Plan a Family Summer Vacation to St. Augustine
With winter in full swing, there is no better time to start dreaming of and planning your summer 2022 vacation! From days on the beach, unique family-friendly attractions, and coastal cuisine, there is no shortage of ways to enjoy a summer day in St. Augustine, FL!
Beaches
Enjoy the Florida sunshine with a day at the beach! Beachgoers and nature enthusiasts will delight with a day at Anastasia State Park with stunning white sand beaches and plenty of birdwatching as well. South of St. Augustine, spend the day at Crescent Beach. From March to September, you can even drive onto the beach for a small fee! Enjoy sandy relaxation or take part in a beach game and water sports like sand volleyball, boogie-boarding, or playing a game of catch.
If you want to take advantage of the summer surf season, head to Vilano Beach! With a more powerful surf and current, this beach is ideal for those wanting to take part in the watersports of surfing and even skimboarding while the town of Vilano Beach is a quaint coastal area that also features a fishing pier.
Summer Events & Farmers Markets
The St. Augustine Amphitheater is home to a variety of events that make the summer season even that much better! Attend a variety of live music events from world-famous musicians, like John Legend, Ringo Starr, the Barenaked Ladies, and more!
Or, for a free event, attend the Farmers Markets every Saturday morning from 8:30 AM –12:30 PM. Pick up handmade craft items and some fresh, local produce while you enjoy live music and more! There is no better way to start off the weekend than with a visit to the farmer’s market!
Family-Friendly Attractions
When you aren’t enjoying time at the beach, you can still enjoy the family-friendly attractions that await in St. Augustine! Learn more about the natural world with a visit to the St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park which is home to every species of crocodile as well as a variety of birds, lemurs, and reptiles local to Florida.
For a look into St. Augustine’s historic past, visit Castillo de San Marcos, the oldest masonry fortification in the United States. Or, head to the St. Augustine Light House & Maritime Museum to learn even more about the St. Augustine’s nautical past.
Grab Takeout & Have a Beach Picnic
Enjoy plenty of delicious dining options while you experience summer in St. Augustine. Whether you prefer to dine on a charming patio or grab takeout to enjoy on a beach picnic, you won’t want to miss out on chowing down on local St. Augustine cuisine!
At Casa Benedetto’s Ristorante, you can dig into delicious pasta complete with fresh seafood. Stop by Harry’s Bar & Grille for New Orleans-inspired cuisine and seafood dishes. Salt Life Food Shack offers sushi, freshly caught fish, and even cocktails to-go!
Enjoy Oceanfront Relaxation in a Creston House Vacation Rental
When you stay in a Creston House Condo or Townhome, you will enjoy oceanfront relaxation and access to a community pool, meaning that summer fun awaits right outside of your door. Find a 1–2-bedroom condo or 3–4-bedroom townhouse that perfectly suits your group for your Summer 2022 St. Augustine vacation!
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