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Forgotten Tonic and more romantic bars in St. Augustine

Forgotten Tonic & More Romantic Bars in St. Augustine

While the Nation’s Oldest City is known for its Spanish architecture, stunning golden sands, and historical landmarks, there’s something particularly romantic about the atmosphere in St. Augustine. There are so many intimate spaces for a quiet date night and cocktails out on the town. One of our favorite places is Forgotten Tonic, a cozy neighborhood

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Romantic Getaway in St. Augustine

Romantic Getaway in St. Augustine: Best Activities for a Couples

White sand beaches, historic architecture tours, elegant candlelit dinners, and spa days: this is what the best romantic getaway in St. Augustine entails! Florida is such a beautiful place for a vacation or honeymoon, and so many activities are tailored for couples to reconnect and unwind to the sound of the ocean. There’s just something

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Things to do in St. Augustine, photo of the old town trolley tour

The Best Wintertime Things to do in St. Augustine

The Nation’s Oldest City is a charming and historic coastal town with plenty of activities to enjoy during the winter months—there are so many fun things to do in St. Augustine! If the weather report is starting to turn in your part of the country, a Florida getaway is just what you need for mild

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Beautiful views from San Sebastian Winery in St. Augustine Florida

Head to San Sebastian Winery & More

While Florida might not come instantly to mind when talking about wine and vineyards, San Sebastian Winery has been a pioneer in the industry since 1996 and remains the second-largest winery in Florida. The state-of-the-art facility is 18,000 square feet, has 40,000 gallons of wine storage capacity, and a bottling line capable of bottling up

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Breweries in St. Augustine, photo of a beer tasting

The Best Breweries in St. Augustine

After a full day exploring the historical attractions, sandy beaches, and stunning architecture in the Nation’s Oldest City, there’s nothing better than grabbing a beer with friends. Thankfully, there’s a great selection of craft breweries in St. Augustine to do just that! While there isn’t a long list of these brewing establishments, it’s all about

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Bed and Breakfast in St. Augustine, photo of the exterior of Casa de Suenos

The Best Historic District Bed and Breakfast in St. Augustine, Florida

Casa de Sueños is an intimate bed and breakfast in St. Augustine, Florida, built in the early 1900s. The Inn is centrally located in the Historic District in the Nation’s Oldest City, making it easy to walk to nearby landmarks, popular attractions, delectable restaurants, and much more. Our seven elegant guest rooms are each unique

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fall in Florida

Experience Fall in Florida at our Historic B&B

The weather in St. Augustine is terrific all year round, but if you haven’t ever experienced fall in Florida, you’ve been missing out. The temperatures hover around the mid-60s to low 70s, the days are sunny and bright, and you’ll find fewer crowds in the popular downtown destinations. Autumn is also a fantastic time in

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State Parks Near St. Augustine

Check out these State Parks Near St. Augustine

For outdoor lovers, there’s an excellent selection of Florida State Parks near St. Augustine to explore during your time in the nation’s oldest city. Of course, the most popular and closest option is Anastasia State Park, located on a peninsula of Anastasia Island with pristine white sand, tidal marshes, and ancient dunes. There are also

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St. Augustine Distillery

Taste the Spirit of Florida at the St. Augustine Distillery

In our charming ancient city, one thing not to miss is the St. Augustine Distillery. They offer tours and tastings of their spirits that fully capture the true essence of Florida. The distillers support local and regional agriculture, creating a premier product ideal for sipping, mixing, and craft cocktails. The St. Augustine Distillery is locally

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Lightner Museum

Your Guide to the Lightner Museum in St. Augustine

The Lightner Museum is a quintessential St. Augustine activity to experience located in the former Hotel Alcazar. It checks all the boxes with interesting architecture, historical roots, and Gilded Age artifacts. The immaculate grounds are ideal for a stroll by fountains, a stone bridge leading over a coy pond, and tropical gardens. Inside, is a

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Experience Nights of Lights

Stay two consecutive weeknights (Sunday-Thursday) between Nov 18, 2023 through Jan. 27, 2024 and receive a free Evening Nights of Lights Trolley Tour, including a pair of complimentary magical viewing glasses per guest.

Historic St. Augustine

Give The Gift of Casa de Sueños This Christmas

Give your loved one a very special gift of a stay at Casa de Sueños.  We offer gift certificates in many amounts.