Spanish town of the 18th century, with craftsmen and demonstrations. The street also includes the wooden school considered the oldest in the country.
On the cross streets, such as Aviles Street, one of the oldest, and Cathedral Place, you’ll find galleries, the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Augustine and historic houses.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
One to two hours for a relaxed walk.
Best time
Early morning, before the tour groups, or at night, when the street is cooler and lit. On weekends and holidays the street gets very crowded.
How to get there
It’s in the historic downtown, a few steps from the Castillo de San Marcos. The visitor center parking on San Marco Avenue is about 300 meters from the City Gate.
Tip
Exit St. George Street via the cross streets, such as Aviles Street: they are quieter and hold some of the oldest houses.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about St. George Street
What is St. George Street?
The main pedestrian street of Saint Augustine’s historic downtown, between the old city gate and Constitution Square.
How long does it take to walk St. George Street?
One to two hours, with stops in the shops and on the side streets.
Where to park to visit St. George Street?
At the visitor center parking lot on San Marco Avenue, about 300 meters from the city gate.