Florida, United States

St Augustine

St Augustine is the oldest continuously settled European city in the continental US, with a Spanish fort and coquina-stone streets.

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The city on foot

St Augustine was founded by the Spanish in 1565.

Its historic district is small and walkable, from the Castillo de San Marcos along St George Street.

What makes St Augustine distinctive

  • Castillo de San Marcos
  • St George Street
  • Flagler's Gilded Age buildings
  • Ghost tours

Walking tours in St Augustine

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Main sights

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Neighbourhoods worth wandering

  • Historic district

    The old Spanish town.

  • Lincolnville

    A historic African American neighbourhood.

  • Anastasia Island

    Beaches and the lighthouse.

Free self-guided walk

Fort to St George Street

A free self-guided walk in St Augustine, from the Castillo de San Marcos along St George Street to Flagler College.

1.8 km · 5 stops · map and directions

See the walk

Best areas to explore on foot

  1. St George Street

    Through the old town.

  2. Bayfront

    Along Matanzas Bay.

  3. Bridge of Lions

    Across the water.

Practical walking notes

  • Terrain

    Flat.

  • Heat

    Hot and humid in summer.

  • Distances

    The district is small.

When to visit

  • Spring

    Best.

  • Winter

    Nights of Lights.

  • Summer

    Hot.

Getting there and getting around

Arriving

  • By air

    Jacksonville Airport is about an hour away.

Local transport

  • On foot

    The old town is walkable.

Questions travellers ask about St Augustine

How old is St Augustine?

Founded in 1565.

How many days do I need?

One or two days.

Can I visit the fort?

Yes.

Sources and review date

This guide was last updated on 2026-10-28. Opening hours, fares and services change; please confirm details with official sources before travelling.