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St. Augustine Historic Landmarks
The Castillo de San Marcos is the oldest masonry fort in the continental United States; it is located on the western shore of Matanzas Bay in the city of St. Augustine, Florida.
Monumento Nacional Castillo de San Marcos
11 S Castillo DrThe Lightner Museum is a museum of antiquities, mostly American Gilded Age pieces, housed within the historic Hotel Alcazar building in downtown St. Augustine. This 1887 Spanish Renaissance Revival style building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Museo Lightner
75 King StThe Lightner Museum is a museum of antiquities, mostly American Gilded Age pieces, housed within the historic Hotel Alcazar building in downtown St. Augustine. This 1887 Spanish Renaissance Revival style building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The St. Augustine Light Station is a private-aid to navigation and an active, working lighthouse in St. Augustine, Florida. The current lighthouse stands at the north end of Anastasia Island and was built between 1871 and 1874.
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Museo del Faro y la Marina de St. Augustine, Inc.
100 Red Cox DrThe St. Augustine Light Station is a private-aid to navigation and an active, working lighthouse in St. Augustine, Florida. The current lighthouse stands at the north end of Anastasia Island and was built between 1871 and 1874.
The Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park is a privately owned 15-acre park in St. Augustine, Florida, located along Hospital Creek, part of the Intracoastal Waterway.
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Parque Arqueológico Fuente de la Juventud
11 Magnolia AveThe Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park is a privately owned 15-acre park in St. Augustine, Florida, located along Hospital Creek, part of the Intracoastal Waterway.
The Old Jail is a historic jail in St. Augustine, Florida. It is located at 167 San Marco Avenue. On August 27, 1987, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. The St. Johns County Jail now serves as the Old Jail Museum.
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Antigua Cárcel
167 San Marco AveThe Old Jail is a historic jail in St. Augustine, Florida. It is located at 167 San Marco Avenue. On August 27, 1987, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. The St. Johns County Jail now serves as the Old Jail Museum.
The Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine is a historic cathedral in St. Augustine, Florida, and the seat of the Catholic Bishop of St. Augustine. It is located at 38 Cathedral Place between Charlotte and St. George Streets.
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Catedral Basílica de San Agustín
38 Cathedral PlThe Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine is a historic cathedral in St. Augustine, Florida, and the seat of the Catholic Bishop of St. Augustine. It is located at 38 Cathedral Place between Charlotte and St. George Streets.
Villa Zorayda is a house at 83 King Street in St. Augustine, Florida. Built in 1883 by the eccentric Boston millionaire Franklin W. Smith as his winter home, it was inspired by the 12th-century Moorish Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain.
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Villa Zorayda Museum
83 King StVilla Zorayda is a house at 83 King Street in St. Augustine, Florida. Built in 1883 by the eccentric Boston millionaire Franklin W. Smith as his winter home, it was inspired by the 12th-century Moorish Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain.
The González–Alvarez House, also known as The Oldest House, is a historic house museum at 14 St. Francis Street in St. Augustine, Florida. With a construction history dating to about 1723, it is believed to be the oldest surviving house in St. Augustine.
Gonzalez-Alvarez House
14 Saint Francis StreetThe González–Alvarez House, also known as The Oldest House, is a historic house museum at 14 St. Francis Street in St. Augustine, Florida. With a construction history dating to about 1723, it is believed to be the oldest surviving house in St. Augustine.
The Spanish Military Hospital Museum is located at 3 Aviles Street, St. Augustine, Florida. The museum covers the Second Spanish Period medical practices. The museum is open seven days a week from 9am to 5pm.
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Spanish Military Hospital Museum
3 Aviles StThe Spanish Military Hospital Museum is located at 3 Aviles Street, St. Augustine, Florida. The museum covers the Second Spanish Period medical practices. The museum is open seven days a week from 9am to 5pm.
The Oldest Wooden School House Historic Museum & Gardens welcomes visitors to the unique Minorcan homestead of Juan Genopoly, established in the late 1700’s. Preservation, conservation, interpretation, and education are the cornerstones of this rich historic treasure.
