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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.
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
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Pet Friendly Florida’s Historic Coast
The ancient city is known for welcoming furry friends.
Group Friendly Dining
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Events
Events in St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra Beach run the gamut.
DESCENT ≈ An Atlas of Relation at Lightner Museum
Dawn Roe uses photography to observe the interconnected lives of humans and the natural world, often drawing from emotions like…
Living Light BioTours: Kayak Bioluminescent Guana Lake at Night
Nature's Nights of Lights up close! Experience the captivating beauty of bioluminescent sea creatures on our guided kayaking tours. Witness…
Night Watchman Ghost Tour
Stroll the streets on the Southside of town for an interactive ghost tour like no other. The Night Watchman kept…
Fantastic Florida at St. Augustine Art Association
This vivid display explores a wide range of artistic interpretations of Florida’s wild side from the plants and animals to…
The Triumph of Nature: Art Nouveau from the Chrysler Museum of Art at Lightner Museum
The Lightner Museum’s 75th Anniversary will culminate with a major exhibition titled, The Triumph of Nature: Art Nouveau from the…
Nights of Pints 2023
Sip for a cause at the 7th annual Nights of Pints, running thru Dec 31 at St. Augustine's Dog Rose…
Nights of Lights — Shared Experience
Experience the most unique setting that our Ancient City has to offer aboard a luxury sailing yacht. Imagine the scene…
Nights of Lights — Glitter Package — Dinner Cruise
Step into an unparalleled experience in our historic Ancient City, aboard a luxurious private sailing yacht. As the sun gracefully…
World Famous Nights of Lights with Red Boat Tours
National Geographic selected The Ancient City as one of the top-10 places in the world to see Christmas lights! Each…
Nights of Lights — Twinkle Package
Experience the magic of St. Augustine's winter wonderland aboard a luxurious sailing yacht. As the sun sets, the city comes…
Nights of Lights EV Ride — presented by GhoSt Augustine
Escape the haunted city and dive into holiday cheer with our VIP Electric Vehicle tour! Enjoy magical glasses, festive tunes…
History and Art, a Holiday Décor Exhibition at Ximenez-Fatio House Museum
Ximenez-Fatio House Museum in collaboration with St. Augustine Art Association presents History and Art, a Holiday Décor Exhibition. Celebrate art…
