Explore our recommended activities and things to do in St. Augustine, Florida. Our area has dozens of museums and historic sites, unmatched attractions, great shopping, and world-class dining.
Registered as a U.S. National Historic Landmark, Fort Mose Historic State Park is the site of the first free African-American settlement in the U.S. and was originally recognized as a landmark in 1994.
The St. Augustine Aquarium is interactive and fun for the whole family. Attend daily shark and stingray feeding, dig for shark teeth, and touch invertebrates (like starfish and horseshoe crabs).
Snorkel Adventure
For added fun, get tickets to the Snorkel Adventure. Snorkelers will be able to swim with thousands of Florida Reef fish and rays in a natural environment. You're even allowed to feed the marine animals while snorkeling! Snorkel gear (wetsuits, masks, snorkels, vests and shoes) is provided. Bring a swimsuit and towel.
The San Sebastian Winery Wine Shop is located in downtown St. Augustine. The Winery's vineyards are located throughout Florida and the Southeast, including Clermont and the Florida Panhandle. Learn about the art of winemaking on a complimentary tour and tasting.
During your St. Augustine vacation, you'll want to walk down St. George Street and experience the restaurants, historic buildings, and shops! The shopping on the street includes great boutiques, galleries, local goods, places to find unique gifts, and souvenirs worth purchasing. Start your St. George Street shopping expedition at the historic Old City Gates, and work your way through!
Ripley's St. Augustine is a fun for the whole family. The "Odditorium" is full of the bizarre and the mysterious — artifacts, artwork, skeletons, and more.
Odditorium Hours
Daily, 10 AM - 6 PM
Continue the Fun
There's more to Ripley's Believe It Or Not! than the Odditorium. Other related attractions include:
Ripley's Red Train Tours
Ripley's Ghost Train Adventure
Ripley's Bay Front Mini Golf
*Admission to these attractions requires a separate ticket
Avast ye! The St. Augustine Pirate and Treasure Museum features 800+ real pirate artifacts. Two of the most famous exhibits including the only treasure chest known to have belonged to an actual pirate and three original Jolly Roger flags! Take a pirate tour to make the most of the experience.
Ponce de Leon’s Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park is the original site of the oldest European settlement in the U.S. Explore the original site, which includes historical actors, a blacksmith exhibit, The Spring House coquina building, Nombre de Dios Mission, and more.