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La Casa de Escuela de Madera Más Antigua
14 St George St
The Oldest Wooden School House Historic Museum & Gardens welcomes visitors to the unique Minorcan homestead of Juan Genopoly, established in the late 1700’s. Preservation, conservation, interpretation, and education are the cornerstones of this rich historic treasure.
Nombre de Dios is a Spanish Catholic mission in St. Augustine, Florida, United States, on the west side of Matanzas Bay. It is part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of St. Augustine.
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Mission Nombre de Dios Museum
89 A1A Scenic and Historic Coastal BywayNombre de Dios is a Spanish Catholic mission in St. Augustine, Florida, United States, on the west side of Matanzas Bay. It is part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of St. Augustine.
In 1565 Pedro Menendez de Aviles comes ashore at Mission Nombre de Dios to proclaim the land for God and for Spain. The first ever parish mass in the United States is celebrated. Site of America's first Marian Shrine, dedicated to Our Lady of La Leche, and the Great Cross which stands nearly 208 feet tall overlooking the city of St. Augustine. Visitors come from all over the world to take in the rich Spanish and Catholic Christian history, the natural landscape and for time away for personal meditation. Mission Museum and Shrine Gift Shop Admission is Free and Free Parking! A stop on Old Town Trolley.
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National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios
101 San Marco AveIn 1565 Pedro Menendez de Aviles comes ashore at Mission Nombre de Dios to proclaim the land for God and for Spain. The first ever parish mass in the United States is celebrated. Site of America's first Marian Shrine, dedicated to Our Lady of La Leche, and the Great Cross which stands nearly 208 feet tall overlooking the city of St. Augustine. Visitors come from all over the world to take in the rich Spanish and Catholic Christian history, the natural landscape and for time away for personal meditation. Mission Museum and Shrine Gift Shop Admission is Free and Free Parking! A stop on Old Town Trolley.
Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center is an African American history museum located at 102 Martin Luther King Avenue in St. Augustine, Florida. It is located in the former Excelsior School, St. Augustine's first black public high school. The museum opened in 2005.
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Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center
102 M L King AveLincolnville Museum and Cultural Center is an African American history museum located at 102 Martin Luther King Avenue in St. Augustine, Florida. It is located in the former Excelsior School, St. Augustine's first black public high school. The museum opened in 2005.
Just steps from St. Augustine’s historic city gates at St. George Street, the St. Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine, an institution of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, is dedicated to the first colony of Greek people who came to America in 1768. The Shrine consists of exhibits depicting the life of early Greeks in America and the development of the Greek Orthodox Church in America, and the St. Photios Chapel.
A special audio/visual tape, “Our Plymouth Rock,” is available in the bookstore/gift shop and when viewed, creates a pictorial highway that transports you from the shores of ancient Greece to America. It tells the story of Greek immigrants finding themselves in a hostile and unknown land.
St. Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine
41 St George StJust steps from St. Augustine’s historic city gates at St. George Street, the St. Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine, an institution of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, is dedicated to the first colony of Greek people who came to America in 1768. The Shrine consists of exhibits depicting the life of early Greeks in America and the development of the Greek Orthodox Church in America, and the St. Photios Chapel.
A special audio/visual tape, “Our Plymouth Rock,” is available in the bookstore/gift shop and when viewed, creates a pictorial highway that transports you from the shores of ancient Greece to America. It tells the story of Greek immigrants finding themselves in a hostile and unknown land.
Family Attractions
The St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park is one of Florida's oldest continuously running attractions, having opened on May 20, 1893. t has 24 species of crocodilians, and also a variety of other reptiles, mammals and birds, as well as exhibits, animal performances and educational demonstrations.
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Parque Zoológico de la Granja de Cocodrilos de St. Augustine
999 Anastasia BlvdThe St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park is one of Florida's oldest continuously running attractions, having opened on May 20, 1893. t has 24 species of crocodilians, and also a variety of other reptiles, mammals and birds, as well as exhibits, animal performances and educational demonstrations.
The St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum is a museum dedicated to pirate artifacts. Formerly known as the Pirate Soul Museum, the museum was located at 524 Front Street, Key West, Florida, United States. It was announced in February 2010 that the museum was being moved to St Augustine, Florida.
