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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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Historic St. Augustine

Top Attractions in Historic St. Augustine

Known as the “First City,” there’s so much to explore in historic St. Augustine. Centuries of stories, people, and events combine in this ancient town and manifest into interesting tours, museums, and attractions. The downtown area is home to most of St. Augustine’s best dining, shopping, and activities. Many of the buildings date back to

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Old Churches

Our Favorite Old Churches in St. Augustine

Of course, a city as ancient as St. Augustine is bound to have stunning architecture and historical attractions, but one of our favorite elements of the past here are the beautiful old churches. Each of these impressive structures has a story that dates back to the founding of this area, and when you step foot

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Haunted St. Augustine

Get to know Haunted St. Augustine

As the oldest city in the US, St. Augustine has a rich, complicated history spanning more than 450 years. Which translates to a past full of stories—often the kind of tales told in the dark of night—about haunted St. Augustine. You’ll also find St. Augustine on the list as one of the most haunted cities

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St. Augustine boat tours

Great St. Augustine Boat Tours

St. Augustine boat tours offer a unique way to see this Florida city that is sure to be a highlight of your time spent here! After exploring on foot all of the incredible historical sights of St. Augustine, getting out on the water will provide a new perspective of this ancient town. You’ll not only

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Best bed and breakfast near the Castillo de San Marcos

The Best Bed and Breakfast Near The Castillo de San Marcos

The Castillo de San Marcos National Monument is a must-see location when visiting the oldest city in the nation! It is the main attraction and a big reason why so many people flock to St. Augustine every year. The chance to see such a historic and important building is something many people come here to

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St. Augustine brewery

Relax and Unwind at a St. Augustine Brewery

Finding the perfect St. Augustine brewery is not hard to do in this Florida town! While exploring the historic sites around St. Augustine take a break, sit awhile, and relax at one of the many breweries this place has to offer. St. Augustine carries in a tradition of making homemade brews and libations incorporating recipes

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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.