St. Augustine, FL


Founded in 1565 as a Spanish military outpost, the restored buildings and narrow streets (mostly pedestrian) of the 40-acre Spanish Quarter depict Spanish Colonial life in St. Augustine. St. George Street's 3-block pedestrian walkway is lined with shops, restaurants and bars (many featuring live entertainment) and a series of museums, including the oldest wooden schoolhouse in the U.S. (according to 1716 records). Superb examples of 19th-century Spanish Renaissance architecture can be seen throughout St. Augustine.
St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum features exhibits and artifacts on local maritime history and culture. Guided tours and stunning views at 100 Red Cox Dr. on Anastsia Island. Transportation required (904-829-0745).
There are two "Trolley" tour services in St. Augustine, each with a day pass that allows unlimited off/on privileges. They each provide stops at many interesting locations, both historical and current. If you have the time, it is well worth spending a day exploring the town.
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Beyond the busy commercial area, the Jacksonville waterfront is delightful. Tranquil riverside parks and open space line both banks of the river. A variety of dining options and shops are only a block away from the 2-mile-long Northbank Riverwalk. Across the river is the 1.25-mile wooden zigzag boardwalk known as Southbank Riverwalk. A highlight is the Friendship Fountain, a huge, circular fountain with jets of water that shoot as high as 120 feet into the air.
The 110-acre Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is home to over 2,000 animals as well as botanical gardens and a train ride through the park (904-757-4463). Transportation required.

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