Add the Lightner Museum as a stop when visiting St. Augustine! The museum is located in the heart…read moreof the city in what use to be the Alcazar Hotel, a Gilded Age Resort. The building architecture and the gardens are beautiful. There were many collections to peruse, which were housed on 3 levels. It took us about two hours to make our way through, but you could easily spend 3 if you take your time and read everything. The floors all have a front and rear. The best suggestion we were given is to start on the 3rd floor an make our way down. The staff on hand were friendly and readily available to answer any of your questions. You can make a reservation for lunch at the Cafe, which is located on the lower level of what was once a pool.

Love coming here! The history of the museum is fascinating and the exhibits are amazing! If you…read morelove art this is a place you'll not want to miss! You might even want to continue to support them by becoming a member. TIP: You can become a member of the museum for as little as $50. per year. Membership supports everything they do at the museum, from exciting new exhibitions and engaging programs, to the preservation of their historic building and collections. According to their website, every membership to the Lightner Museum includes: * Unlimited free admission to the museum's permanent galleries and exhibitions for a full year * Invitations to Members-only previews of special exhibitions * Discounts on select events and programs There are many more perks and additional levels of membership. For additional information and to purchase memberships online, go to lightnermuseum.org Support your local arts.

So much fun for all ages bring family and friends you learn so history come early beat the crowds…read moreit is magical fun amazing come on the weekdays so important the staff is very nice and friendly and helpful and knowledgeable sweet understanding so clean and organized fun joyful unbelievable remarkable wonderful inspiring awesome I love coming here! From Lauren

Cool and educational experience. I definitely think if you have kids they will highly enjoy it! I…read moredefinitely learned a ton and had so much fun.

A love of history and religious significance brought us here. The Spanish founded Saint Augustine…read morehere in 1565 - 55 years before the Pilgrims! (Can't believe this was hardly mentioned in my schooling.). History abounds overseas, but this site lets you sample a bit of history here: the first Thanksgiving, site of the oldest Catholic Church, first mass. Definitely pilgrimage worthy. For anyone, it's a peaceful, relaxing break as well. The grounds are lovely and well maintained, a walking path goes throughout. A church, museum and chapel are on the premises. The Great Cross is immense and striking. Parking is free and available, a St Augustine rarity. A memorable part of our St Augustine visit.

Mission of Nombre de Dios is a peaceful and beautiful place that really captures the history and…read morespirit of St. Augustine. Walking the grounds feels calm and meaningful, with so much to take in from the monuments to the waterfront views. The Great Cross stands tall and is even more impressive in person. It's a great spot to slow down, reflect, and enjoy the scenery. Everything is well kept and easy to explore, making it a nice stop whether you're into history or just looking for a quiet place to walk. Easy five stars. A must visit when you're in the area.

This was the first time for both of us, and in our opinion, it was completely worth the time and…read moremoney. It is definitely graphic, so keep that in mind, but it's also very informative and well done. We learned a lot about historical torture methods and the context behind them. While it's intense, it's also fascinating in a "history is wild" kind of way. If you're into darker history or want something different to do in St. Augustine, this is a solid experience. It also wasn't very crowded, which made it easier to take everything in at our own pace.

This museum focuses on torture, punishment, and execution methods from medieval times and other…read moreeras. Displays include the rack, iron maiden, torture chair, Spanish boot, pillory, barrel for drunkards, scales for determining witch status, and more. The 100+ items are replicas or recreations, but they're life-size and historically accurate. The museum is part of a chain with locations in Chicago and LA, and admission includes an audio guide for your phone. It was interesting, but definitely dark and not for everyone. They also use wax figures to show how the devices worked, which makes it feel even more intense. Only complaint: Price is a bit high and less worth it IMO...

This family owned museum has so many treasures inside and outside. If you are interested in Arabic…read moreand Asian architure and accessories, then you definitely need to visit this amazing 2 story museum. There are no elevators. I tried to pick the best photos that I could but there is so much there to photograph that you will just need to visit to see it all for yourself. The audio tours average between 45 and 60 minutes depending on the pace that you are comfortable with. Touring the Villa Zorayda Museum requires standing and walking for the length of your visit. Limited seating is available in certain areas. The tickets are $15 with a discount for seniors. The family members,are there to answer any questions. There is parking nearby. This place is located across from the Lightner Museum. Make this a priority if you love all things Arabic and Asian.

