Sightseeing Trains » Best of St. Augustine http://sightseeingtrains.com Just another WordPress weblog Mon, 05 Jul 2010 20:10:22 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 Cozy Accommodations http://sightseeingtrains.com/city-guide/best-of-staugustine/great-dining-in-st-augustine/ http://sightseeingtrains.com/city-guide/best-of-staugustine/great-dining-in-st-augustine/#comments Sat, 13 Jun 2009 14:11:53 +0000 Marcie http://sightseeingtrains.com/?p=480 For young and older couples alike, St Augustine offer a variety of Bed & Breakfasts, Inns & Hotels. There are dozens of small B&Bs in the immediate downtown area to choose from and they all offer the same warmth and services that you would expect from a small intimate place like St Augustine.   

The accomidations are comfortable and inviting and the food is always homecooked!

Casa Blanca
Casa Blanca B&B

 There are also many hotels outside the city if you are looking for beach front views and access. On our site go to Cty Guide and click on the Hotels or  Inns link for more information. In St Augustine there is something for everyone.

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Casa de Sueños

St. Augustine has some of the most charming Bed and Breakfasts!

One of my favorites is the Casa de Suenos (House of Dreams) is in a great location  central to everything in St. Augustine

This lovely b&b has 5 beautiful rooms, each with their own individual touches. The rooms and the house are comfortable and clean.

The owner, Kathleen was an amazing hostess and provides very special touches in each room which makes this place perfect for couples.  For instance, you get complimentary sherry in your room, comfortable bath robes, and my favorite – bubble bath and candles for around the jacuzzi tub to set the perfect mood!  Each room also has a private porch or balcony.

The food is amazing!  You have to try this place.

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The Castillo de San Marcos is St. Augustine’s most historically significant structure, a fort constructed by the Spanish between 1672 and 1695.

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum is the original home of Robert Ripley’s collection of oddities and curiosities.

St. Augustine Alligator Farm

St. Augustine Alligator Farm is home to a Komodo Dragon exhibit as well as alligators, crocodiles, snakes and a wading bird rookery. And much more!

Lightner Museum

In Lightner Museum relics of America’s Gilded Age are elegantly exhibited on the museum’s three floors.

San Sebastian Winery

San Sebastian Winery ranks as one of Florida’s premium wineries. Don’t miss the free wine tasting and tour.

Memorial Presbyterian Church

Memorial Presbyterian Church was built in 1889 by Henry Morrison Flagler, the son of a Presbyterian minister. Be sure to take the free Self-Guided tour.

The Fountain of Youth

The Fountain of Youth Archeological Park takes you back to the founding and settling of St. Augustine.

Historic St. George Street

Historic St. George Street is lined with shopping and dining opportunities. Be sure to explore the quaint little side streets as well.

  • Located at Stop #6 & #7

St. Augustine Lighthouse

St. Augustine Lighthouse was built in 1874 to help guide ships through the inlet. You can climb the 219 steps for a great view.

Ripley’s Ghost Train Adventure

Ripley’s Ghost Train Adventure was voted “Best Ghost Tour” for 2007 & 2008. The tour is St. Augustine’s most interactive paranormal experience.

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Gorgeous historic building!

What can I say about St. Augustine that hasn’t been said before. The perfect mix of history, art, great food, shopping, beautiful sites, terrific beaches, and most of it while you walk around town.

My family loves coming to St. Augustine as often as we can. Last time we stayed at the Pirate Haus. The kids loved the laid back and fun atmosphere. We were withing walking distance of everything.

To this day all my kids still talk about the great smelling waffle cones and ice cream. The wonderful pizza, the fort and the pirates. We rode the red trains around town and had a blast. We ended up at the Ripley museum… what a creepy and weird place (which, of course, the kids loved as well)

That’s it for now… can’t wait till the next time we go back to one of our favorite towns.

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