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Museo de Piratas y Tesoros de St. Augustine
12 S Castillo DrThe St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum is a museum dedicated to pirate artifacts. Formerly known as the Pirate Soul Museum, the museum was located at 524 Front Street, Key West, Florida, United States. It was announced in February 2010 that the museum was being moved to St Augustine, Florida.
The Potter's Wax Museum is located at 31 Orange Street, St. Augustine, Florida, United States. It houses over 160 wax sculptures covering a wide range of real and fictitious figures, including famous politicians, entertainers, horror characters, historical personalities, sports stars and other celebrities.
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Museo de Cera de Potter
31 Orange StThe Potter's Wax Museum is located at 31 Orange Street, St. Augustine, Florida, United States. It houses over 160 wax sculptures covering a wide range of real and fictitious figures, including famous politicians, entertainers, horror characters, historical personalities, sports stars and other celebrities.
Discover the strange, shocking, and beautiful at Ripley's Believe It or Not! on San Marco Avenue. Enjoy incredible eye-popping exhibits where you can pose with the world’s tallest man, lose yourself in mind-boggling illusions, and see a vampire kit!
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Ripley's ¡Aunque usted no lo crea!
19 San Marco AveDiscover the strange, shocking, and beautiful at Ripley's Believe It or Not! on San Marco Avenue. Enjoy incredible eye-popping exhibits where you can pose with the world’s tallest man, lose yourself in mind-boggling illusions, and see a vampire kit!
Anastasia State Park is a 1,600-acre state park in Florida, United States. Its location is on a peninsula on Anastasia Island across Matanzas Bay from downtown St. Augustine along the Atlantic coastal plain.
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Parque Estatal Anastasia
300 Anastasia Park RdAnastasia State Park is a 1,600-acre state park in Florida, United States. Its location is on a peninsula on Anastasia Island across Matanzas Bay from downtown St. Augustine along the Atlantic coastal plain.
Food scene
Starting at the Old City Gate, you can walk St. George Street all the way to the Plaza de la Constitucion; although the pedestrian-only zone ends at the plaza, we encourage you to continue south for a few blocks to find yourself in the Lincolnville Historic District.
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Saint George Street
Saint George StreetStarting at the Old City Gate, you can walk St. George Street all the way to the Plaza de la Constitucion; although the pedestrian-only zone ends at the plaza, we encourage you to continue south for a few blocks to find yourself in the Lincolnville Historic District.
San Sebastian Winery, founded in 1996 is located at 157 King Street, St. Augustine, Florida in one of Henry Flagler’s old East Coast Railway buildings located just a few blocks from historic downtown. American wine, dating back to 1562.
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Bodega San Sebastián
157 King StSan Sebastian Winery, founded in 1996 is located at 157 King Street, St. Augustine, Florida in one of Henry Flagler’s old East Coast Railway buildings located just a few blocks from historic downtown. American wine, dating back to 1562.
Aviles Street in St. Augustine is the oldest street in the nation — we know because archaeologists, digging several layers under the brick paving, recently found pottery shards from the early 1600s. This historic street is also St. Augustine's original artist district, dating back to the 1930s when the Hamblin Hardware warehouse at 11 Aviles Street was transformed into studio and gallery spaces for artists.
Still one of St. Augustine's vibrant arts districts, the street also boasts some of St. Augustine's oldest historical sites such as the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum, the Spanish Military Hospital, and the Father O'Reilly House Museum.
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Aviles Street
Aviles StreetAviles Street in St. Augustine is the oldest street in the nation — we know because archaeologists, digging several layers under the brick paving, recently found pottery shards from the early 1600s. This historic street is also St. Augustine's original artist district, dating back to the 1930s when the Hamblin Hardware warehouse at 11 Aviles Street was transformed into studio and gallery spaces for artists.
Still one of St. Augustine's vibrant arts districts, the street also boasts some of St. Augustine's oldest historical sites such as the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum, the Spanish Military Hospital, and the Father O'Reilly House Museum.
Artful presentations of Peruvian specialties featured in a charming setting with an intimate feel.
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Llama Restaurant
415 Anastasia BlvdArtful presentations of Peruvian specialties featured in a charming setting with an intimate feel.
Casual eatery serving steak, seafood, New American entrees & beer, in a funky, retro space.
