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Visit St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra and the Beaches

The oldest continuously occupied European settlement in the U.S., St. Augustine is home to historic sites, national monuments, modern-day attractions and untouched nature. Ponte Vedra is where you’ll find championship golf courses and tennis facilities alongside luxurious spas and boutiques. Our 42 miles of beaches top it all off, providing visitors with three vacations in one.

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For nearly two centuries, lovers have strolled hand in hand atop St. Augustine's historic seawall. It's the perfect pathway to romance, especially when the walk occurs at dusk when the stars begin to sparkle and the rising moon reflects on the dark waters that happily splash against the wall's ancient coquina stones.
Today, Henry Flagler’s former Alcazar Hotel is the home of the magnificent Lightner Museum and its world-class collection of late 19th century Americana. Although the museum now has the hushed atmosphere of a library, in its heyday as the Alcazar it was far from quiet.
Follow this guide to find opportunities to enjoy beaches, outdoor activities and dining off the path most traveled.
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