Exploring St. Augustine With Kids, St. Augustine, Florida

I really liked St. Augustine, Florida. It鈥檚 a city that predates both Jamestown and Plymouth. Its lesser know history, outdoor activities and great local food blend very nicely to create a fun family destination that鈥檚 about more than just the beach.

In the morning you can take a tour of the聽Colonial Quarter聽led by a guide whose family landed here in the 1580s. You can lunch on聽local seafood聽and聽ice cream, then walk a few blocks and be surrounded by 19th century聽Gilded- Age architecture.

Here are some of the most popular things to do in聽St. Augustine that give you the opportunity to you appreciate its many sides. I鈥檓 including tips for making the most of your visit with kids and what age groups each activity is best suited to.聽

St. Augustine predates Jamestown by some 40 years. But it was a Spanish colony rather than a British one. So it鈥檚 often overlooked when we study Colonial America in school.

1. Start at聽Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, This national park site, known locally as simply聽the Fort, is probably the city鈥檚 most famous attraction. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).

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Guide Name: Exploring St. Augustine With Kids
Guide Location: USA » St. Augustine
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: Eileen Gunn
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