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Fort Mose Historic State Park
Fort Mose Historic State Park While in the St. Augustine area we highly suggest a stop at Fort Mose Historic State Park, the historic site of a freed slave settlement and a major stop on the Florida Birding Trail. This state park is a US National Historic Landmark, a spot that preserves both important US…
Villa Zorayda Museum
Villa Zorayda Museum Welcome to the Villa Zorayda Museum, a historic gilded age museum in St. Augustine. This home-turned-museum holds 136 years of history and gives a great ‘glimpse into the Victorian era’ in St. Augustine. Villa Zorayda was first built in 1883 by eccentric Boston millionaire Franklin W Smith as his winter home. It…
St. Augustine History Museum
St. Augustine History Museum Welcome to the St. Augustine History Museum, the museum that explores the history of the ‘quaint, sun-kissed city known for its miles of pristine coastline and ancient forts’. This ‘Ancient City’ has had quite an epic 500-year history, from prehistoric settlers and European power struggles to Henry Flagler’s winter haven and…
Florida Agricultural Museum
Florida Agricultural Museum Located just 25 minutes from downtown St. Augustine in Palm Coast Florida you will find the Florida Agriculture Museum, a 400-acre pioneer homestead with farm animals, historic barns, and equestrian trails. This museum includes a restored 1890s pioneer homestead, an early 20th-century dry goods store, 5 restored buildings a 1930s Great Depression-era…
Governor’s House Cultural Center and Museum
Governor’s House Cultural Center and Museum Be sure to save time to visit the Governor’s House Cultural Center and Museum while in St. Augustine, a historic hotspot located on King Street. Sometimes just referred to as ‘The Government House’, this museum served as the governor’s official residence from c. 1710 until 1812, during the First…
Aviles Street
Aviles Street St. Augustine’s Aviles Street is the oldest street in the United States, home of some of the earliest (or very first) services such as a church, cemetery, jail, hospital, boarding houses, and school. It is also considered to be the original artist district in America, rich in both history and culture! Aviles Street…
Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine
Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine Welcome to the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, the very first Catholic Parish in America! Located on Cathedral Street, this church is the seat of the Catholic Bishop of St. Augustine. It is a highly popular pilgrimage location, open to the public for touring or praying when not being used…
Anastasia Mini Golf
Anastasia Mini Golf Let loose and have some fun with your group at Anastasia Mini Golf! This 18-hole mini-golf course has been offering family fun for over 30 years now, first opened in 1987. Follow the painted course through the lush tropical landscape and challenging diversions such as a pirate ship, tunnel, and koi pond!…
Ripley’s Ghost Train Adventure
Ripley’s Ghost Train Adventure Get ready for one spooky late-night adventure through the streets of St. Augustine with Ripley’s Ghost Train Adventure! This 80-minute, fully interactive tour is considered to be the ‘most interactive paranormal experience in St. Augustine’, a walking tour that allows you to investigate the haunted history of the city. You will…
Make a Splash at Marineland Dolphin Adventure
Discover an Amazing Ocean Adventure Get ready for a fun and unforgettable experience at Marineland Dolphin Adventure in St. Augustine, Florida. This exciting attraction gives students the chance to learn about dolphins, marine life, and ocean conservation. First, you will step into a world filled with amazing sea animals. Then, you can watch dolphins play,…
Information You Need to Know When Signing with AST
In this series, AST will walk you through the process of planning and registering a group trip, from your initial proposal to required forms and timelines! So buckle up and let’s get started! PART 1: AST Group Travel Services Adventure Student Travel was founded in 1998 by educators wanting to provide students and teachers with…
Fashion Walk of Fame
Part of the world’s fashion “Big 4,” New York City is the fashion capital of America and the Garment District is the industry’s centerpiece of the city. New York’s Garment District is the most concentrated district of talent and businesses devoted to the fashion industry. Along 7th Avenue between 35th and 40th streets is the…
