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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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Things to do in Downtown St. Augustine, aerial photo of the downtown area of St. Augustine Florida

The Best Things to do in Downtown St. Augustine in 2023

One of the best reasons to visit the Nation’s Oldest City is the ease with which you can explore. The majority of all the most exciting things to do in Downtown St. Augustine are in an easily accessible, extremely walkable, compact area. You’ll find remarkable architecture, amazing dining opportunities, and fascinating historical monuments and museums

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Winter in Florida, pretty couple at the beach watching the sunset

Winter in Florida: Get Romantic in St. Augustine

There’s something magical about winter in Florida, especially in the Nation’s Oldest City of St. Augustine. The city is awash in sparkling lights, the beaches are less crowded, and there’s romance in the air at every turn. It’s one of the best times to plan a relaxing and quiet getaway on the Atlantic coast. While

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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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Fort Matanzas National Monument

Explore the History of Fort Matanzas National Monument

St. Augustine is a city with such a rich historical past, and the Fort Matanzas National Monument is one of those very interesting places to visit in Florida. After a quick and absolutely beautiful 25-minute drive down the coast, you’ll find the 1740 Fort Matanzas National Mountament set on 300 acres of salt marsh and

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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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Breweries in St. Augustine

The Best Breweries in St. Augustine to Visit this Spring

While this city is known as one of the oldest in the country, you’ll find all the modern trends, including some fantastic breweries in St. Augustine. Craft beer has taken the United States by storm, and Florida is no exception. And one of the best things to do on a hot day after hanging on

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Restaurants in St. Augustine

Head to These Restaurants in St. Augustine this Spring

There are so many spectacular restaurants in St. Augustine to enjoy on any getaway to Florida. You’ll find every cuisine and style of dining here in the Nation’s Oldest City. In fact, there are so many great restaurants in St. Augustine to choose from that it can be difficult to parse through which ones you

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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.