Guide to St. Augustine Beaches
If you are considering staying at a premier waterfront lodging, it only makes sense to consider a trip to the beach as well. After all, pristine beaches are one of the things that our city is most known for.
We’ve listed three of the best beaches in the area so you can easily plan your dream vacation.
St. Augustine Beach
- Address: 350 A1a Beach Blvd, St Augustine Beach, FL ( Beach Pier)
- Distance from us: 4.5 miles
St. Augustine Beach in Florida is the most popular beach in the area and it’s not hard to see why. With two miles of glistening white sand, plenty of amenities, and an ample amount of possible activities, this beach has remained a favorite spot for tourists and locals alike for decades.
Some of the amenities include:
- Seaside dining options
- Ample parking
- Restrooms and showers
- Weekly farmers market
- Seasonally staffed lifeguards
When visiting St. Augustine beach, you should stop by the St. Johns County Ocean Pier. The pier’s visitors center is a great place to learn more about the surrounding area, and you may even be able to pick up coupons for nearby stores and restaurants. For a small fee, you’ll be able to walk along the historic pier, which offers an amazing view of the beach. You can also fish from the pier if you are so inclined.
The beach also has a pet-friendly policy, allowing your furry family members to come along if they are on a leash at all times.
Vilano Beach
- Address: 2725 Anahma Drive, St. Augustine, FL
- Distance from us: 4.9 miles
If you are into water sports, look no further than Vilano Beach. The beach features a drop-off, allowing for a strong current and consistent swells. As such, Vilano Beach in Florida is widely considered the best surfing locale in the area. There are plenty of other water recreation opportunities as well, including jet skiing and skimboarding.
The beach also has family-friendly attractions and amenities as well, including:
- Splash park for children
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Public parking
- Picnic tables
- Public Pier
You should also consider visiting Porpoise Point, one of the most popular attractions at Vilano Beach. Visitors will park cars in the sand in the evenings in order to view the magnificent sunsets in St. Augustine.
Anastasia State Park Beach
- Address: 850 Anastasia Park Rd, St. Augustine, FL 32080
- Distance from us: 3.7 miles
Well-known for its super fine sand granules as well as its tall sand dunes, Anastasia Beach in St. Augustine is a pristine beach that has much to offer. In addition to a relaxing environment, visitors can enjoy various water activities, such as kayaking or paddle boarding, as well as land based activities like biking on one of the serene bike trails nearby. A rental outfitter is available within the park, allowing anyone to enjoy the park to the fullest.
What’s more, visitors can also enjoy watching a diverse set of wildlife within the park’s protected wildlife area. Whether you spot tortoises, wood storks, tricolored herons, or one of the many other animals living here, you are sure to come away with a memorable experience.
While there is a fee to enter the park, you’ll have access to the above recreation as well as restrooms, a concession area, and an outdoor amphitheater where concerts are held periodically.
Check out our article on Anastasia State Park to learn more!
Luxury Bayfront Lodging
Casablanca Inn on the Bay is the ideal location for those wanting the perfect bayfront vacation. With luxury rooms, an in-house restaurant and bar, and prime location close to many of the main attractions of St. Augustine, the experiences that our hotel offers are unmatched and are sure to grant wonderful memories that you’ll never forget.
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