Points of Interest

Sept. 27-29, 2024.

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Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

11 S Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32084

Known as “the fort” to locals, the Castillo de San Marcos is the oldest masonry fortification in the continental United States. It is a 17th-century Spanish stone fortress built to protect Florida and the Atlantic trade route.

A large park surrounding the fort is also a nice place to sit back and enjoy the waterfront or have a picnic lunch.

Spanish Bakery and Café

42 1/2 St George St, St. Augustine, FL 32084

For almost 40 years, the Spanish Bakery and Café has served hungry customers hot bread, fresh pastries and cookies, and savory empanadas. The bakery still makes everything like the days when St. Augustine was a bustling port city, with a stone hearth oven and a separate smokehouse.

If you want to grab some old-school treats, you'll want to get to the bakery early because they can sell out quickly.

St. Augustine Lighthouse

100 Red Cox Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32080

One of the most haunted places in St. Augustine and the entire state is the St. Augustine Lighthouse. The lighthouse is about 10 minutes from the historic district, but it is worth the short drive to climb to the top and enjoy the incredible views.

St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park

999 Anastasia Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080

The Alligator Farm is one of the oldest continually running attractions in the United States. It offers a glimpse into Florida’s zoological world. The park is known for its large groups of alligators, birds, and other critters that guests can get up close to each day.

St. Augustine Amphitheatre

1340C A1A S, St. Augustine, FL 32080

Music lovers, farmers, and locals looking for a fun time out love going to “the Amp." Every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., the amphitheater hosts the St. Augustine Farmers Market, where locals shop for produce, freshly baked bread, and crafts and enjoy lunch from some of the best food trucks in the city. 

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St. Augustine Beach

This white sand beach has some access points where you can drive your car onto the peach, but that’s only recommended for locals who know how to maneuver through the soft sand. Some parking lots are scattered around the beach, with small boardwalks that lead right to the sand. 

St. Augustine Beach is known for the shells that wash up on shore, great surf, and plenty of room to spread out with your family and friends.

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Alumni-Owned Businesses

Want to support our amazing local Flagler alumni-owned businesses? We’ve made it easy for you! Check out our 
interactive map for food, shopping, lodging, and services, all run by Flagler College alumni.

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