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Let me share a secret with you - you can spend a few days visiting St. Augustine Florida without spending a fortune. Here's just a sampling of what you can do.
Let me share a secret with you - you can spend a few days visiting St. Augustine Florida without spending a fortune. Here's just a sampling of what you can do. Food and lodging will have to come out of the budget first but once you have that taken care of you won't have to spend much else. There are many fun and interesting things to do or you can just relax, now that's a novel idea. *Mission Nombre de Dios (free) - This beautiful area is the location where Pedro Menendez landed in 1565 and claimed the land for Spain. His Chaplin conducted the first Catholic Mass ever held in the US shortly after landing. Just look for the 200' stainless steel cross towering above the city that marks this historic site. Be sure to visit this lovely area. *St. George Street (free) - This is one of many quaint streets in our downtown area. Old homes grace either side, some original, some restored and a few replicas. Unique shops on the street level make for fun shopping. Also located on this street are the Colonial Spanish Quarter and the Greek Shrine. *Saint Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine (free) - This Shrine is dedicated to the first colony of Greeks who settled in America in 1768. It is located partway down St. George Street. You'll be amazed at the beautiful Byzantine style frescoes throughout. As you leave you'll find the delightful gift shop filled with an array of Greek treats. Don't miss this beautiful Shrine. *San Sebastian Winery (free) - I know, it doesn't seem possible but there are fine wines produced right here in Florida. This local award winning winery grows several hundred acres of muscadine grapes from which they make their wine. Tours and tastings are available every day. *Trains and Trolleys - This is the way to see St. Augustine. Yes, there is a charge but I believe it is a bargain. Your tickets are valid for three days and each company will send a shuttle to pick you up, wherever you are staying, and take you back after a day of sightseeing. There are over 20 stops throughout town to step off, visit, then step back on and continue. It is also a great way to learn the history from licensed tour guides. You'll have plenty to see and do while visiting St. Augustine Florida and you'll find that you don't have to spend a fortune to do it. This is the perfect time to visit to the Nation's oldest city. About the Author: Lynn Wettach, enjoys telling others about her town, St. Augustine, Florida. Check out her website St-Augustine-Travel-Guide.com for more helpful recommendations on planning your St. Augustine vacation. |
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