Things to do In and Around St. Augustine and Crescent Beach

Nestled along Florida’s historic coast, St. Augustine and Crescent Beach offer visitors an enchanting blend of past and present.

As you explore America’s oldest city, you’ll discover cobblestone streets lined with Spanish colonial architecture, fascinating museums, and landmarks like the iconic Castillo de San Marcos and the St. Augustine Lighthouse. Just minutes away, Crescent Beach provides a peaceful escape with its pristine shoreline and gentle waves.

The area also boasts an impressive culinary scene, from fresh-caught seafood and innovative fusion restaurants to charming cafes and waterfront dining establishments.

Whether you’re interested in ghost tours through ancient buildings, shopping in unique boutiques along St. George Street, soaking up the sun on golden beaches, or paddleboarding through serene waterways, the region offers endless possibilities for both adventure and relaxation.

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Exploring St. Augustine and Crescent Beach

There’s a lot more to do in the surrounding area besides soaking up the sun on the beach.

For starters, as the oldest continuously inhabited European-established settlement in the United States, St. Augustine offers a ton of interesting history and many sites to check out from museums to forts to lighthouses.

There are all kinds of tours available too whether by trolley, by carriage or by walking.

And if shopping is your thing, there are plenty of stores accessible by foot once you’re in the historic district as well as outlet malls just a short drive away.

Dining in St. Augustine

St. Augustine, Florida offers a cornucopia of wonderful dining experiences for visitors and locals alike.

St. Augustine is a Florida coastal community so fantastic seafood is guaranteed. But because this area is also a tourist destination you find a restaurant to suit any foodie. If you’re into delicious cuisine then St. Augustine is a great place for you.

We recommend you start by browsing this great dining guide from our friends over at the Restaurant Times of St. Augustine.

Relaxing and Playing

Crescent Beach is known for it’s white sand and clear, calm waters. When you book your stay at one of our beachfront condos, you’ll get miles of wide and open beach to leisurely wander.

In addition to walking you’ll find hiking, bike riding, kayaking and other watercraft options available.

And if you like fishing, there are many options from booking charters to fishing on your own.

For those who like to play with a racket, tennis and pickleball courts are right outside your door.