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Gas Full Service
9 Anastasia BlvdCasual eatery serving steak, seafood, New American entrees & beer, in a funky, retro space.
Counter-service ordering featuring an array of tacos with outdoor picnic tables & vibrant interiors.
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Osprey Tacos
300 Anastasia BlvdCounter-service ordering featuring an array of tacos with outdoor picnic tables & vibrant interiors.
Popular, cash-only eatery serves up shellfish & fried shrimp alongside other seafood specialties.
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O'Steen's Restaurant
205 Anastasia BlvdPopular, cash-only eatery serves up shellfish & fried shrimp alongside other seafood specialties.
Modern menu of locally sourced Southern grub, including plentiful vegan options, amid kitschy decor.
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The Floridian Restaurant
72 Spanish St
Modern menu of locally sourced Southern grub, including plentiful vegan options, amid kitschy decor.
European-inspired cuisine is served for breakfast, lunch & dinner at this casual hotel eatery.
Avilés Restaurant & Lounge
32 Avenida MenendezEuropean-inspired cuisine is served for breakfast, lunch & dinner at this casual hotel eatery.
Mojo's Tacos
551 Anastasia BlvdFamily-owned tavern offering basic American grub & a full bar, plus sports on TV & outside seating.
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Candlelight South Restaurant
1 Anastasia BlvdFamily-owned tavern offering basic American grub & a full bar, plus sports on TV & outside seating.
Funky, art-filled chain pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.
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Mellow Mushroom
410 Anastasia BlvdFunky, art-filled chain pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.
American small plates & mains join cocktails & wine at chic bistro with occasional live music.
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Cellar 6
6 Aviles StAmerican small plates & mains join cocktails & wine at chic bistro with occasional live music.
Traditional Spanish restaurant, a branch of a long-standing local chain dating back to 1905.
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Columbia Restaurant
98 St George StTraditional Spanish restaurant, a branch of a long-standing local chain dating back to 1905.
Traditional Spanish restaurant, a branch of a long-standing local chain dating back to 1905.
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Columbia Restaurant
98 St George StTraditional Spanish restaurant, a branch of a long-standing local chain dating back to 1905.
Sightseeing
In 1963 the Colonial Spanish Quarter was opened as a living museum depicting life in St Augustine in the 1740s. In the 1740s Spain ruled the area and St. Augustine was occupied mostly by persons born in Spain or of Spanish ancestry.
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Colonial Quarter
14 St George StIn 1963 the Colonial Spanish Quarter was opened as a living museum depicting life in St Augustine in the 1740s. In the 1740s Spain ruled the area and St. Augustine was occupied mostly by persons born in Spain or of Spanish ancestry.
Fort Mose Historic State Park is a U.S. National Historic Landmark, located two miles north of St. Augustine, Florida, on the edge of a salt marsh on the western side of the waterway separating the mainland from the coastal barrier islands.
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Fort Mose Historic State Park
15 Fort Mose TrailFort Mose Historic State Park is a U.S. National Historic Landmark, located two miles north of St. Augustine, Florida, on the edge of a salt marsh on the western side of the waterway separating the mainland from the coastal barrier islands.
The Bridge of Lions is a double-leaf bascule bridge that spans the Intracoastal Waterway in St. Augustine, Florida, United States. A part of State Road A1A, it connects downtown St. Augustine to Anastasia Island across Matanzas Bay.
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Puente de los Leones
2010 A1A Scenic and Historic Coastal BywayThe Bridge of Lions is a double-leaf bascule bridge that spans the Intracoastal Waterway in St. Augustine, Florida, United States. A part of State Road A1A, it connects downtown St. Augustine to Anastasia Island across Matanzas Bay.
The Plaza de la Constitucion is the central park in downtown St. Augustine. The park is on a square of land bordered by the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, Trinity Episcopal, and the Government House. The plaza faces the Bridge of Lions and features a central pavilion used for city events and live entertainment. There is also a public market that has been in use since the 1500s. Fish, vegetables and other goods were traded here. Today, local vendors set up tables to sell their wares.
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Plaza de la Constitucion
170 St George StThe Plaza de la Constitucion is the central park in downtown St. Augustine. The park is on a square of land bordered by the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, Trinity Episcopal, and the Government House. The plaza faces the Bridge of Lions and features a central pavilion used for city events and live entertainment. There is also a public market that has been in use since the 1500s. Fish, vegetables and other goods were traded here. Today, local vendors set up tables to sell their wares.
