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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.
Nao Trinidad Tall Ship Tours at St. Augustine Municipal Marina
Welcome the Nao Trinidad to St. Augustine Municipal Marina as part of the 2024 celebration honoring the relationship with Avilés…
P.A.St.A. April Feature Artist, Tracy Lavely
Artist Tracy Lavely will be the Professional Artists of St. Augustine's (P.A.St.A.) April Feature Artist. Gallery is open daily from…
Butterfield Garage Art Gallery Featured Artist: Richlin Burnett-Ryan “Exuberance”
Butterfield Garage's April Feature Artist, Richlin Burnett-Ryan, presents "Exuberance," showcasing her exploration of color play using tissue paper, acrylic paints…
Tom Nagata — Flora and Fauna, East to West at First Coast Cultural Center
Embark on a visual journey with Tom Nagata's "Flora and Fauna, East to West" exhibition at the First Coast Cultural…
13th Annual St. Johns All-County Middle School Art Show at St. Augustine Art Association
Students in grades 6-8 display their work in this colorful exhibit. A community outreach partnership with St. Johns County Schools…
Spring Members Show at St. Augustine Art Association
This bi-annual exhibit of STAAA members features a variety of works by emerging, seasoned and professional artists. The artworks encompass…
Fair Winds to Elysium: William Bartram’s Travels in East Florida, 1774–2024
Enjoy the latest Art in Public Spaces exhibit titled: Fair Winds to Elysium: William Bartram's Travels in East Florida, 1774-2024…
The Hague School: The Second Golden Age of Dutch Painting at Lightner Museum
The Hague School refers to a collective of artists active in The Hague, Netherlands, during the 1870s and 1880s. Known…
First Date at Limelight Theatre
In the 2012 musical "First Date," Casey and Aaron, two New York City singles set up by friends and family…
Full Moon Sail on Schooner Freedom
Enjoy a moonlit evening aboard the Schooner Freedom as it sails through St. Augustine’s Matanzas Bay. This sailing excursion departs…
8th Annual St. Augustine Plein Air Paint Out
Participate in the St. Augustine Art Association’s St. Augustine Plein Air Paint Out, a community-wide plein air event celebrating the…
Florida’s Birding & Photo Fest
Experience more than 100 events over five days in America’s Most Photogenic City®. Florida's Historic Coast is spreading its wings…