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Before you go
Your trip to St. Augustine.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
St. Augustine – Florida Destination St. Augustine and Jacksonville
How to get there
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Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) Jacksonville · 85 km
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Daytona Beach International Airport (DAB) Daytona Beach · 90 km
Approximate distances. Check flights and bus, train or boat schedules before you travel.
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) is about 85 km away via I-95. Daytona Beach International Airport (DAB) is about 90 km to the south. Orlando is about 170 km away. Long-distance buses stop in the city.
How many days
Two days: one for the historic downtown, the fort and Flagler College, and another for the lighthouse, the beaches of Anastasia Island and Fort Matanzas.
When to go
In spring and autumn, with mild days for walking. From mid-November to January the downtown is lit with millions of lights for the year-end holidays. Summer is hot and humid, with afternoon rain.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
Yes, to get around and to reach the lighthouse, the beaches and Fort Matanzas. The historic downtown is walkable, and tourist trains run between attractions.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
One day in St. Augustine
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Morning
Castillo de San Marcos
Start at the Castillo de San Marcos early, and climb the walls to see Matanzas Bay and the old town.
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Afternoon
St. George Street and Flagler College
Enter through the city gate and follow St. George Street to Flagler College, where the guided tour shows the old hotel.
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Late afternoon
St. Augustine Lighthouse
Cross the Bridge of Lions to Anastasia Island and climb the lighthouse for views over the town and the sea.
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Evening
Historic centre
Return to downtown for dinner on the streets around Plaza de la Constitución, which are lit at night.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
What to do in Saint Augustine?
Visit the Castillo de San Marcos, stroll along St. George Street, see Flagler College, climb the lighthouse, go to the beach on Anastasia Island and take the boat to Fort Matanzas.
How many days to stay in Saint Augustine?
Two days for the historic downtown, the lighthouse, the beaches and Fort Matanzas.
Does Saint Augustine have a beach?
Yes, on Anastasia Island, across the Bridge of Lions: St. Augustine Beach and Anastasia State Park.
When do the holiday lights happen in Saint Augustine?
From mid-November to January, when the historic downtown is decorated with millions of lights. Confirm the dates before you go.