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Beaches, historic attractions, sports, outdoor activities, dining, shopping and world-class golf make for unforgettable tour options in St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra Beach on Florida’s Historic Coast.
A broad selection of resorts, hotels, condominium rentals, vacation homes and Bed & Breakfast Inns provide a variety of lodging choices for visitors.
St. Augustine, the oldest, continuously occupied European settlement in the continental United States, is home to some of America’s most historic sites and breathtaking scenic views. Full of old world charm, the city’s brick streets lead to unique dining, art and culture, and activities for all ages.
Ponte Vedra Beach is an elegant ocean-side resort area that offers miles of both pristine beaches and award-winning golf courses. Luxurious spas, an abundance of boutique shopping and the finest collection of recreational, dining and social amenities make it one of the Sunshine State’s most enjoyable vacation destinations.
Forty-two miles of unspoiled beaches, wide sugar sand shores and outstanding year-round fishing and watersports make this northeast Florida area one of the Northeast Florida’s most popular playgrounds.
Florida’s Historic Coast has 500 years of colorful local history to draw from. Among the 60 different historical sites and themed attractions for visitors to explore are fun interactive museums and places like:
THE PLAYERS Stadium course at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra hosts THE PLAYERS Championship each year. Florida’s Historic Coast is the perfect must-visit destination for golfers with more than a dozen courses and a wide range of play with challenges for beginners and seasoned pros alike.
Ponte Vedra Inn & Club Lagoon and Ocean courses each offer distinctive seaside views· World Golf Village is home to the World Golf Hall of Fame and two championship golf courses – the Slammer & Squire and the King & Bear.
The PGA TOUR Golf Academy at World Golf Village is a one-of-a-kind, full-service game improvement facility.
There are nearly 50 art galleries and 25 antique stores in St. Augustine; surf shops and outdoor sports retailers at the beaches; as well as trendy resort boutiques in Ponte Vedra Beach. One of the most popular outlet malls in the Southeast, St. Augustine Premium Outlets includes stores like Gucci, Old Navy, Cole Hahn, Kenneth Cole, GAP, Tommy Bahamas, White House Black Market and more.
Year-round fresh seafood, produce and cultural experiences define the area as a foodie’s paradise with more than 95 restaurants in Florida’s Historic Coast. Dine outdoors year round at some of the most picturesque and waterside locations. Dozens of festivals and themed special events fill the calendar with celebrations all year round.
Evelyn Lopez-Kelley Director of Leisure Sales 904-209-4431
Accessibility
St. Augustine | Ponte Vedra continually adapts to allow seamless, accessible and unhindered use for those with disabilities.
Getting Here
St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches
Direct Flights to St. Augustine | Ponte Vedra
It’s non-stop fun from the Northeast to the sunny beaches of Florida's Historic Coast!
Flights to Florida’s Historic Coast
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Pet Friendly Florida’s Historic Coast
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Group Friendly Dining
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Events
Events in St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra Beach run the gamut.
Ride On! Historic Bicycles at Lightner Museum
In the 1890s the bicycle took over the hearts and minds of Americans. Swept up in the craze for cycling…
75 for 75: Diamond Anniversary Exhibition at Lightner Museum
The Lightner has been an important part of the St. Augustine community since it was first built as the Hotel…
Sasha Wortzel: Dreams of Unknown Islands: St. Augustine
Dreams of Unknown Islands: Saint Augustine is a multisensory exhibition of work by New York-based visual artist and filmmaker Sasha…
Miniature Marvels at St. Augustine Art Association
Masterpieces do not always have to be big and grand to make a huge impression! Sometimes it is the smaller…
17th Annual St. Johns All-County High School Art Show
The future of St. Augustine’s artists! All works of art are done by exceptional students in grades 9-12. The works…
P.A.St.A. March Feature Artist, Wood Turner, Tina Minahan
Tina Minahan, award-winning wood turner, will be the Professional Artists of St. Augustine's (P.A.St.A.) March Feature Artist. Come meet Tina…
Contemporary Chronicles of St. Augustine at Lightner Museum
Contemporary Chronicles of St. Augustine explores the urban fabric of St. Augustine through large-format photographs, hand drawn maps, and interactive…
Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Premieres in IMAX
A charming thief and a band of unlikely adventurers undertake an epic heist to retrieve a lost relic, but things…
Lucius “Love So Deep Tour” — FREE EVENT! Live from The Backyard Stage at The AMP
Gates open at 6 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m. This is a FREE event. 1340 A1A S., St. Augustine…
Glory Dance Grooves at Arnold’s Lounge
LADIES and GENTLEMEN WHO LOVE LADIES: Glory is an energetic tribute to songs you LOVE by female artists. These are…
Florida Ma’am Festival at Colonial Oak Music Park
Presented by Ancient City Entertainment, this 2-day festival of music from the Women of Florida features Bad Dog Mama, Ramona…
11th Annual Spoonbills & Sprockets Cycling Tour
Experience the beautiful A1A Scenic Byway by bike. The tour starts in Marineland and consists of cycling routes that pass…
