Travel planners & tour operators, let Evelyn be your guide!
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
Flights to Florida’s Historic Coast
Pack your bags! It’s time to fly to your happy place.
Pet Friendly Florida’s Historic Coast
The ancient city is known for welcoming furry friends.
Group Friendly Dining
Bring your friends!
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…
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…
Fall Members Show at St. Augustine Art Association Gallery
This bi-annual art exhibition features works in varying subjects, styles, and mediums from drawings and paintings, sculptures, photography, and more…
First Coast Plein Air Painters Showcase at PAStA Fine Art Gallery September 2023
The Professional Artists of St. Augustine (PAStA) Fine Art Gallery, of 214 Charlotte Street, St. Augustine, is honored to announce…
Art in Public Spaces: Threading the Margins
Join us at the St. Johns County Administration Building's Rotunda Gallery through November 30 for "Threads Unveiled," a showcase of…
Elisa Harkins, Teach Me A Song at Crisp-Ellert Art Museum
The Crisp-Ellert Art Museum and Flagler College are pleased to present video, sculpture, and photography from the ongoing body of…
Sing Out Loud Festival
Mark your calendar for the 7th Annual Sing Out Loud Music Festival. Every weekend from September 8 – October 1…
Walking History Tour for History Buffs presented by Spyglass Travel
History buffs will love this unique historical walking tour through St. Augustine’s historic district. Your guide will cover the history…
The Music Man at Limelight Theatre
When the charming con man Harold Hill arrives in River City, he swindles the locals into starting a band, intending…
Sing Out Loud Festival: The St. Augustine Songwriters Festival
The St. Augustine Songwriters Festival provides a unique perspective on the music scene by bringing number one hit songwriters into…
Ximenez-Fatio House Museum: Mortality and Mourning — A Century of Death
Enjoy a guided spooky candlelight tour through this 225-year-old Historic House Museum. Learn about the ways St. Augustine townsfolk of…
