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Castillo de San Marcos and around
A day in Saint Augustine · 9:30–16:30 · 5 stops
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mapvivid.com/saint-augustine/itineraries/castillo-de-san-marcos-and-aroundA walking day around Castillo de San Marcos, St. George Street and Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, with a lunch break nearby and Lightner Museum to end the day.
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Morning
9:301Castillo de San Marcos ↗1 hGo early
17th-century Spanish stone fort
- Check cannon firings
- Allow 1.5 hours
↓ 6 min walk
10:302St. George Street ↗1 hGo early
Pedestrian street lined with shops and history
- Try local treats
- Wear comfortable shoes
↓ 3 min walk
11:453Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine ↗1 hDress code
Oldest parish in the U.S.
- Free to enter
- Pretty interior
↓ 2 min walk
12:454Former Hotel Ponce de Leon with ornate Gilded Age interiors
- Take a guided tour
- Admire the rotunda
Lunch
13:45Lunch break nearby · Find restaurants nearby on Google Maps ↗
↓ 3 min walk
Afternoon
15:005Lightner Museum ↗1 h 30 min
Gilded Age collections in a former hotel
- Allow 1.5 hours
- Visit the courtyard
Good to know. Times are a guide for an unhurried pace. Check opening days before you go.
Saint Augustine tips
Cultural
- Learn the history: St Augustine is the oldest continuously inhabited European-founded city in the US; visit the Castillo de San Marcos.
- Try datil peppers: Local dishes and sauces use the datil pepper, a regional speciality.
- Tip for service: In the US, tipping around 15 to 20 percent at restaurants is customary.
Local Hacks
- Visit at Nights of Lights: From November to January, the town is lit up with holiday lights.
- Climb the lighthouse: The St Augustine Lighthouse offers great views over the coast.
- Go early to St George Street: Explore before mid-morning to avoid crowds.
Saving
- Explore free sights: Stroll the Bridge of Lions and the Flagler College exterior without paying admission.
- Visit off-peak: Avoid holiday weekends and peak season for cheaper hotels.
- Pack a beach picnic: Bring food to Anastasia State Park or the beach rather than eating out every meal.
Security
- Protect from the sun: Florida sun is strong; use sunscreen and drink plenty of water.
- Swim near lifeguards: On St Augustine Beach, swim near lifeguard stands and watch for rip currents.
- Watch for storms: Afternoon thunderstorms are common in summer; move indoors when lightning is near.
Transportation
- Walk the historic district: The old town is compact; walk St George Street and the Castillo area on foot.
- Hop-on hop-off trolleys: Sightseeing trolleys loop around the main attractions with stops across town.
- Park once: Use the Historic Downtown Parking Facility and explore on foot to avoid hunting for street parking.
Weather/Clothing
- Hot humid summers: Wear light breathable clothes and bring a hat and sunglasses.
- Mild winters: Winters are generally mild but evenings can be cool; bring a light jacket.
- Hurricane season: From June to November, keep an eye on forecasts and consider travel insurance.
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Castillo de San Marcos and around
A walking day around Castillo de San Marcos, St. George Street and Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, with a lunch break nearby and Lightner Museum to end the day.
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Morning
109:30 · 1 h17th-century Spanish stone fort
- Tip: Go early
2 tips
- Check cannon firings
- Allow 1.5 hours
📷 Photos
6 min walk
210:30 · 1 hPedestrian street lined with shops and history
- Tip: Go early
2 tips
- Try local treats
- Wear comfortable shoes
📷 Photos
3 min walk
311:45 · 1 hOldest parish in the U.S.
- Tip: Dress code
2 tips
- Free to enter
- Pretty interior
📷 Photos
2 min walk
412:45 · 1 hFormer Hotel Ponce de Leon with ornate Gilded Age interiors
3 tips
- Take a guided tour
- Admire the rotunda
- Photograph the courtyard
📷 Photos
Lunch
Lunch break nearby · 13:45
Find restaurants nearby on Google Maps3 min walk
Afternoon
515:00 · 1 h 30 minGilded Age collections in a former hotel
3 tips
- Allow 1.5 hours
- Visit the courtyard
- Check hours
📷 Photos
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Times are a guide for an unhurried pace. Check opening days before you go.
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