Come Visit St. Augustine, Florida

Looking to get away? Come visit St. Augustine, Florida.

St. Augustine offers something unusual for a Florida vacation: you can combine history, beaches, restaurants, nightlife and family activities without traveling very far.

Historic downtown is a natural place to begin. The Castillo de San Marcos, old streets, museums, shops and waterfront give visitors plenty to explore on foot. Families can find attractions for children, while adults have an impressive selection of restaurants, bars and live entertainment.

And don't forget the beaches.

St. Augustine Beach, Vilano Beach and the surrounding coastline offer a completely different experience from historic downtown. A visitor can spend the morning exploring centuries of history and the afternoon with their feet in the Atlantic Ocean.

Getting around is part of the adventure. Visitors arrive by car, fly into Jacksonville, stay at beach hotels or choose accommodations in the historic district. Local taxis can also be useful when you would rather leave the car behind, especially for dinner, nightlife and busy downtown events.

One advantage of using a local taxi service is local knowledge. After years of driving these streets, you learn more than shortcuts. You learn where people eat, where they go for entertainment, which areas get congested and how St. Augustine changes from one season to the next.

Come for the history. Stay for the beaches. Eat well, explore a little, and enjoy America's Ancient City.

Planning a visit? Read our newer guide to getting around St. Augustine for more local transportation tips from a longtime St. Augustine driver.

Abraxi Taxiom: The best shortcut through St. Augustine is knowing where you're going.