I was humbled by this beautiful museum as i enjoyed the Christmas tree lighting ceremony in the…read morespectacular Villa Zorayda. This is a family owned and operated museum and there were members of the family working this evening. They are there to answer any questions and to help you have an enjoyable visit. This is a lovely Gilded Age museum filled with beautiful visions in antiques of the time. Superbly maintained, full of knowledge... just waiting for you to absorb! I will not go into a detailed review of this museum, but instead, will leave you with a collage of fantastic photos for your enjoyment. The pictures speak volumes. There is too much information to put in a single review. Instead, go online and purchase a ticket for the beautiful Christmas tree lighting ceremony each Christmas season! There is a video of the tree lighting itself included. It is a beautiful humbling experience that is perfect for the holiday season located in the gorgeous Christmas town of Saint Augustine beach downtown historic district. The museum is also open throughout the year for regular viewing. For more information, the website is below. Enjoy! villazorayda.com

My sisters and I had to stop by Ripley's Believe It or Not! St. Augustine while we were in town. We…read morehave such nostalgic memories visiting the Ripley's Believe It or Not! Atlantic City when we were younger, so seeing one here brought back a lot of fun memories for us. The museum was just as quirky and fascinating as we remembered--full of oddities, interactive exhibits, and interesting facts that make you stop and say "no way!" We had a great time walking through the different rooms together, laughing and pointing out all the strange and unbelievable things on display. It was such a fun and nostalgic experience for us, and we're really glad we decided to visit while in St. Augustine. If you enjoy unusual exhibits and a bit of weird history, this is definitely a fun stop to add to your trip.

So cool and fun it is definitely only for adults and teenagers only not kids lots of history fun…read moremany different types of things so cool it's a fun house definitely come early before the crowds so important or the weekdays bring family and friends have fun enjoy relaxing joyful so incredible i love the staff so kind and knowledgeable and helpful people thank you so much for the community! From Lauren

The Colonial Quarter consists of both street traffic and pedestrian zones. Parking can be difficult…read moreand expensive, but this area is worth it. The CQ is filled with little shops and eateries that will be of interest to all tastes. Some shops sell run-of-the-mill souvenirs, and some sell out of the ordinary/unexpected ones. Not every souvenir has to have St. Augustine on it, after all! The oldest wooden school house in America can be found here, as well as a living history tour which gives you a taste of what it was like to live here in the 1700's. In my opinion, this is the heart of tourist attractions in St. Augustine, with several more in all directions. The Colonial Quarter is where the party is at. Don't miss out. 107/2025

First time just walking around and exploring. It was a nice experience with some very cool shops…read moreand sights.

Incredible history educational for all ages it is clean and organized the staff very knowledgeable…read moreand professional and helpful I love it so much understanding fun amazing you learn so much inspirational incredible people it is so beautiful unbelievable remarkable unbelievable amazing unique thank you so much for all your hard work and support and devotion to the community and others role model! From Lauren

The St. Augustine History Museum is a decent stop if you're looking to learn more about the city's…read morepast. It covers a wide range of local history, including early settlements. The exhibits are easy to walk through. While it's not very large and some displays feel a bit dated, it's still informative and interesting, especially for first-time visitors. A good option for a quick, casual history stop while exploring the area. Located close to the Old Jail. Great gift shop.

This was a fun tourist experience. Very old jail that alcatraz even stole their design idea. The…read moretour was very informative and when it was over they let us just roam and take it all in and take pics. Such a wild part of history. They even do night tours with ghost hunting and such with the electronic devices. Didnt do that but they told us about it and would love to do it when able to next time

This is a classic in St. Augustine. Our tour guide Benny was unforgettable! He had such a great…read morepersonality, very funny and interactive. He made the tour so much more fun and interactive than any others. The jail itself is a window into the past and shows how much things have changed. Enjoy your tour.

What a great place to spend some time in the good old days. Very clean place! Plenty of fun pin…read moreball action. Prices a very fair!

This is an amazing video game arcade. They have lots of classic games with some newer games. We…read morespent over an hour playing jaws pinball. If you buy an admission band. You can leave and sight see. Then you can come back all day to play games. Their to order snacks are nice too. Wonderful stop for any family.