St. Augustine, the oldest, continuously occupied European settlement in the United States, is a time capsule that showcases nearly 500 years of American history. Much of Florida's and some of the earliest U.S. history began right here! Situated on the northeastern Atlantic Coast of Florida, the colonial city has kept a bygone era suspended in time with 144 blocks of historic houses, many listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The St. Augustine area exudes a playful charm that blends Old and New World influences in a compelling and refreshing mixture of history, romance, youthful vibrance and Southern charm.

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Colonial Spanish Quarter

The Colonial Spanish Quarter is a living history museum. Costumed interpreters relive a time when St. Augustine was a remote outpost of the Spanish Empire. The Colonial Spanish Quarter illustrates the life of Spanish soldiers and their families in 1740 St. Augustine. This is a unique learning opportunity for your entire family to enjoy together, as well as all of your friends. More about the Colonial Spanish Quarter

Bluff at The Poker Room at St. John's Greyhound Park

"Your best bet for unique entertainment." Elegant poker room offers 30 plus tables, so there's plenty of room for a friendly game of poker. Seven-card stud, Texas Hold'em and Omaha. Professional and friendly staff is always willing to help. Tableside waitress service allows you to choose from a tasteful selection of food and drinks, so no one has to miss a hand. Patrons can also watch, wager and win on simulcast racing of greyhounds, thoroughbreds and jai alai. More about Bluff at The Poker Room at St. John's Greyhound Park

The Spanish Bakery

The Spanish Bakery is tucked away in an out of the way garden in the middle of St. Augustine Downtown Historic district right off St. George St. It won't be hard to find if you follow the sweet smell of freshly baked bread coming out of the stone hearth oven every half hour or so, not to mention the empanadas, or the spicy sausage wrapped in a flaky golden crust. That's not all you'll find, we have all sorts of delicious food for lunch and healthy snacks. More about The Spanish Bakery

Ghost Tours of St. Augustine

Ghost Tours of St. Augustine, FL Inc. offers "A Ghostly Experience" walking tour. Your guide in period dress will lead you by lantern light to see the most active sights and share the strange and unusual. Take a nighttime sail aboard the 72-foot schooner Freedom and encounter the legendary “Ghosts of the Matanzas” – beware, there be pirates here! On the "Ghosts and Legends" riding tour you can travel through the antiquated city to the Lighthouse as your host shares scandalous tales, unsolved mysteries, bizarre characters and ghostly sightings. More about Ghost Tours of St. Augustine

See St. Augustine by Carriage

Come see the oldest city with the newest carriage company, Country Carriages. They offer relaxing tours with over 400 years of history from the early Spanish settlers to the rich and famous of the Flagler era to modern times of today. Sit back and enjoy the sound of the horse's hooves as you travel down some of the quaint brick streets. For the romantic, they can also provide quiet rides for proposals or weddings. Special pickups and group tours are also available. More about See St. Augustine by Carriage

Parasail with Watersports of St. Augustine

Watersports of St. Augustine is North Florida's home for parasail rides, Jet Ski and boat rentals. Located just minutes north of historic St. Augustine, Florida at the Sea Love Marina in Vilano Beach, next to the public fishing pier and The Pointe Restaurant. Corporate outings are a great way to get everyone together and enjoy a day at the beach. What better way for your company to show their appreciation than a day of fun at the beach? More about Parasail with Watersports of St. Augustine

The Fourth Dimension

St. Augustine, Florida, where history is never past tense. No dry dissertation here. History breathes and lessons entertain. Kids can ride a delightful sightseeing train around this city right out of a time capsule. Sturdy stone and stucco buildings with peaked gables, balconies and Renaissance arches line cobbled streets, where Victorian ladies stroll in the company of corseted Spanish maidens, tricorn-hatted pirates and British soldiers. You’ll see them carrying on like that every day, as if they don’t realize the calendar reads 2008! More about The Fourth Dimension

San Sebastian Winery

San Sebastian Winery was founded in 1996 in St. Augustine Florida, the birthplace of American wine. San Sebastian is among the very best of Florida's premium wineries, and is a pioneer in the development of table, sparkling and dessert wines from hybrid and muscadine grapes. San Sebastian Winery produces still wine varieties from hybrids such as Stover, Suwannee and Blanc Du Bois. San Sebastian also produces several still wines from varieties of muscadines including Carlos, Welder and Noble. More about the San Sebastian Winery

All Aboard! St. Augustine Sightseeing Trains

The best way to explore St. Augustine. The scenic seven-mile tour stops at several of the city's most popular attractions, historical sites, restaurants and shops. The entire tour takes approximately one hour, but you may step on and off the train at any of the 20 stops and your ticket is good for three consecutive days of travel. Also offering complimentary pick-up and return to all area hotels. More about All Aboard! St. Augustine Sightseeing Trains

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