St. Augustine Day Trip

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Duration: 10h
Location: St. Augustine, St. Augustine, FL United States | St. Augustine, United States


Category: Tours & Sightseeing

Highlights:
Traveling back in time through historic St. Augustine
Discovery at your own pace in the oldest town in the US
Convenient transportation to and from Orlando
Cobblestone streets, quaint cafes, unique shops

Inclusions:
Guided tour of St. Augustine
Roundtrip transportation to and from select hotels in Orlando

Description:

Take a journey away from the bustle of Orlando for the day and explore historic Saint Augustine, Florida. Enjoy the convenience of roundtrip transportation as you head out to explore the oldest town in the US.

Experience the history and culture of this Spanish settlement along with a variety of unique shops and restaurants. Named for San Agustín, this quaint town in Northeast Florida was founded in September of 1565 by Spanish admiral and Florida's first governor, Pedro Menéndez de Avilés. It served as the capital of Spanish Florida for more than 200 years.

Take time at your leisure to explore landmarks such as the Lightner Museum, Flagler College, and Fort Matanzas. A must-see is the Casillo de San Marcos, the oldest masonry fort in the continental United States. Located on the shore of Matanzas Bay, the fort was designed by the Spanish engineer Ignacio Daza. Capture amazing photos and be sure to listen for the boom during the firing of cannons.

Perfect for strolling, Saint Augustine and its streets offer a trip back in time. Enjoy its delightful historic district, with cobblestone roads, quaint cafes, bars, unique shops, and endless historical landmarks. Experience St. Augustine and get your fill of history, food, shopping, and photographs.