Attractions
Minutes from the Action!
Quality Inn Historic is convenient to downtown St. Augustine, the Nation’s Oldest City. The city offers a wide range of attractions appealing to young and old whether you want to experience a taste of history, delve deeply into St Augustine’s past, or just relax and to have fun with family and friends. Here is an overview of some of the most visited attractions.
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Anastasia State Park, where one can walk the beach, watch for brown pelicans and great blue herons, or grab a surfboard and catch a wave.(www.floridastateparks.org) - 3.3 mi |
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Fort Castillo de San Marcos, featuring a cannon firing demonstration and many other period demonstrations. (www.nps.gov) - 1.6 mi |
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The Oldest House Museum Complex, including the 1740s-era Tovar House, military history exhibits and the Oldest House Garden. (www.staugustinehistoricalsociety.org) - 1.4 mi |
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The former Ponce de Leon Hotel, now Flagler College, proclaimed “the world’s finest hotel” when it opened in 1888, with 400 rooms, Tiffany glass windows, and gold-leafed Maynard murals. (www.flagler.edu) - 1.6 mi |
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The former Hotel Alcazar, now The Lightner Museum featuring relics of the Victorian era – art, glass, musical instruments, costumes, and other treasures. (www.lightnermuseum.org) - 1.2 mi |
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St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum, where visitors can climb 219 steps to the top of the tower for a breathtaking view of the ocean. (www.staugustinelighthouse.com) - 2.8 mi |
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Colonial Spanish Quarter Living Museum, featuring historical exhibits of life in a garrison town of the 1740s. (www.ci.st-augustine.fl.us) - 0.9 mi |
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St. George Street, a cobblestone, pedestrian-only street featuring historic architecture and great shopping. - 1.4 mi |
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St. Augustine Alligator Farm and Zoological Park – great for children and adults, the St. Augustine Alligator Farm is one of Florida’s oldest zoological attractions. It has all twenty-three species of crocodilian and lots of other animals and shows besides. (www.alligatorfarm.com) - 2.8 mi |
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The Fountain of Youth Archeological Park, a 15-acre historical attraction featuring a Discovery Globe, Navigator’s Planetarium, Indian Burial Grounds and a Shipwreck Exhibit. (www.fountainofyouthflorida.com) - 0.6 mi |
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Mission de Nombre de Dios, which traces its origins to the founding of the City of St. Augustine in 1565. (http://www.missionandshrine.org/) - 0.5 mi |
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Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum, Explore more than 800 bizarre and unusual artifacts at Ripley's original odditorium. (www.staugustineripleys.com) - 0.5 mi |
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Old Florida Museum, a “hands on” museum where guests can experience daily living activities from pre-European times to the 1900’s. (http://www.oldfloridamuseum.com/) - 1.1 mi |
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Villa Zorayda, a National Register historic site built in 1883 and featuring unique antiquities. (www.villazorada.com) - 1.2 mi |
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Scenic Cruise, an hour and fifteen minute cruise aboard the Victory III providing a unique view of St. Augustine’s historic landmarks and points of interest. (www.scenic-cruise.com) - 1.1 mi |
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Schooner Freedom, an authentic replica of a 19th century blockade runner, available for day and evening sails, private charter, and group and team building events. (www.schoonerfreedom.com) - 1.1 mi |
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Eco Tours, guided boat excursions and kayak tours on the inland waters surrounding historic St. Augustine. (www.staugustineecotours.com) - 1.1 mi |
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Potters Wax Museum on historic King Street in St. Augustine. (www.potterswax.com) - 1.2 mi |
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Fort Mose, historic site of the first free community of ex-slaves, founded in 1738. (www.fortmose.org) - 2.2 mi |
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Freedom Trail, a self-guided tour of points of interest from the Civil Rights Movement in St. Augustine. (http://www.accordfreedomtrail.org/) - 1.2 mi |
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St Augustine Amphitheatre, a state-of-the-art performing arts venue. (www.staugamp.sjcvenues.com) - 3.5 mi |
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Limelight Theatre features comedies, dramas and musicals and is widely respected as one of North Florida’s top cultural organizations. (www.limelight-theatre.org) - 0.2 mi |
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Gypsy Comedy Club, recognized by critics as the “Best Comedy Club in Florida.” (www.thegypsycomedyclub.com) - 2.5 mi |
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Latin Nights at Habana Village Cuban Restaurant offers Cuban cuisine and authentic Latin music. (www.habanavillagecafe.com) - 1.3 mi |
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Prime Outlets and Premium Outlets are two premier outlet shopping destinations in northeast Florida located just off I-95. (www.primeoutlets.com) - 6.8 mi |
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World Golf Hall of Fame features video, photos and interactive exhibitions of golf’s greatest – a “must-see” for golf fans and those who love history. (www.worldgolfhalloffame.org) - 14.1 mi |
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IMAX Theater, located at World Golf Hall of Fame features a variety of entertaining and educational movies throughout the year. (www.worldgofimax.com) - 14.1 mi |
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Royal St Augustine Golf Club, an 18-hole course meandering through lush foliage and exotic wetlands. (www.royalstaugustine.com) - 3.1 mi |
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Fort Matanzas National Monument offers ferry rides, fort tours, history talks and nature walks. (www.nps.gov) - 15.7 mi |











