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Guide to St. Augustine

Geography

St. Augustine Beach is situated on Anastasia Island and faces the Atlantic Ocean. It is about an hour south of Jacksonville via car.

Climate

The summers (May-Sep) are quite hot but the sea breeze offsets it a little. The winters (Dec-Feb) are cool and dry. St. Augustine receives a lot of precipitation throughout the year. Temperatures typically range from 48°F to 90°F.

Things to do to St. Augustine

Make the most of the beach

There’s nothing more quintessentially St. Augustine than its sun, sea and sands. Pack a beach towel, grab a margarita, sit under a brightly coloured umbrella and enjoy the splendid view of the waves gently lapping against the shore.

Indulge in water sports

From paddle boating to surfing to boogie boarding, you can indulge in a wide range of fun water sports at St. Augustine. You’ll find shops renting equipment along the boardwalk. This is a good place to learn surfing because the waves aren’t too rough. If you prefer not to get in the water, then you can still enjoy a friendly game of beach volleyball or competitive sandcastle-building.

Yo ho ho and a bottle of rum – Go on a pirate adventure

St. Augustine has a rich pirate history and as an ode to that, Black Raven Adventures organises tours on a pirate boat where you can dress up in pirate attire and participate in a treasure hunt. Book your boarding pass at blackravenadventures.com

Eating out in St. Augustine

For freshly caught seafood, head to Salt Life Food Shack. As the name suggests, they reel in marine delicacies and those who love eating them with equal force. It's a casual, open-air venue that is perfect for a leisurely brunch with friends. Florida boasts a significant Latin American population and this is reflected in the cuisine. For a top-class Latin-American feast, La Cocina International Restaurant is your best bet. For a simultaneously laid back yet classy Mediterranean affair, Zaharias serves up a delectable Blackened Salmon and Oyster Rockefeller. Perfect for a date.

St. Augustine Transport

Airports in St. Augustine

The closest airport is Jacksonville International Airport (JAX), which is approximately 50 minutes north of St. Augustine.

Getting around

Public transportation in St. Augustine is provided by Sunshine Bus Company. You can also walk or bike to most places.