Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean on Anastasia Island, St. Augustine Beach is a popular holiday destination on Florida’s east coast. It boasts a long stretch of sand and plenty of family-friendly attractions, located on the doorstep of historic St. Augustine.
Things to do in Saint Augustine Beach
Spend your days relaxing on the sands of St. Augustine Beach, which stretches from Anastasia State Park to Crescent Beach. In addition to a lengthy fishing pier and a beachside pavilion, there’s a splash park, a children’s playground and a sand volleyball court. Beach umbrellas and chairs are available for rent and everything from boogie boards to stand-up paddleboards can be hired.
You can challenge your family and friends during a round at the Fiesta Falls Miniature Golf or stretch your legs on the nature trail that winds through Ocean Hammock Park. Once you have built up an appetite, there are plenty of places to eat, including the Sunset Grille and the Salt Life Food Shack. Seafood is the specialty at Harvest & Reel while Latin-inspired fare is on offer at the Castaway Cantina.
Want to explore the oldest city in the United States? Just a short drive north from St. Augustine Beach is St. Augustine, which is renowned for its beautifully preserved Spanish colonial architecture. Browse the art galleries and boutiques that line St. George Street and tour the Castillo de San Marcos before admiring the Moorish-inspired architecture of Villa Zorayda.
Getting around Saint Augustine Beach
St. Augustine Beach is a 10-minute drive from the centre of St. Augustine and around an hour from Jacksonville. Jacksonville International Airport is just over an hour away and has flights to destinations across the United States. Buses connect St. Augustine to St. Augustine Beach and taxis are available for getting around.