Peaceful coastal area with Atlantic beaches, casual riverside eateries & Vilano Beach Fishing Pier.
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VILANO BEACH
Peaceful coastal area with Atlantic beaches, casual riverside eateries & Vilano Beach Fishing Pier.
For Adults
Must be 21+ to get in. St. Augustine Distillery was founded by 20 local families with a common vision: To create world-class spirits and leave St. Augustine better for future generations. They preserved, restored and transformed Florida’s oldest ice plant into the most visited craft distillery in America. Their mission is simple: To educate our guests how and why our spirits are uniquely different and invite them to become lifelong customers and inspired ambassadors.
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St. Augustine Distillery
112 Riberia StMust be 21+ to get in. St. Augustine Distillery was founded by 20 local families with a common vision: To create world-class spirits and leave St. Augustine better for future generations. They preserved, restored and transformed Florida’s oldest ice plant into the most visited craft distillery in America. Their mission is simple: To educate our guests how and why our spirits are uniquely different and invite them to become lifelong customers and inspired ambassadors.
PG 13 + Attractions
Please note that this attraction is not for everyone! It is a unique presentation that combines academic research with the contradictive, emotionally repulsive draw of a time in history when torture and torment were commonplace.
The “Medieval Torture Collection” reminds us just how much suffering humanity can inflict in the name of cause and justice when the right tools are placed in the hands of fanatics, madmen and tyrants.
Based on historical documents and engravings, we have amassed an unprecedented collection of cruelty, re-creating the atmosphere that prevailed throughout most of the Middle Ages. For several years, a team of scientists, historians, decorators and sculptors have worked on creating a unique collection consisting of several hundred pieces filling more than 4000 sq. ft.
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Museo de la Tortura Medieval
100 St George StPlease note that this attraction is not for everyone! It is a unique presentation that combines academic research with the contradictive, emotionally repulsive draw of a time in history when torture and torment were commonplace.
The “Medieval Torture Collection” reminds us just how much suffering humanity can inflict in the name of cause and justice when the right tools are placed in the hands of fanatics, madmen and tyrants.
Based on historical documents and engravings, we have amassed an unprecedented collection of cruelty, re-creating the atmosphere that prevailed throughout most of the Middle Ages. For several years, a team of scientists, historians, decorators and sculptors have worked on creating a unique collection consisting of several hundred pieces filling more than 4000 sq. ft.
Neighborhoods
Davis Shores is one of the oldest communities on Anastasia Island, it was developed in the 1920's by D.P. Davis, and it is at the Northern end of the Island, by the Bridge of Lions. The community of Davis Shores actually built the bridge around 1926-27 and to this day; it is the only way to get to Anastasia Island from St. Augustine unless you travel by water. Davis shores was planned to be an exclusive community including canals and hotel and casino however, development stalled in the 1920s and it was not until after WWII that the area of Davis Shores started to see new growth. There are very few of the original properties from the 1920s left but Davis Shores does have great waterfront properties and properties closer to the interior of the island.
Davis Shores has the best of both worlds, being near downtown St. Augustine and being on Anastasia Island and all that it has to offer. Many of the houses are affordable and if you are looking for value, you will be hard pressed to beat what you can find in Davis Shores.
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Davis Shores
Davis Shores is one of the oldest communities on Anastasia Island, it was developed in the 1920's by D.P. Davis, and it is at the Northern end of the Island, by the Bridge of Lions. The community of Davis Shores actually built the bridge around 1926-27 and to this day; it is the only way to get to Anastasia Island from St. Augustine unless you travel by water. Davis shores was planned to be an exclusive community including canals and hotel and casino however, development stalled in the 1920s and it was not until after WWII that the area of Davis Shores started to see new growth. There are very few of the original properties from the 1920s left but Davis Shores does have great waterfront properties and properties closer to the interior of the island.
Davis Shores has the best of both worlds, being near downtown St. Augustine and being on Anastasia Island and all that it has to offer. Many of the houses are affordable and if you are looking for value, you will be hard pressed to beat what you can find in Davis Shores.