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History

St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches

St. Augustine, Florida, is known for its rich history. Start with these attractions, each with a storied past.

Tour the Oldest Wooden School House in the United States and experience what school life was like in the 1700s. At Ponce de Leon’s Fountain of Youth, you can hear the cannons firing in the distance as you sip from the Spring of Eternal Hope. Marvel at the Tiffany windows and extravagant murals in the main building of Flagler College, formerly Hotel Ponce de Leon.

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Fountain of Youth Visit the spot where a nation’s history was born.

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Historic Forts Castillo de San Marcos is the Fortress That Withstood the Test of Time

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Colonial Quarter St. Augustine’s transformed Colonial Quarter offers an immersive journey through four eras of the past.

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Historic District St. Augustine’s Historic District is full of charm, dining, attractions, and shopping.

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Historical Architecture in St. Augustine, Florida St. Augustine’s architectural masterpieces are a picturesque journey back in time.

More history to discover in St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches
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Discover St. Augustine’s Lesser Known Fort Fort Matanzas National Monument was built in 1740 to protect Spanish St. Augustine from attack from the city’s southern entrance.

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African-American History by the Sea on Florida’s Historic Coast Historic Butler Beach offers a glimpse at African-American history and American race relations.

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Discover What’s Off St. George Street Get Off the Main Drag for Even More History, Attractions, Dining and Shopping

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St. Augustine Attractions for Kids of All Ages This family-friendly city has plenty of things to do for kids and teens (and adults, too!).

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Historic District

The Black Raven Take a cruise on the Pirate Ship, Black Raven. Sing sea shanties with the pirates, search for...

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Historic District

Colonial Quarter Step back in time at the Colonial Quarter, over two acres of St. Augustine history, entertainment,...

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Historic District

Lightner Museum Lightner Museum is housed in the former Alcazar Hotel built in 1888 by Henry Flagler. Today it is...

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Historic District

The Oldest House The St. Augustine Historical Society is committed to the preservation and interpretation of...

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Historic District

Pena Peck House Nestled in the heart of downtown St. Augustine, the Peña-Peck House offers daily guided tours by...